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My mission is to assist small businesses in navigating the complexities of the federal marketplace. I provide strategic guidance, support in market research proposal development, and ensure compliance with regulations and certifications. By fostering valuable connections and increasing competitiveness, I empower these businesses to successfully enter and thrive in the federal procurement ecosystem.

Photographing the backroads of the U.S. on a motorcycle has been a passion of mine, allowing me to capture the distinctive and breathtaking essence of rural Texas. What makes this endeavor truly special is my commitment to giving back to the community. I've donated my time and photography services to numerous nonprofit organizations throughout Central Texas, helping them tell their stories and raise awareness for their causes. My gallery, where I showcase these unique images, averages over 100 visits per month, providing a platform for people to connect with the beauty of rural America. Making everyone smile through my work and community contributions has been a deeply fulfilling aspect of my journey as a photographer, motorcycle, and Jeep enthusiast.

Developed and launched both a federal and state government program for Muck Rack. • Federal and State Government Programs: Successfully developed and launched comprehensive government programs targeting federal and state government agencies. These programs were tailored to meet the needs of the Department of Defense (DoD) and Civilian audiences.• Marketing Materials: Created effective marketing materials specifically designed for federal audiences (DoD and Civilian) and state agencies. These materials were instrumental in conveying Muck Rack's value proposition and services to government clients.• Government Contacts: Established and nurtured a network of 20,000 government contacts, including key decision-makers and influencers within various government agencies.• Email Branding Campaigns: Designed and executed quarterly email branding campaigns, reaching an average of 10,000 government contacts per quarter. These campaigns were instrumental in maintaining brand visibility and engagement within the government sector.• Congressional Relations: Collaborated closely with members of Congress to address their public relations and communication needs. This involved understanding and meeting the unique demands and expectations of congressional offices.• From ground zero, built and managed a pipeline of over $500,000.00• Increased quoting activity by 300%• Met and exceeded all sales activities• Increased government sales by 650%More on my resume...o Federal agencies that I have managed during my career: DoD (all branches), Department for the Interior, Department of Commerce, Homeland Security, Treasury Department, Smithsonian Institute, Department of Labor, Department of Education, White House, U.S. Congress, U.S. Capitol Police, Federal Aviation Administration, U.S. Department of State and NASA.o Foreign governments I have worked with: Australia, Lithuania, Germany, United Kingdom, Canada, South Africa, France, Ireland, the European Union, and NATO.

Developed and maintained relations with a concentrated focus on commercial and channel partners in promoting professional IT Services, Staffing Services, and Managed IT Services.• Strategic Channel Partner Program: Established a highly effective and strategic channel partner program, facilitating collaboration with critical partners and commercial opportunities. This program was instrumental in expanding the company's reach and revenue streams. • Marketing and Design Collaboration: Collaborated closely with the marketing and design teams to develop and launch highly targeted collateral and email campaigns tailored for channel partners and commercial prospects. These campaigns were designed to maximize engagement and lead generation.• Prospecting Contacts: Created and managed a robust database of 21,000 prospecting contacts, ensuring a steady flow of potential opportunities for the business.• Key Relationship Development: Cultivated strong relationships with key management, directors, and IT personnel within channel partner organizations. These relationships were essential for successful partnership development and collaboration.• Pipeline Growth: Successfully built a pipeline of opportunities worth $526,000 within 85 days. Achieved this by consistently conducting over 175 weekly calls, sending 125 targeted emails, and establishing an average of five appointments weekly.Weekly • Pipeline Review: Conducted weekly pipeline reviews of current and future projects and business development activities in close collaboration with the company founder and CEO. These reviews were critical in aligning company strategies with business development efforts.

Developed and maintained relations with a concentrated focus on federal agencies, SLED, and channel partners promoting SolarWinds, training, and Professional Services. Established a strategic channel partner program that grew to 21 partners within the first year.• Established First Federal GSA Contract: Played a pivotal role in assisting the company in establishing and developing its first Federal GSA contract. This achievement opened up new opportunities for the company within the federal government sector.• Government Web Landing Page: Led the development and implementation of a dedicated government web landing page on Axiom's website, creating a focused online presence for government clients.• Marketing and Design Collaboration: Collaborated closely with the marketing and design teams to create highly targeted collateral and email campaigns to engage government agencies and generate new business. These efforts met the ROI goal, achieving a 5% increase in new business opportunities.• Contracts, Proposals, and Pricing Management: Created and managed contracts, proposals, and pricing structures, ensuring alignment with government requirements and regulations.• Relationship Development: Developed strong relationships with key management, contracting, and IT personnel within government agencies. These relationships were crucial for effective communication and collaboration.• Co-Branding with Channel Partners: Successfully developed co-branding materials in collaboration with channel partners, enhancing the company's presence and credibility in the government sector.

