Richard Russell Email & Phone Number

Winnipeg, Mb, Ca

Greater Winnipeg Metropolitan Area

Drake International - Winnipeg is the pioneer in the recruitment and talent management industry. More than recruitment, Drake offers a suite of HR solutions that support the strategic assessment, development, and evaluation of people to assist HR leaders and managers alike. Accountabilities• Developing new business throughout Manitoba and Eastern Saskatchewan• Activating business networks and professional social networks / representing the company• Managing an existing portfolio, developing new prospects• Reporting sales visits and making sure of the relevance of the information• Identifying potential clients and the decision-makers within the client organization• Setting up and attending face-to-face meetings (understanding and qualifying client needs and requirements)• Build client relationships to maintain and develop business

La Salle, Manitoba, Canada

Brand Ambassador to 9500 Retail locations across Canada with our valued partners; Canadian Tire, Home Hardware, Food Basics, Save-on-Foods, Sobeys, Safeway, Husky, Esso, Shell, 7- Eleven, Flying J Truck Stops.• Manages accounts and develops strong business relationships • Qualify, create, and follow up on sales leads • Meets with clients to discuss needs, retail objectives, and provide ongoing support • Act as a liaison between clients and internal team members • Tracking, and evaluating sales metrics and trends in the market• Negotiates pricing and renews contracts • Preparing and deliver presentations by utilizing sales and market dataTank Traders is a national provider of prefilled Propane BBQ Tanks, the program can be found at Grocery Stores, Hardware Stores, Gas Stations and Convenience stores across Canada.

Brandon, Manitoba, Canada

Account Manager at two of Western Manitoba’s popular radio stations, Q Country 91.5 and 94.7 STAR FM owned and operated by Westman Radio Ltd, a subsidiary of Westman Communications Group.• Develop new client relationships and look for opportunities to offer additional services to existing clients• Present radio and online plans aligned to your clients’ needs• Coordinate fulfillment of your clients’ orders through our administrative and creative teams• Manage existing client relationships, including presenting progress reports to ensure advertising and marketing campaigns reach their desired objective• Utilize CRM tools to forecast sales progress

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• Territory Sales Manager for Manitoba & NW Ontario responsible for driving new customer (subscriber) acquisition for Shaw Direct Satellite TV. Worked with a network of 3rd party retailers including National Partners such as Vision’s, London Drugs & BestBuy.• Plan, design & execute marketing initiatives to increase customer base and revenue. • Work closely with retail partners representing Shaw Direct Satellite TV at trade shows and industry conventions.• Develop new Shaw Direct Satellite TV retail partnerships while growing brand awareness. • Maintain strong product knowledge and provide training to retail partners. • Manage in store merchandising displays to enhance Shaw Direct Satellite TV image & presence.• Provide real time service support following best business practices with product orders, order tracking, marketing claims submission, customer liaison and brand ambassador.• Sales success driven with the best-in-class dealer support with constant communication that includes weekly sales target updates, phone calls, instore visits, training, product placement and instore promotions.Key Achievements:Obtained 110% of target (2015-2016) Obtained 130% target (2017-2018)

Winnipeg, Canada Area

• Supported and managed Customer Service Manager and 5 Canadian Account Managers.• Negotiate the Sale of Case Goods (Furniture) to Major Accounts such as; The Dufresne Group, The Brick, Cantrex, Mega Group & Sears Home Stores• Traveled Canada and U.S. as a representative at Furniture Markets• Prepared weekly Sales reports for President• Developed and implement marketing initiatives• Coordinated three permanent showrooms in Winnipeg, Las Vegas and High Point, NCKey Achievement:Overcame multiple business obstacles within a challenging setting.

Winnipeg, Canada Area

• Sales & Service of Independent Furniture Stores in Saskatchewan, Manitoba & N.W. Ontario• Traveled Canada and U.S. as representative at Furniture markets• Managed and provided supported for the company's Wireless Devices and Land line Phones• Planned and co-ordinate all company events• Coordinated Travel bookings for President and Senior Management TeamKey Achievements:Presidents Million Dollar Club Award (2006-2011)Presidents Club Award – Highest dollar increase in 2009 Overcame multiple business obstacles within a challenging setting.