• Specialized in lead-based sales and cold calling, engaging with potential customers through direct interactions.• Recognized for outstanding performance, earning a promotion within the first month of joining.• Met and surpassed sales objectives by proactively generating leads and employing effective communication techniques.• Conducted engaging product presentations, effectively translating interest into sales.• Orchestrated team meetings to foster collaboration and share successful sales approaches.• Provided hands-on training and support to new team members, ensuring a smooth onboarding process and optimal performance.

- Quality Assurance: Implemented rigorous quality checks at retail locations- Process Audits: Conduct systematic audits of production processes, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring that all manufacturing practices align with Coca-Cola's quality guidelines and regulatory requirements.- Documentation and Reporting: Maintained comprehensive records of quality assessments, audit findings, and corrective actions. Generated detailed reports to communicate quality performance metrics and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.- Compliance: Stayed abreast of industry regulations and quality standards, ensuring that all Coca-Cola products conform to legal and regulatory requirements.

Participated in international and domestic expeditions aboard the National Geographic Venture• Served and monitored all alcoholic beverages on board; 100 people/week.• Maintained lounge and bar in compliance with all CDC and Health Canada Vessel Sanitation Programs. Responsible for inventory of all alcoholic products and Global Gallery items.• Prepared strategies for guest relations as per voyage.• Increased sales by means of daily drink specials, wine parings, and local beer selections.• Trained newly employed stewards and relief bartenders in all aspects of alcohol service. Held crew classes on wine education and cuisine pairing.• Participated in weekly safety training, meetings and drills as a member of the medical team including fire, abandon ship, man-overboard, flooding and medical emergencies.

• Spearheaded exceptional growth of GPC owned NAPA Auto Parts stores, drivingsignificant increases in customer base, sales, and profitability.• Strategically promoted the comprehensive range of NAPA products and programs towholesale customers, leveraging deep product knowledge and understanding ofcustomer needs.• Collaborated closely with store managers and staff to develop tailored sales plans,resulting in substantial sales growth and increased customer retention.• Proactively initiated, managed, and cultivated regional leads, establishing strongrelationships and expanding the customer base.• Demonstrated a keen understanding of customer needs and effectively aligned solutionswith NAPA's offerings through diverse customer retention programs.• Partnered with manufacturer's representatives to optimize efficiency, quality, andaccessibility of program offerings, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.• Successfully engaged customers through various eSales programs, leveraging digitalplatforms to enhance customer relationships and drive sales.• Acted as a liaison between customers, GPC, and manufacturer warranty programs,providing exceptional customer service and resolving issues promptly and efficiently.• Streamlined logistics for three stores, optimizing inventory management and improvingproduct availability within a 70 mile radius.• Orchestrated the on-boarding process for national, government, and local accounts,ensuring smooth transitions and establishing strong partnerships.• Demonstrated strong inventory management skills by effectively managing annual storeinventories for 15 NAPA locations.

Executor to an estate while I pursued personal growth following family losses.

• Administered operations for both Commercial and Residential Sales departments,ensuring smooth and efficient processes.• Coordinated inventory management, contractor accounts, referrals, bids, andwholesale logistics, optimizing supply chain operations.• Provided valuable support to the installation team by assisting with surveys, estimates,and installations of architectural glass, while showcasing strong craftsmanship andattention to detail in assembling storefront structures, glazing fasteners, andshowcase displays.• Coordinated all proprietary additions to manufactured glass, ensuring accurate andtimely customization as per customer requirements.

• Participated in international and domestic expeditions aboard 2 ships.• Served and monitored all alcoholic beverages on board; 100 people/week.• Maintained lounge and bar in compliance with all CDC and Health Canada Vessel Sanitation Programs. Responsible for inventory of all alcoholic products and Global Gallery items.• Prepared strategies for guest relations as per voyage.• Increased sales by means of daily drink specials, wine parings, and local beer selections.• Trained newly employed stewards and relief bartenders in all aspects of alcohol service. Held crew classes on wine education and cuisine pairing.• Participated in weekly safety training, meetings and drills as a member of the medical team including fire, abandon ship, man-overboard, flooding and medical emergencies.

• Acted as parts and supply liaison to chief officers and their respective departments: Engineering, Hospitality, Deck, and Purser. • Coordinated with suppliers and port agents to acquire specialized maritime equipment while acting as a representative to chief officers. • Demonstrated acumen with supplier accounts for specific maritime departments: industrial, commercial, hospitality, and safety. • Operated cargo vehicles to meet local logistical needs. • Operated shuttle for employees each day. • Maintained inventory and safe storage of all alcohol both on and off ship, during voyage and dry dock.

Advanced quickly with client volume increases and substantial fees generatedAdvised clients on tax laws, prepared documents and interviewed clients for incentive programs. Achieved Silver status (second highest) in sales for the tax season.

• Applied excellence in customer service through nightly dining, staff service, private events, and wholesale product demonstrations.• Prepared infusion products, specialty syrups, and created beverage mixers.• Provided sales team with complete service demonstrations.• Upheld incident management in a liability sensitive workplace and was responsible for inventory reports and sales team coordination.• Maintained POS interface updates, and cash register/merchant services.

• Supervised all wholesale orders.• Performed duties as Lead Sales Strategist and Inventory Distribution• Organized product displays and point-of-sales.• Planned and prepared customer outreach events, wine tastings, tutorials, demonstration shows.• Maintained and staffed the shop

Traveled across New Zealand's North and South Islands while working at various locations in the WWOOF network; ie hostels, communes, farms.