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Orlando, Fl, Us

RMC Meetings & Events is a buying group of organizations that plan meetings, conferences, training and incentive programs by managing the site research process for our clients. We then utilize that combined buying-power in negotiating on behalf our clients to save money on rates, concessions and ultimately achieve more lenient contracts. We book 100s of meetings per year so we have the experience, knowledge and buying-power to help save time and money. From initial hotel research through final master account billing, we're there every step of the way if/when you need us. By providing an array of complimentary services including research, negotiation and on-site assistance, we make our clients' jobs easier.

Maitland, Fl, Us

Recruited to establish a new lead generation department and process including the training of a team including nine inside sales and business development professionals for this human resource enterprise software company offering cutting-edge human resource information solutions; prospect Fortune 500 companies and qualify leads for the outside sales team. Implemented a CRM solution (Salesforce.com), including RFPs, proposals, and contracts, and trained department personnel on its uses to improve sales opportunities. Developed reporting functions utilized within all company departments.

Secured relationships with new print management clients throughout Central Florida; sold variable/image digital printing capabilities unique to the printing industry. Worked closely with established accounts to ensure high levels of buying commitment for print and promotional items.

Established partnerships with various websites, proposing an affiliation agreements aimed at increasing hotel reservation bookings through the Internet while providing a revenue sharing agreement for each partner. Created Internet promotions and sold advertising banner ads to area businesses. Developed the preliminary dining guide for the website’s launch in 2002. After the events of Sept. 11, 2001, the travel industry had a downward turn and most of the staff were terminated. Orlando.com was later acquired by a competitor.

During my tenure of over 6 years, after developing the North & South Carolina territory, I advance to Operations Manager where I supervised 12-15 inside sales representatives, including hiring and training. Developed telemarketing sales scripts. Personally made approximately 160 telephone calls to prospects daily. Worked with the internal production staff to organize graphic design projects per client specifications. Received promotion to Operations Manager based on sales success. My departure was due to the two owner's personal relationship and business partnership being severed and the company's eventual bankruptcy.

Performed the sale of advertising for a monthly television guide through a combination of telephone solicitation and direct sales; utilized “one-call close” techniques. Promoted to co-manage the Charlotte, NC office; hired and trained a sales team.

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Purchased supplies and capital equipment for nine regional locations, including the corporate office for this footwear company serving the K-Mart retail chain. Implemented a centralized purchasing program.

Oversaw the purchase of raw materials, machine parts, and office supplies in the manufacturing environment of a worldwide supplier of fasteners for the sheet metal fabrication industry. Generated significant savings by utilizing single sourcing and blanket order purchasing agreements.

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