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Director of Sales, Marketing & Business Development, Develop and execute sales strategies, marketing promotions, business plans and business development initiatives to grow sales and gain new business for the sports industry. Cultivating solid business relationships with key clients.• Developing new “Go-to-Market” sales strategies for key clients to grow sales and profits. • Key contributor to the design and product performance of men’s golf shoe line for premium footwear… Show more Director of Sales, Marketing & Business Development, Develop and execute sales strategies, marketing promotions, business plans and business development initiatives to grow sales and gain new business for the sports industry. Cultivating solid business relationships with key clients.• Developing new “Go-to-Market” sales strategies for key clients to grow sales and profits. • Key contributor to the design and product performance of men’s golf shoe line for premium footwear company. • Orchestrating channels of distribution for sports industry and sports apparel companies.• Consulting with financial group on the requisition and renovations of golf courses.• Analyzing and tracking clients’ personal performance to determine proper club fittings. Show less

ACUSHNET COMPANY, 1997 – 2008 A $1.4 billion company and leading manufacturer and marketer of golf clubs, shoes, balls, gloves, golf bags, outerwear and accessories. Leading products include Titleist and Pinnacle golf balls, Titleist golf clubs, FootJoy golf shoes, FootJoy and Titleist golf gloves and FootJoy outerwear. Vice President of Leadership Promotions, Carlsbad, CaliforniaLed all PGA Golf tour promotions domestically and internationally. Worked directly with PGA… Show more ACUSHNET COMPANY, 1997 – 2008 A $1.4 billion company and leading manufacturer and marketer of golf clubs, shoes, balls, gloves, golf bags, outerwear and accessories. Leading products include Titleist and Pinnacle golf balls, Titleist golf clubs, FootJoy golf shoes, FootJoy and Titleist golf gloves and FootJoy outerwear. Vice President of Leadership Promotions, Carlsbad, CaliforniaLed all PGA Golf tour promotions domestically and internationally. Worked directly with PGA Golf Tour players, providing direction and guidance regarding specific club selection and proper swing application and proficiency. Responsible for executing marketing strategies and initiatives to build brand and product awareness. • Responsible for a business portfolio of products of $250 million yearly.• Developed innovative and creative programs that drove Titleist brands sales performance.• Directly responsible for improving the sales of the “975D” Driver to the #1 status on the PGA Golf Tour.• Developed solid business relationships with players, sports agents, coaches, media and tour representatives. • Created and managed the Tour department coordinating national and international brand promotions. • Orchestrated the design and implementation of the first Titleist Tour Van to promote and attract consumer appeal.• Coordinated international tour promotions for the Japanese market from 2000 to 2006.• Instrumental in the research and design of PGA Golf Tour products for players.• Designed new staff golf bag for PGA Golf Tour players, and selected as primary bag for retail stores. • Featured interviews on ESPN, NBC, ABC, and CBS Sports, regarding golf industry related developments.• Worked with sports athletes, agency management and intercollegiate affiliations to improve brand performance.• Managed a team of four PGA Golf Tour representatives.• Identified intercollegiate talent to develop and foster long-term usage of Titleist brand portfolio. Show less

Responsible for managing TaylorMade tour promotions. Supervised a team of nine, coordinating all major tour promotions nationwide. Worked with PGA golf tour players weekly providing equipment needs tailored to each players specifications.PGA Tour Representative for entire Taylormade equipment line. •Managed a staff of nine employees. Responsible for the orchestration of all tour promotions.•Worked closely with PGA tour players providing specified equipment to support and… Show more Responsible for managing TaylorMade tour promotions. Supervised a team of nine, coordinating all major tour promotions nationwide. Worked with PGA golf tour players weekly providing equipment needs tailored to each players specifications.PGA Tour Representative for entire Taylormade equipment line. •Managed a staff of nine employees. Responsible for the orchestration of all tour promotions.•Worked closely with PGA tour players providing specified equipment to support and ensure successful player performance.•Provided balls, gloves, apparel, footwear, shafts and accessories as specified by each athlete.•Directed and coordinated the building of player equipment for all major tours worldwide.•Accountable for customer satisfaction and providing high quality service. Responsible for keeping commitments and resolving issues promptly. Show less

Recruited for the promotion, launch and tour representation of a new line of golf equipment.•Provided direct service to PGA tour players as the primary equipment representative.•Developed brand recognition and player endorsement.•Managed the tour van during the first year of operation.

TAYLORMADE GOLF INCORPORATED, 1989 - 1992The second largest manufacturer of golf clubs in the United States. A pioneer in the world of golf, TaylorMade designs and offers a full line of golf clubs and golf accessories. European Golf Tour Representative, Basingstoke, Great BritainResponsible for the coordination and implementation of all promotions and support services for the European Golf Tour. Managed the design and construction of TaylorMade products for all tour… Show more TAYLORMADE GOLF INCORPORATED, 1989 - 1992The second largest manufacturer of golf clubs in the United States. A pioneer in the world of golf, TaylorMade designs and offers a full line of golf clubs and golf accessories. European Golf Tour Representative, Basingstoke, Great BritainResponsible for the coordination and implementation of all promotions and support services for the European Golf Tour. Managed the design and construction of TaylorMade products for all tour players.• Created and nurtured the European Golf Tour for TaylorMade.• Coordinated the custom assembly and delivery of TaylorMade product needs.• Elevated the TaylorMade Driver to the #1 ranked driver in Europe.• Managed 30 full time staff players with an average of 70 TaylorMade golf drivers used per week. Show less