Extensive sales production, business development and professional services management within the service industry. Provide career management, marketing and consulting services to mid to senior level executives in search of securing long term career objectives. Furnish professional assessment of functional skills to match opportunities within a geographic market. Assist clients with research on targeted industries and specific companies including management contacts. Coach executives on techniques to increase market exposure and visibility. Train clients in interviewing and negotiation skills and closely monitor clients’ progress and advancement.

Promoted through the ranks for Fortune 1000 retail leader to manage 17 direct reports and 300+ employees. Responsibilities in all positions included:Sales Management / Business Development. Responsible for general management for a full line department store exceeding $30M in sales. Planned and targeted growth areas, merchandise mix, vendor assortments and space allocation, consistently returning revenue and profitability increases.• Increased sales by 4.0M (+30%) over a 2-year period• Achieved #1 ranking in sales vs. plan out of 53 stores.Operations. Successfully launched new store openings and executed major remodels for store operations ranging between $17M and $70M in sales revenue. Supervised store management and staff in sales, operations, visual presentation, merchandising, inventory control and customer service.• Awarded CEO cup for customer service.Training. Recognized for in-depth performance analysis and motivational training initiatives for management and employee development. Demonstrated individual benefits, obtained “buy-in”, and developed plans for improvement with quantitative, measurable results.• Consistently improved productivity and enhanced overall professional skills.