Erin Gilliam

Founder/Broker at Power of Pluck
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Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, US
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PAUL BOWES

I have know Erin professionally for many years, she is Professional, Organized and most of all has a high octane level of enthusiasm for driving her business and sales goals. She has demonstrated the ability to take a start up and make it successful, adapting her strategies to meet the needs of the customer and the demands of the industry. She is self affacing and genuine, with the ability to engage the customer to drive sales and maintain solid relationships with people at al levels of the organisation. Her drive rubs off on all those around her, which would make a valuable asset to any organization.

Allison Anfinson

Erin trained me at Guardian Security where she was the top outside sales rep. She was a results driven leader with a proven track record. I have implemented many of the best practices she taught me in my daily sales activities. Erin does a good job of reading people and adjsuting her sales process to match. She has the proffessional accumen to present to c-level executives with confidence. Erin also taught me not to be afraid of objections, She will ask the difficult questions that are necessary in solution-based selling. The overall value she places on her client relationship is why she is so successful. I have seen her engage with her direct management to mitigate issues with a concise action plan. If you are lucky enough to work with Erin on any level you will get to encounter her rare and powerful influence. My goal everyday is to try to emulate her positivity and her willingness to perservere, despite any obstacles I may face. She showed me that the connections and relationships we make are what separates us from everything else.

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Credentials

  • Course 210 - Analyzing and Recasting Financial Statements
    IBBA - International Business Brokers Association
    Apr, 2022
    - Sep, 2024
  • Course 220 Introduction to Pricing Small Businesses
    IBBA - International Business Brokers Association
    Apr, 2022
    - Sep, 2024
  • Inbound Certification
    HubSpot
    Dec, 2015
    - Sep, 2024
  • Series 7, 6 and 66 license (expired)
    Waddell & Reed

Experience

    • United States
    • Consumer Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Founder/Broker
      • Jun 2021 - Present

      Pluck is a full service business broker and consulting firm that specializes in helping individuals to successfully navigate the process of buying or selling a business. From main street to middle market - our team of seasoned professionals has the prowess to facilitate the process of turning your entrepreneurial, or business exit goals into reality. You bring the Pluck, we'll bring the solutions- because whether buying, growing, or selling a business- we've been in your shoes. Pluck is a full service business broker and consulting firm that specializes in helping individuals to successfully navigate the process of buying or selling a business. From main street to middle market - our team of seasoned professionals has the prowess to facilitate the process of turning your entrepreneurial, or business exit goals into reality. You bring the Pluck, we'll bring the solutions- because whether buying, growing, or selling a business- we've been in your shoes.

    • Consultant
      • Aug 2021 - Present

    • Consultant
      • Aug 2021 - Feb 2022

    • United States
    • Facilities Services
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • CEO/Owner
      • Sep 2016 - Sep 2021

      Started, grew, and successfully sold a Miracle Method Surface Refinishing Franchise in just under five years and had a blast doing it! We received many awards and accolades for our quick growth along the way, but nothing compares to the innate sense of accomplishment and pride in taking on an entrepreneurial challenge and succeeding in growing and selling. If you are considering buying or selling your business, I would love to hear from you because one thing my success led me to- is an absolute passion for helping others find the rewards of entrepreneurial success. "SLC Best of the Best- Remodeler Category" 2021"Franchise Rock Stars Award" 2019- by Franchise Business Review"Most Improved Franchise of the Year" 2018 - 76% increase in revenue YOYRookie Franchise of the year 2017 * Highest level of production for 1st year franchiseGold Level Production Award 2019, 2020 and 2021 #peoplefirst #entreprenuership #businesssuccess #risksrewarded Show less

    • Director of Marketing- Miracle Method Corporate Headquarters
      • Sep 2015 - Jan 2018

      Developed and Implemented national and local Marketing Plan Initiatives and Strategies to assist franchise owners in successfully growing their businesses. Marketing and Advertising Support to 135 Franchisees including: Ad plan developmentDigital Marketing ManagementDevelop and maintain effective print, digital, radio, TV and promotional advertisingEnsure advertising complianceCollaborate and implement effective branding, awareness and direct response campaignsManage vendor relationships: Media Buyers, PR firms, PPC providers, print and web development partnersManage marketing team & strategies to ensure successful implementation Assess ROI on marketing initiatives to ensure effectiveness of marketing platformsSocial Media Strategy and PlanningWebsite planning and development Implementation of Inbound Marketing StrategiesAlign Sales and Marketing CommunicationBudget Responsibility and Planning Show less

    • United States
    • Construction
    • Business Development Manager- Marketing/Sales Manager and Owner
      • Aug 2006 - Jun 2015

      Pirtek Kent provides 24/7 on-site hydraulic hose repair, hose and fitting supply and complete fluid power solutions. Serving a variety of industries including marine, military, manufacturing, construction, waste/recycling, transportation and many more. I led a team of 10-12 team members in sales and business development while managing and leading our organizations marketing, growth, profitability, strategy, operations and vision. Successfully sold the business in May of 2015. A proven leader in our industry due to excellence in customer service, quality products, ability to minimize costly downtime and providing a lean business solution to assembly and fluid power requirements. Show less

    • United States
    • Security and Investigations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Business Development/ Sales and Marketing
      • Nov 2009 - Dec 2013

      Specializing in commercial and multi-residential fire alarm Confidence Testing and AES Intellinet Radio Monitoring. Developed marketing and sales materials, print and online for AES Sales and Fire Confidence Testing. Managed account acquisition from marketing, initial contact, contract closure, project management and ongoing customer support. Arranged marketing presentations to large groups and prospective client organizations. Specializing in commercial and multi-residential fire alarm Confidence Testing and AES Intellinet Radio Monitoring. Developed marketing and sales materials, print and online for AES Sales and Fire Confidence Testing. Managed account acquisition from marketing, initial contact, contract closure, project management and ongoing customer support. Arranged marketing presentations to large groups and prospective client organizations.

    • United States
    • Financial Services
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Financial Planner-Licensed Stock Broker
      • Sep 2005 - Jul 2006

      Licensed Financial Advisor assited clients with determining financial goals and creating a road map for meeting them. Licensed Financial Advisor assited clients with determining financial goals and creating a road map for meeting them.

    • Statistical Research Analyst
      • Feb 2003 - Jul 2005

      Created, designed and implemented statistical research methodology. Analyzed statistical results, created reports on collected data and presented results to clients. Worked with fortune 500 companies, political organizations and municipalities. Utilized SPSS- Statistical Package for the Social Sciences Created, designed and implemented statistical research methodology. Analyzed statistical results, created reports on collected data and presented results to clients. Worked with fortune 500 companies, political organizations and municipalities. Utilized SPSS- Statistical Package for the Social Sciences

Education

  • Colorado Mesa University
    Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Marketing, Management & Finance
    1998 - 2003
  • Palisade High School
    Valedictorian
    1994 - 1998

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