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Grand Appliance and TVSales
Nov. 2024Greater Chicago AreaResidential and Commerical sales. I work with management companies, home builders, homeowners and anyone else needing appliances, electronics and SOOO much more. Check out the website for ideas. Call or message me anytime!! https://www.grandappliance.com
Renewal by AndersenDirect Marketing Manager
Jun. 2023 - Oct. 2024Chicago, Illinois, United States● I was hired to rebuild the entire team post-Covid shut down.
● Led a team of 17 Direct Marketing associates- held the highest KPI’s across the company. ● Took the business from below $100,000 in yearly sales to $10,000,000, in under a year
● Created a training program to assist in the quick hire-to-field success. This process once implemented, cut down time to production by half.
● P & L and GL responsibility
● Trained many other managers across the company
● Many of my strategies and processes were implemented company wide.
Rollins, Inc.District Manager
May. 2019 - Apr. 2023Greater Chicago Area● Lead a team of 45 salespeople, technicians, and outside vendors across 4 states in the pest and wildlife industry
● Managed fleet vehicles, purchasing, personnel management, growth, business partnerships, and profitability
● Grew profitability and overall regional growth by 400% in less than a year by cultivating partnerships and building successful teams
● Oversaw team’s production of $50k during my first month (200% increase); increased current average monthly production to $400k. ● Grew the business from $300,000 when first hired, to over $5,000,000 before my leaving. ● Spearheaded the acquisition of a rival business by managing the process of purchase, negotiating, onboarding employees, and utilizing their existing client base to grow both businesses
Farmers InsuranceAgency Owner
Mar. 2018 - May. 2019Franklin Park, Illinois• Supported over 250 client accounts; successfully retained 88% of clients following retirement of previous agency owner
• Generated $40k in new premium; met and exceeded client expectations by maintaining communication and saving them money
• Acquired customers by prospecting, scheduling in-person meetings, conducting door-to-door sales, and attending sponsored events
• Developed personalized plans to mitigate client risk and plan for future needs
Memorial VIPBusiness Owner
Jan. 2017 - Feb. 2018Greater Chicago Area• Coordinated with founding partners to create a marketplace for end-of-life products and services
• Directed planning process for selling the product and hired technology lead to build the marketplace
• Brokered two deals with partners and companies to sell their products and services
• Handled all aspects of online business: marketing, website development, analytics, and ongoing website updates and fixes
Adams Foam and RubberVice President of Outside Sales
Feb. 2015 - Dec. 2016Chicago, IL• Conducted all aspects of sales: business development, marketing, and setting the tone for future business
• Expanded business and grew all major accounts by 30% year over year by acquiring large accounts and growing current accounts
• Finalized projects and closed deals by serving as planner, salesperson, and customer service to satisfy the customer’s needs
• Collaborated with company owners and leadership on future planning for new expansion moving forward
Self EmployedPrivate Investor
Jan. 2015Greater Chicago AreaAs a business broker, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) specialist, or private equity investor, I engage in the buying and selling of businesses. With over a decade of experience merging and selling businesses, I would be a great resource for your business in a potential sale or day-to-day operational assistance.
Castle Insurance HoldingsChief Operating Officer
Sep. 2010 - Feb. 2015Northbrook, IL• Provided oversight for management in service of the organizational mission; implemented goals and clear path to achievement
• Identified company’s strengths in lead generation and deal consummation in partnership with Accquote
• Acquired $2M in investments after interfacing with upper management to devise and execute company business plan
• Strategized and implemented comprehensive strategy to enhance web presence; structured marketing budget and proposed terms of revenue sharing
Lawson for LawndaleCampaign Manager
Feb. 2010 - Jul. 2010Chicago, IL• Marshaled fundraising, cultivated new donor bases, and wrote speeches • Raised $45,000 in campaign donations and authored speeches that were featured at local public events and other media appearances
• Defined and improved candidate’s profile in new demographic areas while maintaining ties to existing constituencies to connect the candidate to all potential voters
• Coordinated candidate’s grassroots organization and directed the activity of five volunteers
• Interfaced with AFL-CIO and Service Employees International Union, small businesses to raise campaign funds and to connect the local constituents with local business ownership
• Facilitated relationship building between candidate and incumbent local and state politicians
• Liaised with both the candidate, supporters, and party stakeholders to maximize input efforts and bolster chances of victory
• Delegated duties for proper campaign functioning
Citizens for Jesse WhiteCampaign Coordinator
Sep. 2008 - Jan. 2010Chicago, IL• Cultivated political contacts and networked with representatives of unions and other organizations, which led to $200,000 in campaign funds raised from unions, local businesses, churches, and various private donors
• Successfully managed a campaign budget of $1,000,000 and gained grounded experience
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