Forward thinking, astute Sales VP and Client Development, Field Sales & Strategic Account Manager with an MBA and 20+ years success innovating strategies that generate rapid response in highly competitive markets. Track record of turning around underperforming operations, penetrating untapped markets and forging profitable, long-term client relationships. Pivotal resource for Citigroup, General Electric, TEC Specialty Products, Armstrong World Industries, Columbia Distributing, Russell Stover Candies and DAP Inc. Broad strengths in regional sales/growth/distribution strategies, $MM account acquisition, negotiations, problem resolution, team leadership and customer satisfaction. Well versed in Six Sigma, strategic planning, marketing promotions, business analysis and change management. Consistently recognized for outstanding contributions with awards at all levels and selection for executive programs, including the Citigroup Leadership Program, Quality Excellence Award & Citi Star Awards, General Electric Business Impact Award (5-time winner) and DAP Sales Leadership Program and National Sales Contest Winner.
• Big-picture-thinker with strong analysis, execution and evangelism skills; thrive in fast-paced, rapidly growing environments, readily adapting to evolving business challenges.
• Bring an uncompromising approach to customer satisfaction. Natural ability to build strong, trusting relationships with customers/clients.
• Charismatic, persuasive team builder, skilled at motivating teams to top sales performance through example, best practices, training and incentives/rewards.
• Tenacious problem solver who brings a high degree of energy, quality, integrity & mission to any enterprise.