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Horizon Data Supplies South, was a partnership entered into by Innovative Data Connections Inc (IDC) and Horizon USA Data Supplies a domestic distributor based in Reno Nevada. Basically an extension of IDC the company continued to focus on growing an international account base. Additional growth was attained by establishing customer accounts with key distributors whom were also was importing and exporting. To improve costs and increase profits, on for high volume items sought out and purchased… Show more Horizon Data Supplies South, was a partnership entered into by Innovative Data Connections Inc (IDC) and Horizon USA Data Supplies a domestic distributor based in Reno Nevada. Basically an extension of IDC the company continued to focus on growing an international account base. Additional growth was attained by establishing customer accounts with key distributors whom were also was importing and exporting. To improve costs and increase profits, on for high volume items sought out and purchased from suppliers in other markets. Selected Achievements: The partnership brought in capital necessary to the growth of the company. New product lines were brought in and inventory significantly increased. In less than two years the company's annual sales doubled to 12 million. ___________________________________________________________________ Show less

Computer Ultra was a distributor of computer media and accessoriesLocated in Markham Ontario they stocked both brand name, tier 2 ( lesser known brands)tier 3( Chinese import) computer media and accessories.; Primary role was to increase sales of computer media and accessoriesBring on retail customers: Big ox retailers Walmart, Bestbuy, Staples etc and other retailers such Tiger Direct, Giant Tiger, Winners ( TJX Canada) etcWas successful increasing company sales of media… Show more Computer Ultra was a distributor of computer media and accessoriesLocated in Markham Ontario they stocked both brand name, tier 2 ( lesser known brands)tier 3( Chinese import) computer media and accessories.; Primary role was to increase sales of computer media and accessoriesBring on retail customers: Big ox retailers Walmart, Bestbuy, Staples etc and other retailers such Tiger Direct, Giant Tiger, Winners ( TJX Canada) etcWas successful increasing company sales of media (blank cdr & dvd) by 18% With previous experience at buying and negotiating I assisted with researchingnew lines. I set up and negotiated direct contracts with key brands in the market ( HP -CMC Magnetics Maxell, Kodak etc) resulting in some cases with improving costs 10-15% and improving flow of needed key sku's Show less

Located in Toronto Canada Amico Imaging Services was a distributor primarily selling imaging supplies (copier toner, laser toner and fax imaging cartridges

Expanded company's product line to include name brand media blank cdr and dvd and a full range of accessories for computers and printers. Expanded the channels in which the company conducted business to include computer dealers, VARS, office supplies dealers. Negotiated vendor pricing, oversaw purchasing & inventory control. Designed, maintained and updated dealer catalog. Assisted with the design of maintenance of web site. and assisted with hiring of inside sales team. Trained and… Show more Expanded company's product line to include name brand media blank cdr and dvd and a full range of accessories for computers and printers. Expanded the channels in which the company conducted business to include computer dealers, VARS, office supplies dealers. Negotiated vendor pricing, oversaw purchasing & inventory control. Designed, maintained and updated dealer catalog. Assisted with the design of maintenance of web site. and assisted with hiring of inside sales team. Trained and administered inside sales team. ___________________________________________________________________ Horizon Data Supplies South: Miami Florida; Computer supplies and accessories distributor offering printer supplies inkjet and laser both brand name and generic. Computer media cdr and dvd and full range of accessories. Show less

Owned and operated computer supplies & accessories distribution company focusing on sales into Latin America and other overseas markets. Selected Achievements: With less than $20,000 initial capital investment, selling and shipping worldwide, within 5 years grew the company to 6 employees, generating 6.5 million dollars in annual revenue. Was mentioned in Who's Who of American Businessmen

Daisytek Inc was one of America's largest computer products, peripherals and supplies distributors.; Implemented and put into motion an Exporting Division. Trained sales force in all aspects of international sales specific to overseas markets , assisted with product selection & cost negotiation. Made recommendations to enhance computer software to adapt to the needs of both the sales personnel and international customers. Made and implemented changes to warehouse shipping procedures to… Show more Daisytek Inc was one of America's largest computer products, peripherals and supplies distributors.; Implemented and put into motion an Exporting Division. Trained sales force in all aspects of international sales specific to overseas markets , assisted with product selection & cost negotiation. Made recommendations to enhance computer software to adapt to the needs of both the sales personnel and international customers. Made and implemented changes to warehouse shipping procedures to better facilitate shipments to overseas markets. Selected Achievement: Within one year increased monthly export sales from 200,000 to over 1 million ___________________________________________________________________ Show less

Deerfield Beach Fl Richard Young was one of first large computer supplies & accessories distributors. The company grew into a multi- million dollar distribution business and was eventually purchased by Corporate Express.; Oversaw domestic outside dealer sales team, Assisted with new product selection & cost negotiation. Training inside sales force, Provided product orientation. In 1982 became Director of Export Sales. * Trained export sales personnel Selected Achievement: By 1985, the… Show more Deerfield Beach Fl Richard Young was one of first large computer supplies & accessories distributors. The company grew into a multi- million dollar distribution business and was eventually purchased by Corporate Express.; Oversaw domestic outside dealer sales team, Assisted with new product selection & cost negotiation. Training inside sales force, Provided product orientation. In 1982 became Director of Export Sales. * Trained export sales personnel Selected Achievement: By 1985, the export division was shipping world generating 18 million in sales annually accounting for 20% of the company's total revenue. MiscellaneousThroughout my career there have been job I've had in other fields such as in advertising. I've sold printed T shirts and novelties and magazine ads. As a sales person I am very versatile adapting to any sales roles. I've also worked in call centers and trained and managed sales crews. Show less