Create and maintain a favorable public image with working with corporate and consumer customers by communicating programs, product information. Manage online corporate chat, chat messaging and customer service. I worked directly with freelance copywriters, graphic designers on new product messaging

Generated and maintained sales of company products and services by providing exemplary account management and business development management, opportunity identification, and implementation of effective sales strategies while ensuring the attainment of specified sales and performance targets. • Federal Pricing Contracts: Played a crucial role in the team's response to federal pricing contracts, securing contracts with prestigious clients, including the Department of Education ($2M), the Department of Interior ($15M), and U.S. Congress ($5M).• Account Reactivation: Successfully reactivated 150 dormant accounts, resulting in an impressive 25% increase in revenue, demonstrating your ability to revitalize client relationships and drive business growth.• MVP Award: Recognized with the MVP award for consistently generating new sales opportunities, showcasing your exceptional sales performance and contributions to the team.• Online Sales Leadership: Led the federal sales division in online sales for nine consecutive years, generating over $15M in sales, underscoring your consistent excellence in online sales strategies.• Consistent Quota Exceedance: Exceeded yearly quotas for ten consecutive years, even surpassing the 2016 quota of $38M. Your track record in selling computer hardware, software, storage, and services is a testament to your dedication and sales acumen.• Customer Engagement: Conducted quarterly product roadmap presentations with customers and channel partners, enhancing engagement and ensuring alignment with client needs.• Newsletter Development: Developed a technology newsletter with an active readership of 5,200, serving as an effective communication and information dissemination tool for the company.

• Sales Leadership: Led the organization in portable computing sales and digital imaging, showcasing your ability to drive success in specific product categories.• Exceeded Quotas: Consistently exceeded sales quotas by 110%, consistently delivering outstanding results.• Meeting Sales Targets: Demonstrated a strong track record of consistently meeting company sales targets through effective outbound calling and email communication strategies.• Product Training Programs: Conducted product training programs for end-users and small retailers, enhancing product knowledge and customer engagement.

• Technical Training Video: Recognized by management for producing a highly effective technical training video on processor installation for Athlon, showcasing your expertise in creating educational resources.• Demand Generation Programs: Received commendations from AMD field sales and computer manufacturers for developing successful demand generation programs, highlighting your skill in driving interest and sales.• Technical Roadshows: Earned recognition from management for leading a 10-person team in developing and implementing ten cities North America technical roadshows. Notably, the target goal of 100 attendees was exceeded, with an impressive average of 198 attendees per event, demonstrating your proficiency in event management and audience engagement.• ROI Tracking: Tracked and measured ROI for all marketing programs, ensuring accountability and effectiveness in marketing initiatives.• Large-Scale Event Planning: Managed large-scale event planning for product launches and effectively controlled a marketing development budget of $5 million per quarter, demonstrating your capability to handle substantial resources and events.• Award-Winning Training Program: Developed an award-winning production training program successfully rolled out to 23 computer manufacturers, further enhancing your credentials in training and development.

Handled corporate and government computer hardware sales.

Constituent Services: A significant portion of my time involved assisting constituents with various issues, such as navigating federal agencies, accessing government services, or addressing concerns about policies or legislation. This involved responding to phone calls, emails, and letters from constituents and organizing and attending meetings or events within the district or state.Research and Policy Analysis: I conducted research on legislative proposals, policy issues, and current events to provide the Congressman with accurate and timely information. Communication and Outreach: I helped manage the Congressman’s public image. I coordinated media interviews, public appearances, and town hall meetings to engage with constituents.Administrative Support: I handled various administrative tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the congressional office, such as managing schedules, coordinating travel arrangements, and maintaining constituent databases. Constituent Relations: Building and maintaining positive relationships with constituents, advocacy groups, and other stakeholders is essential for a congressional aide. I represented the Congressman at community events, meetings, or forums and acted as a liaison between the office and external organizations or individuals.