As the Business Development Manager at SkillsUSA, I am on a mission to redefine the narrative of skilled trades and professional excellence. Leveraging my extensive industry knowledge and robust skill sets, I am dedicated to cultivating strategic partnerships, driving innovative events, and fostering relationships that propel SkillsUSA into new frontiers of success. Join me on this exciting journey as we shape the future of skilled professions, create lasting connections, and elevate SkillsUSA to unprecedented heights!

Proven Regional Sales Director with a focus on driving business growth through adept account management, strategic partnerships, and impactful event utilization. Recognized for leading high-performing regional teams, achieving a remarkable 100% increase in product placement, and consistently surpassing monthly revenue targets.Key Strengths:- Strategic Development: Spearheaded successful business growth through strategic partnerships, sales team management, and active participation in trade shows, events, and conventions to enhance branding and facilitate growth. - Leadership Excellence: Led the creation of high-performing regional teams, resulting in a 100% increase in product placement and exceeding monthly revenue targets.- Sales and Account Management: Promoted to an Enterprise Sales role, demonstrating expertise in account management, business development, and strategic partnerships to drive revenue growth through effective sales strategies.- Event and Trade Show Mastery: Experienced in providing end-to-end solutions for events, trade shows, and conventions. Demonstrated success in overseeing the full cycle of events and trade shows.- Results-Driven Territory Building: Built successful territories as Regional Sales Director, achieving a 100% increase in product placement across multiple states and monthly revenue growth exceeding 100% month over month.- Marketing and Merchandising Expertise: Executed strategic marketing campaigns, implemented effective merchandising strategies, and fostered valuable partnerships.-Diverse Industry Contributions: Contributed to the design of charging stations for retail, wholesale, corporate, small business, and residential accounts, developing effective channel strategies.With a consistent track record of success and a focus on driving business growth, I bring a dynamic blend of leadership, strategic vision, and results-driven execution to the table. Let's connect and explore opportunities for collaboration.

Transformed Ohio Technical College through a visionary rebranding initiative, assembling a dynamic team from C-level executives to admissions, enrollment, and facilities staff. Introduced seven strategic programs with an innovative curriculum, launching a groundbreaking training academy featuring industry-renowned brands and influencers.Key Achievements:- Orchestrated impactful event campaigns, earning Ohio Technical College the title of National School of the Year. Utilized this success to secure over $10M in sales, advertising revenue, and key partnerships.- Forged groundbreaking partnerships with industry giants like Edelbrock, Cedar Fair, BMW, Lincoln Electric, Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Polaris, Suzuki, Cummins, MATCO Tools, and NASCAR. Demonstrated expertise in creating valuable collaborations in the dynamic environment of events.- Innovatively established scholarships, leading to a remarkable 300% increase in enrollment. Proficient in utilizing trade shows, events, and conventions to foster brand growth.- Engineered a dynamic sales and marketing partnership with Edelbrock, resulting in the establishment of the prominent Edelbrock Academy. Complemented this achievement with strategic outside sales marketing campaigns aimed at bolstering brand channel development.- Forged strategic partnerships with revered brands, leveraging expertise in events and trade shows to create valuable collaborations.- Pioneered innovative promotion and event marketing activations, such as Edelbrock's iconic 57 Chevy custom build at SEMA and Cedar Fair's C.O.A.S.T. Academy for roller coaster technicians. Amplified brand recognition through strategic initiatives – focus on innovative and impactful marketing.Elevate your brand through strategic partnerships, impactful events, and visionary leadership. Let's connect and explore opportunities for collaboration.

Marc Ecko Enterprises | Complex Media•Handpicked by the founder to spearhead comprehensive retail development initiatives, spanning 500+ mall stores, wholesale distribution, direct retail channels, pop-up shops, discount outlets, and box stores.•Adeptly negotiated advantageous terms for signage, print materials, prime locations, and premium opportunities through strategic relationships with store managers and event organizers, showcasing a strong acumen for account management and merchandising.•Leveraged brand penetration into high-profile events like X-Games and Disney sponsorships to establish a formidable global presence, emphasizing the importance of strategic partnerships and product placement in growing accounts.•Orchestrated lucrative sponsorships with Ecko subsidiaries, securing collaborations with influential figures such as G-Unit, 50 Cent, Ashton Kutcher, Ecko Red personality, Vanessa Hudgens, Zoo York, X-Games riders, and Jeremy Stenberg, underscoring my VIP and celebrity talent management expertise.•Took charge of trend analysis for apparel design across all Marc Ecko brands, successfully integrating them into X-Games and Complex Media events, reinforcing the brand's presence through trade shows and marketing.•Innovatively designed and executed bounce-back programs surpassing target sales by an impressive 55%, demonstrating my proficiency in shop-in-shop design, fixture design, and coast-to-coast retail development.•Nurtured a high-performing team, emphasizing team development and fostering relationships to drive account growth and enhance brand presence in various retail outlets and pop-up shop creations.

Bellagio Hotel and Casino – Las Vegas, NV •Part of the esteemed opening team at Bellagio, contributing as a versatile professional in various roles: Pit Clerk, Cabana Host, Outdoor Entertainment Manager, and Casino Host.•Demonstrated my commitment to enhancing revenue streams by introducing innovative VIP services, establishing exclusive outdoor clubs, and optimizing cabana pricing structures, resulting in a significant boost in outdoor revenue.•Established a strong track record of providing exceptional VIP services while nurturing valuable customer relationships, particularly in overseeing high limit clientele and handling all high limit markers.•Proficiently managed all aspects of outdoor entertainment and customer service, from cabana operations to seating arrangements and scheduling, highlighting my comprehensive expertise in event management, sales strategy, and product marketing.