Madison Laird Email & Phone Number

United States

Led a team of 8 to optimize sales processes and drive the U.S. launch of a premium tobacco product. Recruited top sales talent, developed training guides, and exceeded client expectations. Adapted team operations to meet fast-paced market needs while fostering strong client relationships and ensuring compliance with government regulations.

• Promoted from Area Sales Manager to District Sales Manager, exemplifying exceptional leadership and outstanding sales acumen in fostering strong distributor partnerships, resulting in remarkable expansion of sales performance and elevated market presence.• Strategically expanded brand visibility at regional and national grocery accounts within the district, leveraging extensive market knowledge and influential negotiation skills to secure prominent shelf placements and drive consistent revenue growth.• Collaboratively designed and implemented a highly effective store-level program with a prominent regional grocery account, leading to an exceptional 900.35% surge in sales compared to January sales of the previous year. This accomplishment propelled the regional account to secure the position of the second-largest conventional grocery chain nationwide for that month and has consistently maintained strong sales growth.

Austin, Texas, United States

Built and maintained relationships with key decision-makers at national and regional grocery chains to drive sales and increase visibility for the Poppi brand.

• Attracted event attendees, boosting brand awareness and sales as an emcee for the Texas Lottery at prestigious events like the State Fair of Texas and Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.• Managed Air France & KLM's ambassador team at the acclaimed 2019 Offshore Technology Conference, ensuring seamless coordination, exceptional customer experiences, and positive brand perception.• Led teams for Fortune 500 companies, organizations, and charities, delivering outstanding brand representation and managing extraordinary events to create memorable experiences statewide.

Houston, Texas, United States

• Secured sponsorship for renowned cycling event MS 150, enhancing brand visibility and community engagement.• Represented company at prominent trade shows, generating networking opportunities and expanding market reach.• Managed sales cultivated relationships with retailers and implemented strategies to drive distribution and increase sales.• Collaborated on field marketing initiatives, boosting brand visibility, consumer awareness, and driving sales growth through sampling and demonstrations.

• Successfully achieved route coverage across the assigned territory, ensuring the timely and dependable delivery of services to retail locations while ensuring compliance with Texas Lottery standards and legal requirements.• Demonstrated expertise in inventory management, optimizing product inventory, display, and presentation to enhance customer experience and drive sales.• Proactively recruited and onboarded new retailers, expanding the retailer base and increasing sales opportunities.• Established and maintained strong relationships with over 150 retailers, effectively communicating organizational strategies, initiatives, and best practices to maximize sales and customer satisfaction.

Associate Of Arts - Aa, Theatre/Theater, Television & Film

15-month intensive program for a career in the competitive business of television, film, and stage performance.

Sociology

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society