Experience

IronConnect

• United States
• Wholesale Machinery
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director Of Business Development

  • May 2022 - Present

  IronConnect is a private dealer-to-dealer network designed to bring together individuals in the equipment industry from all over North America on a single platform to help source and sell equipment and parts. The IronConnect network lets you expand your reach to all dealers, regardless of your brand affiliation.



DR Parts

• United States
• Mining

• Founder and CEO

  • Apr 2020 - Present

  United States DR Parts LLC is the number one connection in the heavy equipment components and parts sector between Southern Africa and North America. • We specialize in supplying top quality used and surplus new components, parts, and equipment at discounted prices. • We know the needs of the heavy equipment industry and understand how to capitalize on fluctuating exchange rates to keep international purchase costs as low as possible. • We have expertise in logistics and import/export, which… Show more DR Parts LLC is the number one connection in the heavy equipment components and parts sector between Southern Africa and North America. • We specialize in supplying top quality used and surplus new components, parts, and equipment at discounted prices. • We know the needs of the heavy equipment industry and understand how to capitalize on fluctuating exchange rates to keep international purchase costs as low as possible. • We have expertise in logistics and import/export, which allows us to minimize lead times while maximizing savings and profits. • We can source all major components and parts for Caterpillar, Komatsu, Liebherr, and all other major manufacturers. Show less



BTL Industries

• United Kingdom
• Medical Device
• 700 & Above Employee

• Territory Sales Manager

  • Jan 2022 - May 2022

  Salt Lake City, Utah, United States



Bulu

• United States
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President of Sales

  • Jan 2021 - Jan 2022

  Lincoln, Nebraska, United States Bulu is an industry leading 3PL (Third Party Logistics) provider focused heavily on Fulfillment, Sourcing & Procurement, and Customer Service. With 10+ years of experience working with big brands like Disney, Clorox, and Buzzfeed - there is no job we can't handle! Bulu is the Subscription Box Champion and industry authority working with partners to Win. Win. Win. Find more at www.bulugroup.com or check out our CEO at www.pauljarrett.com. Questions about Subscription Boxes?… Show more Bulu is an industry leading 3PL (Third Party Logistics) provider focused heavily on Fulfillment, Sourcing & Procurement, and Customer Service. With 10+ years of experience working with big brands like Disney, Clorox, and Buzzfeed - there is no job we can't handle! Bulu is the Subscription Box Champion and industry authority working with partners to Win. Win. Win. Find more at www.bulugroup.com or check out our CEO at www.pauljarrett.com. Questions about Subscription Boxes? Holler... jake@bulugroup.com Interested in booking me to speak? www.hitupjake.com Show less



Sandhills East

• United Kingdom
• Technology, Information and Media
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Sales Manager EMEA

  • Oct 2019 - Mar 2020

  Manchester, United Kingdom / Johannesburg Area, South Africa Highlights: • Directed all EMEA sales teams, strategies, budgets, & operations. • Managed 40 sales reps across 8 sales teams throughout 8 countries. • Transformed overall sales strategy from print to digitally-based. • Reported directly to C-level executives. • Traveled between EMEA offices to meet with local sales teams. Notable Achievements: • Increased sales revenue by 56% Y/Y. • Directly Managed >$11,000,000 in annual customer revenue



Sandhills South Africa

• South Africa
• Book and Periodical Publishing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager

  • Jun 2018 - Oct 2019

  Johannesburg Area, South Africa Highlights: • Directed all African sales teams, strategies, budgets, & operations. • Implemented digital sales strategies to increase sales revenue. • Analyzed competitors to maximize market share. • Ensured international law compliance. • Recruited, trained, and supervised local South African employees and sales agents. Notable Achievements: • Increased sales revenue by 45% Y/Y. • Increased social media following from 2,000 to 135,000+.



