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Kirkland, Wa, Us

Kirkland, Wa, Us

Greater Seattle Area

A world leader in the design and installation of high-performance, industrial, and commercial polymer flooring such as those used in operating rooms, data centers, and specialized production facilities. Sales manager with a nation-wide sales territory with annual targets of $2+ million in direct-to-customer sales. Responsibilities include sales growth, specification/design build, estimating, scheduling logistics, procurement, vendor selection, and new customer acquisition.

Greater Seattle Area

Oversee key corporate accounts and provide supervision and logistical support for 12 sub-tier installation companies worldwide. Lead a group of 5 Project Managers and Engineers each responsible for a specific region/scope. Manage daily operations including inspections, inventory management, product requisitions, scheduling, quality control review, invoicing, customer relations, and value management.-- Managed the Company's primary international, Fortune-50, account valued at over $16 million in annual revenue from over 750 individual locations and across 7 countries world-wide. Also given expanded responsibility for sales and estimating for additional corporate accounts.-- Earned trust and respect of client's corporate management; built a sterling reputation as effective and reliable leader. -- Boosted sales and revenue growth by 37% in first two years by creating enhanced efficiencies in production and supply chain management of individual regions.

Greater Seattle Area

Led daily operations for a company with diverse and constantly evolving projects including a clothing line, private wine label, online merchandise sales, catalog collection of books, print and digital media. Oversaw product research and development, endorsement sponsorships, contract negotiations, and assessing potential new business opportunities and partner relationships. -- Coordinated and oversaw the company’s Information Technology including development and management of 3 full-spectrum websites and a mobile app. -- Boosted company productivity by approximately 8% by implementing a new online project management software and organizational system influenced by AGILE methodology.-- Spearheaded a large endorsement contract with the State of Montana Department of Tourism .-- Organized and oversaw/managed multiple sold-out fundraising events at Benaroya Hall in conjunction with the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF).

Greater Seattle Area

Administered various Young Entrepreneur programs including handling initial inquiries, reviewing applications, material sales, and reporting of success metrics to the Board of Directors and stakeholders. Provided leadership for 50+ volunteer staff in a high-pressure environment of event production and management. Negotiated facility contracts and served as liaison to facilities.-- Oversaw production of numerous fund-raising auctions which generated over $600K in donations.-- Negotiated partnership with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America for distribution of the organization’s curriculum.-- Orchestrated the foundation’s operational organization including new PR materials, program curriculum, and invoicing systems. -- Directed liaison and contact for the WMFF Board of Trustees. Provided yearly metrics and S.M.A.R.T. goals. Facilitated board relationships and communications.

Recruited as a consultant for the facility’s start-up and later offered a position with supervisory responsibility for 35 staff in a 150+ person food and beverage department. Managed all aspects of the club-wide bar and beverage outlets, including inventory control, scheduling, sale systems, vendor selection, and employee training. Created cooperation in a cross-cultural, diverse environment.-- Overhauled the ethos and policies to emphasize proper inventory control and pour efficiencies. As a result, department realized profitability for the first time, starting from losses of 420% in first two years. -- Forged a new spirit of participation on behalf of the members in the club, turning a cold environment into a friendly family-like atmosphere between members and employees.-- Developed and implemented instruction for a 3-week training course for wait staff. -- Earned the Certified Sommelier credential following study at the Court of Master Sommeliers.-- Assumed responsibility for managing the resort’s restaurant on short notice and serving as manager during the last year, managing a staff of 25 while also managing bar and cocktail staff.

Bozeman, Mt

Providing professional bartender services and consultation for social events, weddings, and private parties.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs

Activities and Societies: Sigma Chi

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor'S In Sociology, Justice Studies - Public Administration

Activities and Societies: Sigma Chi

Graduate Degree, Honors

Activities and Societies: Football, Wrestling, Olympic Weightlifting, Snowboarding