Rick Pederson Email & Phone Number

Chatsworth, Georgia, United States

Acquired as a Territory Manager responsible for Nebraska, half of Iowa, and half of South Dakota before earning promotion to Regional Vice President. Oversee the activity of 21 Territory Managers in the central region and six agents within the western region. Serve as the key point of customer contact for largest accounts. Accountable for hiring, firing, training, and development of all Territory Mangers and agents under direct supervision. ✔ Hired as Territory Manager in 2016 and earned promotion within 10 months to Regional Vice President. ✔ Brought on large key accounts. ✔ Implemented sales training program consolidating sales strategy which significantly increased revenue.

Hired as Territory Manager in 2014 and transitioned to Nebraska within the same year. Called on existing clients to sell new items, prospect to find new business, and serve as point of contact for all customer service needs. ✔ Established a new territory in Minnesota. ✔ Drove total revenue in Nebraska to 400% of starting point when taking over territory. ✔ Recognized with Salesman of the Year Award.

Acquired and grew a seasonal floral company with up to 80 employees. Built business each year for 22 years. ✔ Expanded revenue from $200K to $14M from 1992 to 2014. ✔ Grew company consistently enabling expansion to additional location in Minneapolis, MN. ✔ Earned recognition by ICCPI with National Award of Excellence in Design & Build.