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Appleton, Wi

Modifying and maintaining homes adapting to the owners changing lifestyles. We believe that a safe, comfortable, and worry free atmosphere allows residence to enjoy what they love longer. SHMS offers a wide range of services, from simple grab rails to complete home adaptations. In addition SHMS performs Home Maintenance Programs scheduled to fit our clients’ needs.

NDT Testing , Material ID, Metallurgical Testing and more.

Designers and Manufacturers of Heat and Corrosion Resistant Metal Products

Sell high temperatur fabrication to the metal heat treat industry in WI,MN,IA,IL. Sell radiant tubes and high temperature fans to the Aluminum Industry in North America.

Sales and consulting, covering four states serving the metal heat treat and sintered metal industry. Aluminum Mill Coordinator, Selling radiant tubes and high temperature fans to the aluminum mills throughout North America, with a 40% increase in sales over two years.

Manage four independent Sales Representatives, training, marketing, forecasting, strategic planning and budgeting. Strengthen relations with current customers and developing new ones. Co-ordinate and work trade shows. Develop quotes and proposals resulting in 20% annual sales growth. Travel throughout US and Canada.

Responsible for developing new accounts and expanding existing ones totaling 175 customers in northeast Wisconsin.* Expanded business over 625% in five years.* Maximized profitability by selective account growth.* Increased delivery capabilities, providing better service by utilizing smaller trucks with minimum increased expense.

Open new and service existing accounts. Involved in strategic planning, forecasting, and market research. Responsible for activating two major accounts with over 2 million in sales.A; A national metals distributor and processor supplying the needs of the manufacturing industry.

Responsible for sales in Northeastern and North Central Wisconsin, as well as Upper Michigan.* Obtained 55% growth in gross profit in 18 months.* Added $1 million in sales through new account development. * Developed sales through a partnership approach.* Expanded sales and increased gross profit margin on existing accounts.* Initiated "Customer of the Month" program to enhance and solidify key account business through recognition.* Organized database of accounts by region to maximize time management.

A regional metals service center supplying the manufacturing industry.; Corresponded with area manufacturers with respect to their raw material requirements.* Developed concept for computer program to show gross profit in addition to sales dollars.* Implemented successful telemarketing program.

B.S., Sociology, Journalism, Psycology

Activities and Societies: Worked as a PR Photographer for the University

B.S, Sociology, Journalism And Psychology