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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

California, United States

Results-driven and accomplished GolfTEC center manager teaching over 10k lessons, making over $1 million in sales.· Managed a designated golf center, developing and implementing strategic sales plans to drive revenue growth and expand market share.· Oversaw all aspects of golf center operations, including sales team scheduling, training, and coaching. · Tracked sales performance, analyzed market trends, and generated reports to identify areas of improvement and capitalize on growth opportunities.· Developed and implemented strategic plans to drive revenue growth, optimize operational efficiency, and enhance the overall golfing experience.· Conducted regular financial analysis and reporting, monitored expenses, revenue, and profitability, and implemented cost control measures where necessary.· Conducted in-depth consultations with prospective clients to understand their golf goals, challenges, and aspirations.· Collaborated with internal teams, including marketing and product development, to provide feedback and contribute to product enhancement and innovation.· Built and maintained strong client relationships, providing personalized recommendations and exceptional customer service to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.· Directed center operations, including inventory management, merchandising, and sales promotions to maximize revenue and customer satisfaction.· Managed and mentored a team of staff members, providing leadership, guidance, and training to ensure exceptional customer service and operational excellence.· Utilized CRM software to track client interactions, manage sales leads, and monitor sales performance. · Fostered strong client relationships, providing ongoing support, addressing inquiries, and providing post-sales service to ensure customer satisfaction.

Greater Los Angeles Area

PHD Marketing INC. manufactures the Square brand of electronic cigarettes. An innovator in the industry who entered the market with one of the very first E-cigarettes in 2009. Since then, PHD introduced the world to portable hookah vaporizers and the smokeless hookah head. www.squaresmoke.comDedicated and passionate VP of Sales and Marketing with extensive experience in driving revenue growth, building high-performing sales teams, and developing successful sales strategies. Responsibilities include:· Proposed, planned, directed, and executed sales and marketing strategies with a team of developers and designers.· Oversaw the development and utilization of communication mediums throughout the company and trained staff on best practices.· Planned layout and site map of the company website and oversaw development, making sure to implement best SEO practices and analyze reports using google analytics.· Wrote all text for all communications, both internal and external.· Planned and executed all social networking campaigns and tracked results.· Established relationships with industry magazines, bloggers, YouTubers, and trade show organizers. · Budgeted and produced all printing materials, POP materials, and video production.· Directed, planned, and organized all needs for 7 to 8 trade shows and conventions a year (including international events).· Visited retailers to train staff on best sales techniques, product placement, and POP material.· Produced, directed, shot, and edited all video content for the company, including televised commercials.

Owned and operated this production company for my video projects. This company enabled me to save money for my clients if they have a need for video production work. I've made videos for the web, TV advertising, trade shows, presentations, and more. I wrote, produced, directed, and edited all projects with a team of Hollywood professionals.

Greater Los Angeles Area

The Clubs Choice is a sports marketing firm that establishes relationships with professional sports teams and offers them the opportunity to capitalize on a market that previously was too complicated for them to reach. In August 2011 the company moved all operations to Montreal, Canada.As the Vice President of the U.S. division of TCC, I was tasked to:· Launched a new online sports marketing platform that enables professional sports teams to take on “mini sponsors” capitalizing on local small businesses.· Developed communication mediums throughout all divisions of the company.· Developed and maintained a strategic social presence.· Created a brand identity and utilize both digital and traditional marketing methods to communicate that brand identity to customers and businesses.· Oversaw design and development of communications, news articles, marketing materials, print publications, videos, and websites.· Established relationships with professional sports teams in Canada, USA, and Costa Rica.· Planed and placed all Clubs Choice signage and POP material in sports arenas and local affiliate retail stores.· Trained staff at local affiliate retail stores on sales techniques and best practices.· Oversaw the development and design of the main website by budgeting the project, setting project milestones, designing the layout/sitemap, and writing all text.· Hired a sales team and a sales manager for all 3 regions and establish realistic goals for them.· Developed training materials and trained staff.· Analyzed weekly and monthly reports to assess progress and make changes where needed.

Hollywood, Ca

Worked on numerous independent and major studio Hollywood movies. As production coordinator, I researched anything and everything needed, from prop guns and costumes to lighting equipment and film developers, all on a budget set by the line producer. Additional duties included, hiring the right people and supplying them with the right tools to get the job done. When I wasn't coordinating movie productions, I coordinated events and presentations - the Emmys after party, Sundance Film Festival, fundraisers, trade shows, just to name a few.

Costa Mesa, Ca

• Audited daily cash on hand and ATM cash.• Analyzed and approved all loan documentation prepared at my branch.• Managed and trained all staff including Tellers, Account Representatives, and Loan Specialists. • Worked with customers on problems that may arise on any given day, i.e. fraudulent activity on accounts, or simply advising clients on how to take advantage of everything the bank had to offer.• Made sure all supplies are replenished in a timely and accurate manner.