Sandhills East

• United Kingdom
• Technology, Information and Media
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager

  • May 2017 - Jun 2018

  Manchester, United Kingdom Highlights: • Directed sales and expansion strategies. • Analyzed long term profitability opportunities to develop further growth strategies. • Managed and developed products, and local workforce. • Negotiated contracts with local South African vendors. • Recruited, trained and supervised South African contractors. • Traveled from the UK to South Africa monthly. Notable Achievements: • Successfully implemented culturally-cognizant GTM strategy (Africa). •… Show more Highlights: • Directed sales and expansion strategies. • Analyzed long term profitability opportunities to develop further growth strategies. • Managed and developed products, and local workforce. • Negotiated contracts with local South African vendors. • Recruited, trained and supervised South African contractors. • Traveled from the UK to South Africa monthly. Notable Achievements: • Successfully implemented culturally-cognizant GTM strategy (Africa). • Established new local company - Sandhills South Africa

• Business Development Expert

  • May 2016 - May 2017

  Manchester, United Kingdom Highlights: • Led sales in South Africa (New Market). • Identified key areas of new market to expedite product penetration. • Implemented a sales strategy that emphasizes both new business and customer retention • Adapted strategies to adjust to fluctuating exchange rates and cultural approaches to business • Traveled from the UK to South Africa monthly. Notable Achievement: • Directly Managed $650,000+ in annual revenue.

• New Market Product Expert

  • Oct 2014 - May 2016

  Manchester, United Kingdom Highlights: •Performance based promotion and relocation (Nebraska, USA to Manchester, UK) •Utilized expertise to establish products in growing and new markets •Traveled 100+ days per year throughout Europe, South Africa, and the Middle East •Emphasized distribution efficiency in marketing of products •Researched and analyzed industry related data to ensure products are accurate and up to date Achievement: • Established US domestic product in European Market.



Sandhills Global

• United States
• Software Development
• 700 & Above Employee

• Territory Manager

  • Dec 2013 - Oct 2014

  Lincoln, Nebraska Highlights: • Emphasized cultural adaptability to establish products in foreign markets. • Forecasted future distribution schemes for new markets - Australia, Europe, and South America. • Represented Sandhills at corporate events and met with corporate vendors. • Attended trade shows in the US and abroad to interact with potential customers. • Mentored and trained new employees to ensure efficiency throughout the marketing department. Notable Achievement: • Established… Show more Highlights: • Emphasized cultural adaptability to establish products in foreign markets. • Forecasted future distribution schemes for new markets - Australia, Europe, and South America. • Represented Sandhills at corporate events and met with corporate vendors. • Attended trade shows in the US and abroad to interact with potential customers. • Mentored and trained new employees to ensure efficiency throughout the marketing department. Notable Achievement: • Established US domestic product in Australian Market.

• Marketing Representative

  • Dec 2012 - Dec 2013

  Lincoln, Nebraska Area Highlights: • Prospected and visited location leads to setup marketing opportunities for publications • Traveled abroad to assist in establishing growth in international markets • Represented trade publications at tradeshows throughout the US and abroad • Maintained a positive attitude while emphasizing customer relationship management

• Marketing/Sales Intern

  • Dec 2011 - Dec 2012

  Lincoln, Nebraska •Utilize excellent customer service and knowledge of 12 publications •Communicate with bulk locations by phone to ensure customer satisfaction •Travel to region specific bulk locations to implement marketing strategies •Travel to on-site auctions for face to face customer interaction •Sell customer advertising options for TruckPaper magazine



University of Nebraska-Lincoln

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• College of Business Administration Marketing and Communications Student Ambassador

  • Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

  Lincoln, Nebraska Highlights: • Interviewed potential students for CBA website features • Created eye catching student features for the CBA website • Interacted with alumni and guests at CBA events • Developed Nebraska at Oxford documents for program recruitment



USDA

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Enumerator

  • Oct 2009 - Jan 2011

  Lincoln, Nebraska Highlights: • Completed cold calls to potential participants to promote surveys • Emphasized strong communication skills in communicating with participants • Demonstrated and maintain a positive attitude when participants do not • Interacted daily with supervisors to maintain efficiency



Madison Municipal Pool

• Manager

  • May 2009 - Sep 2010

  Madison, Nebraska Highlights: • Handled all human resources related activities • Created schedule and document all employee hours • Calculated, documented, and deposited all cash flow weekly • Ensured that all facilities meet state regulations • Interacted daily with customers to maintain a friendly secure atmosphere