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Providing innovative geosynthetic solutions for 17 years to all facets of the construction industry while maintaining expertise on product requirements along the east coast from Maine to Florida.

-Helped clients become more effective and efficient in the design and manufacturing process by leveraging hardware, software and service-based solutions. - Met and exceeded goals by developing new client business, while expanding sales footprint with existing clients by selling SolidWorks product portfolio, Stratasys 3D printers, and consulting services.- Partnered with Outside Sales Account Managers and Application Engineers to increase sales and awareness of TriMech’s solutions and… Show more -Helped clients become more effective and efficient in the design and manufacturing process by leveraging hardware, software and service-based solutions. - Met and exceeded goals by developing new client business, while expanding sales footprint with existing clients by selling SolidWorks product portfolio, Stratasys 3D printers, and consulting services.- Partnered with Outside Sales Account Managers and Application Engineers to increase sales and awareness of TriMech’s solutions and services.- Demonstrated an ability to investigate and understand technical information, as well as internal business processes relating to Clients’/Prospects’ business objectives in order to craft a strategy consisting of software, training, technical support, and implementation as a solution to those businesses.- Understanding and ability to drive multi-product solution selling to new and existing clients Show less

Inside Sales Representative, Promoted to Product Line Specialist (Acquired by Ferguson Nov 2020)● Qualified, issued and followed-up on project quotations● Reviewed specifications and product requirements for job applications● Priced materials in order to maximize gross profit● Worked directly with outside sales representatives in Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York and Delaware to increase sales● Maintained extensive knowledge of DOT approved product requirements… Show more Inside Sales Representative, Promoted to Product Line Specialist (Acquired by Ferguson Nov 2020)● Qualified, issued and followed-up on project quotations● Reviewed specifications and product requirements for job applications● Priced materials in order to maximize gross profit● Worked directly with outside sales representatives in Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York and Delaware to increase sales● Maintained extensive knowledge of DOT approved product requirements from Maine to Florida● Provided schedule, delivery and freight information using LTL carriers and dedicated van & flatbed haulers ● Researched product availability in 19 warehouse locations along the East Coast● Introduced new patented products to regional markets and provide appropriate material pricing ● Coordinated project management among various internal channels; accounting, purchasing, operations, production as well as external manufacturing facilities● Sole source of quoting and purchase order management for four specific product lines, Articulated Concrete Block, Pavedrain, Powerblock & Hydroturf throughout ACF● Processed orders accurately and effectively to result in a high level of customer satisfaction● Provided timely responses and prioritize daily tasks using superior self management skills● Obtained product costing directly from multiple vendors in categories such as geotextiles, erosion control blankets, geogrids, etc to accurately bid million dollar projects ● Maintained business confidentiality relative to pricing, customer lists, purchase order contracts & methods of distribution/manufacturing● Carried projects through to completion from bid phase, award, submittal approval, order entry, shipment and delivery to project site● Reviewed accounts to ensure end of month invoicing to meet monthly targets● Worked directly with project managers, site supervisors, estimators, purchasing agents, marketing managers and engineers to achieve daily success companywide Show less

Staff Writer● Provided weekly editorial content for bi-monthly and monthly publications● Reported on Henrico County Public Schools and attended all school board meetings● Developed story ideas targeting 300,000 county residents● Conducted interviews with elected officials and community leaders

- Published event coverage, feature and advancer stories- Supervised over 20 students while directing a fundraiser for the New River Valley Agency on Aging

- Increased submissions and magazine visibility by promoting open mic events and release parties- Created a magazine outreach program and an archiving system- Acted as liason between Silhouette and the Student Government Association

- Assisted students with narrative, informative and persuasive speeches, including advice on introductions, conclusions, transitions, visuals, anecdotes and delivery