Sales/New Business Development Lead
Artistic Image, Inc
Developed client roster, cultivating new business opportunities in 35 U.S. markets. Generated all sales leads, using industry publications, web searches, and client referrals, while organizing presentations, all travel, and client follow-up. Managed client relationship from initial contact, RFP, and contract and pricing negotiation through project completion. Engaged in direct marketing campaigns, utilizing phone, electronic, and print materials to attract new clients, generate leads, and improve market penetration. Conducted sales presentations to C-level personnel and served as client liaison responsible for troubleshooting issues, tracking projects and invoicing clients.• Grew client roster by 600 contacts (22%). Improved overall client satisfaction from 75% to 90%.• Developed and implemented strategic sales and marketing plan that leveraged electronic mailings to showcase work samples to prospective clients, resulting in mailings receiving 25% response rate, with 35% close percentage from responses.• Executed in-house photography projects for clients such as Coke, Corona, and Breyers, saving company 60% off standard industry rates.