John Rucker Email & Phone Number

Tavares, Florida, United States

As a Sales Manager and National Account Manager, I lead a high-performance team of over 10 sales professionals and collaborate with all departments to drive company success. I have redefined our sales strategy to focus on effective deal closures, improved process quality, and enhanced execution efficiency.I initiated a comprehensive overhaul of our sales processes, emphasizing the quality of activity as a foundation to then scale. This included developing Salesforce dashboard reports to… Show more As a Sales Manager and National Account Manager, I lead a high-performance team of over 10 sales professionals and collaborate with all departments to drive company success. I have redefined our sales strategy to focus on effective deal closures, improved process quality, and enhanced execution efficiency.I initiated a comprehensive overhaul of our sales processes, emphasizing the quality of activity as a foundation to then scale. This included developing Salesforce dashboard reports to automate pipeline management, which has significantly reduced administrative tasks and allowed the team to concentrate on revenue-generating activities ensuring no opportunities fall through the crack with complete transparency to upper managment.Additionally, I designed a new compensation model to create a competitive and motivating environment for the sales team. My management philosophy revolves around leading by example and holding myself to the same standards I set for my team, ensuring our goals are realistic and achievable.I also developed our sales forecasting system using year-over-year sales data to identify market trends and predict demand shifts. This system, in collaboration with upper management, provides valuable insights that enhance our strategic decision-making.My role extends beyond sales to include fostering effective communication and collaboration across departments. By working closely with each department on various projects to promote better alignment toward strategic goals for my team and the company. Show less

Tavares, Florida, United States

With over 6 years of experience as an Inside Sales Representative, I have built and managed a multimillion-dollar portfolio, including our company's largest accounts. My role has evolved to focus on cultivating and expanding these critical relationships, leading to our most significant sales and strategic partnerships.This proactive approach has enhanced our market visibility and facilitated our entry into new markets, broadening our brand exposure. Highlights include establishing… Show more With over 6 years of experience as an Inside Sales Representative, I have built and managed a multimillion-dollar portfolio, including our company's largest accounts. My role has evolved to focus on cultivating and expanding these critical relationships, leading to our most significant sales and strategic partnerships.This proactive approach has enhanced our market visibility and facilitated our entry into new markets, broadening our brand exposure. Highlights include establishing partnerships in higher education with various universities, working with non-profits through collaborations with organizations like the Winshape Foundation, and deepening our current market presence with nationwide partners such as Cru. My efforts have been pivotal in driving growth and unlocking valuable opportunities inside of our main market and opening doors into the next steps for our organization. Show less

Tavares, Florida, United States

As a Sales Representative at Sunday Cool, I specialized in prospecting and onboarding new clients, building relationships with organizations both nationally and globally, and delivering top-quality products and services in the custom apparel industry. My contributions have been pivotal in leading the sales team and working with leadership to propel Sunday Cool to become the 98th fastest-growing privately-owned business (Inc. 5000, 2020), even during the challenges of the COVID… Show more As a Sales Representative at Sunday Cool, I specialized in prospecting and onboarding new clients, building relationships with organizations both nationally and globally, and delivering top-quality products and services in the custom apparel industry. My contributions have been pivotal in leading the sales team and working with leadership to propel Sunday Cool to become the 98th fastest-growing privately-owned business (Inc. 5000, 2020), even during the challenges of the COVID pandemic.Joining Sunday Cool as a startup, I designed and implemented a sales process that streamlined and enhanced the client experience, making it seamless, efficient, and profitable. I trained the sales team in this process, resulting in increased sales, a faster sales cycle, and fewer errors and minimizing customer issues.My focus has been on nurturing and expanding client relationships while growing my own client base to support Sunday Cool's expansion. In my first year, I successfully doubled and nearly tripled my book of business, significantly boosting overall sales and productivity among the sales representatives I mentored. By 2023, my efforts culminated in a $4M+ portfolio, demonstrating my commitment to driving growth and achieving success. Show less

Viera, Fl

Researched potential clients, identifying IT decision makers within prospect companiesResearched South America data center environment to determine feasibility of market entryAided head of marketing in creating an effective Twitter and LinkedIn presence Analyzed data from Google Analytics to determine which means of promotion were the most effective based on website hits and engagement

Satellite Beach, Fl

Started one of the first social media based lacrosse stringing businesses. Helped start a revolution on social media in the lacrosse industry, introducing thousands of players to new brands and techniques.Communicate and performed transactions with players around the country, buying selling and trading gear, custom stringing pockets for players at all levels.Developed an effective social media presence that gained a following and notoriety throughout the lacrosse… Show more Started one of the first social media based lacrosse stringing businesses. Helped start a revolution on social media in the lacrosse industry, introducing thousands of players to new brands and techniques.Communicate and performed transactions with players around the country, buying selling and trading gear, custom stringing pockets for players at all levels.Developed an effective social media presence that gained a following and notoriety throughout the lacrosse community.Work featured on sites such as lacrosse.com as well as brands such as STX, StringKing, EastCoast Dyes, TRUE, NinjaLax, Jack Wraps, LumberLax and SwaxLax to increase their brand awareness and introduce players to new and innovative equipment.Developed a following of players of all ages from around the country and the world increasing following by 156% per year, on average. Show less

Eustis, Fl

Social Media Director- Promoted the Camp through all forms of Social Media including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube during 9 camp sessionsFilmed, edited and produced over a dozen 3 minute promotional videos showcasing the people and activities at the camp - over 2700 combined views on YouTubeFacilitated activities for and spoke to over 1000 campers ages 5-18

Bachelor’S Degree, Professional Sales With An Emphasis In Marketing, 3.4

Activities and Societies: Dean’s list President - Gamma Sigma Phi pledge class of 2013 Apparel Director - Gamma Sigma Phi, re-elected 3.

Bachelor’S Degree, Leadership And Ministry, 3.4

Activities and Societies: Leader – weekly Men’s Bible Study Board Member - “Bisons for Christ,” “24k in a Day” and “Say Thanks Day”.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Varsity Lacrosse, Orchestra, Peer Counseling