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Here I have engaged in an opportunity to focus my attention on building and expanding a vibrant organization for goal-oriented business leaders and entrepreneurs. Utilizing the Mastermind Group concept, I assist members in utilizing their business expertise to propel the success of the entire group, providing balanced focus centered on health, relationships, community contribution, and financial strength.

I influenced senior leadership’s decision to relocate me back to the upper mid-west where I could utilize my expertise and connections to expand the business. I maintained channel partner relationships and increased revenues throughout a 12- state region. Prior to and during the Covid 19 pandemic years, I consistently outperformed sales quotas from 106% to 141% despite unprecedented supply chain challenges.Wins:• Drove utilization of equipment from the Midwest to North Pacific by leading a team of 6 industrial rep companies in adopting and implementing a new business model. Beat 4 other teams and exceeded goals with sales performance of 104%.• Designed a comprehensive sales tracker to replace antiquated system, providing manager with real-time performance data to address potential issues, capitalize on opportunities, and ensure sales targets were met and/or exceeded.

Building on my success in growing the Global Services division, I accepted an offer to fill a vacancy in the Southeast region and help support CMCO dealers. During this 16-month period, I increased product sales 35%, secured a $375K order for 7 monorail hoists, and provided tailored, cost-effective solutions for business owners in the heavy manufacturing industry.Wins:• Provided tailored suite of solutions for senior executives and business owners in the heavy manufacturing industry. Advised companies to specify durable, cost effective equipment resulting in a significant increase in revenue for the organization.• Developed creative solution to correct previously unnoticed manufacturing error and ensure on time delivery of overhead crane. Avoided costly delays by sending manufacturing engineer to customer site to oversee rework process and ensure it’s accuracy.

I was promoted to build a new global division. Leveraging the relationships I had nurtured with Caterpillar's Global Purchasing department, I spearheaded a multi-faceted plan to provide engineered solutions, technical expertise, and project proposals to Caterpillar facilities worldwide. To support international expansion, I successfully negotiated contractual work with distributors in Central America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.Wins:• Developed business partnerships with distributors to provide on-site manpower, installation, and associated services to support international expansion. Negotiated contractual work with CMCO distributors in Central America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. • Presented International Service Model to 100+ suppliers, helping Caterpillar create an interest among its key suppliers to move from business unit purchasing to a centralized purchasing model.

I was recruited to lead the sales efforts for a newly restructured division during a period of significant change in organizational leadership and brand identity. In collaboration with engineering and operations management, I developed key customer relationships and oversaw all aspects of projects from start to commission. My advisory efforts to guide Caterpillar executives in process improvements led to CES securing several high profile contracts with Caterpillar, resulting in significant increases in revenues.Wins:• Spearheaded initiative to implement a proactive weekly survey system for supplier products. System tracked delivery slippage, and provided accurate project and installation scheduling, resulting in a more efficient and effective workflow.• Created a reoccurring revenue stream by hiring out an Engineering Intern to Caterpillar which was faced with a shortage of engineering project managers. In addition to fostering goodwill, it provided greater awareness of future projects in the pipeline.