Corporate Sales Manager

• Apr 2023 - Present

Flex Team Manager

• Sep 2020 - Nov 2022

Connections Team Manager

• Oct 2019 - Sep 2020

Sales Executive

• Apr 2017 - Oct 2019

Sales/Marketing Manager - Home Depot Interiors (HDI)

• Aug 2015 - Dec 2016

Recruiting, performance management, coaching and training 8-10 team members in a high performing sales culture. Measured and tracked to plan for HDI sales targets in 34 stores. In charge of building and maintaining relationships with store management, associates and lead generators to drive quality and sales sucess. Creates world class customer experience by ensuring that the sales team is accountable to customer feedback and by monitoring reports to ensure that customer’s projects are moving through the job process in an efficient and timely manner. Show less

Business Owner

• Sep 2013 - Dec 2016

Utilizing existing skills in strategic planning, contract negotiation, new business development, problem solving, Fund raising, marketing, brand development, design and remodeling I transformed an existing bakery into a fresh new cake shop and coffee cafe. Using strengths in creative thinking and problem solving daily to help get this start up running. Working through countless challenges while developing and learning new skills every day. • Developed strategic relationships and effective marketing strategies for successful market entry generating break even revenue within the first month of business • Created customer incentive programs and industry relationships to develop consistent flow of repeat business accounting for 20% of total weekly sales Show less

Principal

• May 2014 - Nov 2016

A compassion to serve others led me to develop my first LLC. Tycoon Logic Company, (TLC) was created to help others find success pursuing their passion. Consultations consisted of discussions with clients about working past complacency, thriving in their current roles, or starting a business. Provided assistance in developing business plans, goals and timelines, conducting market needs analyses, finding and developing the resources and support necessary to set and achieve their goals. •Grew network and customer base to 12 subscribing members, leading to 8 newly developed business plans, 4 new business ventures and 4 changes in career paths •Developed partnership to organize, plan and drive Art of Confections from dream phase through start up and into the growth stage of new business Show less

Sales Manager

• Jun 2011 - May 2014

As a Sales Manager I developed new business for Sears Home Improvements. I lead by example by goal setting, training and motivating a sales force in a one call close environment. Strategically create and implement improvement strategies for team members at different skill levels. Also responsible for maintaining performance, including monthly & quarterly targets. Ensure staffing levels are maintained, while tracking my teams performance,skills and close rates are at or above par. Responsible for providing training, coaching, guidance and expertise in all knowledgeable product categories to the sales project consultants primarily through in-office, one on one and classroom training while conducting field rides as necessary. Ensure company presentation and sales process is strictly followed and consistently delivered to members. Manage member engagement processes, including contacting member sales and non-sales follow up. Hire, retain and coach sales project consultants within their area of responsibility. Achievements: • Gained recognition through performance, receiving two promotions within my first year of service. • Reached top 5% of highest grossing sales nationwide within the first year of service. • Increased office performance from #54 company ranking to #31 within one quarter. Show less

Designer

• Jan 2008 - Sep 2010

Managed multiple large and complex interior environment projects at a time. Supported a sales staff of 6-8 with a monthly target of 1.5m in contract furniture business. Superior organization, time management and attention to detail ensured accurate specifications. Programed with client/end user/facilities managers and developed dynamic spaces to promote workplace efficiency. • Organized and implemented a common file storage process companywide on a national level. • Won multiple Government Contracts through the bid process resulting in about 1.6 Million dollars in annual revenue. • Lasted three national level lay-off tiers over two years with minimal experience as compared to my peers. Show less

Interior Designer

• Sep 2005 - Sep 2007

Increased showroom sales and profitability through In-home consultations. Create customized room designs, including fabrics, furniture, tables and accessory recommendations. Accurately complete order information, collect deposits and fees, keep orderly customer records, and research customer payments and deliveries. • Promoted from store sales to in home consultant position. • Increased most orders15-30% by offering complete solution • Maintained highest grossing sales volume while supporting other sales staff. Show less