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Long Beach, Ca

We are basalte! We unite high-quality design and intuitive smart home technology. We strive to reshape the way people live by making everyday actions easier and bringing true comfort to your home. Always handmade with love in Belgium.

Irvine, Ca

Management of dealer accounts for Oliver Marketing in the Southern CA territory. Worked in conjunction with manufacturers to develop and implement marketing plans (including sales and inventory forecasting) to increase sales and market share. Worked with individual accounts to analyze their business, then executed strategic plans to integrate our manufacturer's product offerings into the dealer's mix. Serviced national accounts for manufacturers, executing marketing initiatives in regional stores.

Long Beach, Ca

As the Western regional manager for the premier luxury brand in consumer electronics, I directed implementation of Bang & Olufsen America's B2B Professional Partner program across an 11-state territory. The Pro Partner program gave independent dealers access to Bang & Olufsen products to offer as part of their mix. I was responsible for providing dealers with the guidance, support, and resources necessary to succeed.. 40% over assigned budget at the end of FY 2017-18. Opened successful store locations in Portland, OR and Honolulu, HI (B&O's first dealer and store in the Hawaiian Islands).

Chicago, Il

Initially hired to manage key accounts, working across all departments within the account to increase D+M's presence and share. My role increased to include responsibility for managing the local ISR and D+M's efforts in IL/WI, providing support to the ISR field sales crew and the existing dealer base. Provided additional support for other Central region ISR's at regional trade shows and training events.

Strategic management of dealer accounts across a 9 state Midwest territory for a value added distributor of commercial audio and video products. Engaged with commercial integrators across a wide range of vertical markets (Hospitality, Healthcare, Government, Education), assisting with system design, bid pricing, and interfacing with manufacturers.

Management of dealer accounts across a 4 state (IL/WI/IN/MI) territory for a leading national distributor of consumer electronics products. Worked with dealers to analyze their needs, creating a strategic plan to introduce AVAD's products into their mix. Helped dealers to implement best business practices to increase their sales and profitability. Provided dealers with timely follow-up and product information, including marketing materials, training, and system design assistance.

Management of dealer accounts for a sales rep firm in IL. Worked in conjunction with manufacturers to develop and implement marketing plans (including sales and inventory forecasting) to increase sales and market share. Worked with individual accounts to analyze their business, then executed strategic plans to integrate our manufacturer's product offerings into the dealer's mix. Serviced national accounts (Best Buy, Circuit City, Tweeter) for manufacturers, executing marketing initiatives in regional stores.

Assisted store manager with day-to-day operation of store including inventory control (shipping/receiving & cycle counts), daily reporting and supervision of sales team. As Sales Mentor, assisted store manager in the development of new hires by providing technical product and sales technique training. Extensive experience and training in the sales and design of custom audio and video distribution systems and project management. Supervised projects from intital consultation with clients to final design to coordination and completion of system installation.

Sales/operations manager of start-up distribution company specializing in consumer electronics. Executed marketing plan which included designing catalogs and other promotional materials and selecting product mix/pricing. Provided customers with training, technical support, and product updates. Responsible for shipping, receiving, and inventory control.

Assisted store manager with day-to-day operation of store including inventory control, daily reporting and supervision of sales team. Extensive experience and training in the sales and design of custom audio and video distribution systems and project management. Supervised projects from intital consultation with clients to final design to coordination and completion of system installation.

Sales of audio and video equipment. Duties included delivery and installation of products, merchandising, and inventory control. "People with integrity dedicated to providing personal satisfaction to those we serve".