Since 1949, Wind Hardware has served as a leading industrial hardware supplier for manufacturers in a wide variety of industries.

Triteq has been providing intelligent security systems for over 13 years. Holding multiple patents the company is the standard for impenetrable secure electro-mechanical latches and locking systems. The TriTeq philosophy has always been to deliver innovative intelligent systems that are more than just locks; systems that are a deterrent to vandalism and forced entry while virtually eliminating internal and external theft.

Illinois Lock Company - Custom engineered locks, key switches, electronic locks and ball bearing drawer slides sold to original equipment manufacturers (OEM’s), with manufacturing locations in the USA, Taiwan and ChinaCCL Security Products - Manufacturer of padlocks, cabinet locks and travel locks sold through industrial distribution, locksmith distribution, retail and Amazon• Led a department consisting of 12 sales and customer service professionals• Worked closely with, and traveled to the China and Taiwan factories. • Traveled with Regional Sales Managers, National Sales Manager and manufacturer reps, calling on key customers and attending trade shows• Contract review, quote review, negotiation and closing• Utilized CRM for lead generation management, prospect qualifying and opportunity and sales cycle tracking• Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate the best pricing possible for customers• Developed process improvements, procedures, and employee training material

Served as sales manager, product manager, and primary contact for Harley-Davidson after the company acquisition of Royal Lock Corporation• Led pricing, customer service and project management• Maintained strong relationships with supply base analysts, developmental purchasing analysts and engineering• Secured new business worth over $1 million per year

Prepared annual sales and marketing budget for our corporate parent. Presented sales plan including previous successes, new opportunities, key projects and individual account forecasts• Made joint sales calls with the regional sales managers and manufacturer reps• Had final approval on all major quote activity to maximize margin while giving us the best chance to secure the business• Managed all marketing activities including, trade shows, website, blog posts, social media, engineering directories, literature• Market research, competitive analysis and new product development• Continued to handle all international sales activities including account development and quoting

Led all sales outside the continental United States • Managed and traveled to customers in China, Taiwan, Mexico, England, Scotland and Canada• Hired and trained manufacturer rep groups / agents