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Smarter Solutions manufactures and promotes a growing variety of environmentally safe products in North America. We believe we all need clean air, land, and water to survive. By providing products which are more in harmony with nature, Smarter Solutions helps move modern society one step closer to a truly sustainable world.

We connect hundreds of Independent business owners with everything they need to succeed in an ever-changing retail environment.By leveraging our efficiencies of scale, robust digital platform, highly-successful merchandising programs, turnkey retail banner solutions, data-driven business intelligence and good old-fashioned industry relationships, we keep.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

In my current role as a Business Development Manager at The Avid Group I: Develop and execute strategic business development initiatives in support of the organization and its clients. Actively pursue, build, and maintain relationships in the industry and community to generate and enhance business opportunities. Maintain an extensive knowledge of clients.

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Leaders in Bar/Restaurant Supplies and Equipment - A wholesale company servicing the hospitality community for over 20 years.

Toronto, Canada Area

• A joint venture between RE:SOUND and SOCAN, created to simplify the music licensing process within Canada.★ KEY ACHIEVEMENTS ★★ Grew consumer network by 75% quarterly ensuring a robust pipeline.★ Exceeded sales targets.
• Designed and conducted thorough studies and research of new markets and target audiences for overall marketing strategy development and direction; used social media marketing to build brand awareness.
• Boosted community engagement and brand awareness in local communities through effective consultative techniques and relationship building with parties from municipalities and Business Improvement Areas.
• Exceeded monthly performance metrics through active participation in leadership meetings providing insights and sales forecasting.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• ★ KEY ACHIEVEMENTS ★★ Coordinated with Legal Department to increase revenue quarter over quarter on copyright infringement cases.★ Exceeded annual revenue targets on a consistent basis for more than 10 years.
• Contacted businesses across Canada such as fitness facilities, nightclubs, bars, restaurants, retail establishments, and hotels to assess use of copyrighted music at their business locations or at live events.
• Assisted businesses to understand rights and obligations under copyright laws, neighbouring and performing rights, tariff system, and legal requirements and licensing responsibilities.
• Provided tariff support, reports, and calculated fees.
• Participated in coordination of marketing and promotional events to increase brand awareness; attended industry tradeshows as a Q&A panelist to provide copyright education and licensing requirements.
• Optimized sales territory plan to maximize business leads within region through effective and efficient travel itineraries and time management strategies.

North York, Ontario

• ★ KEY ACHIEVEMENTS ★★ Drove operational improvements resulting in dramatic savings and improved profit margins. ★ Awarded “Top Rental Truck Sales” for multiple years.
• Managed all aspects of the day-to-day operations of three branch locations; oversaw sales and financials and directed sales efforts including process, communications, training, and systems compliance.
• Analyzed workflows and procedures to increase efficiency in business processes, customer satisfaction, employee engagement, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance.
• Developed teams in each location using open communication and motivational leadership to achieve/exceed individual sales targets and provide constructive performance feedback.
• Used marketing strategies to drive customer retention and loyalty and promptly resolved corporate account issues, improving operations, and managing communications with customers.
• Maximized branch profits by establishing and maintaining strong business relationships with major insurance companies, autobody shops, and dealerships.