Experience

Laserforce International

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• National Sales Manager

  • Sep 2015 - Present



Laserforce

• United Kingdom
• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales Manager

  • Sep 2015 - Present

  World’s longest serving laser tag company - www.laserforcetag.com Laserforce was established in 1987 and has since become a laser tag pioneer in terms of manufacturing and operations. Our first Laserforce center is still the world’s longest running site. And it is now a truly international product, with Laserforce sites operating around the world. Our decades of experience means that we can offer you a high-quality product that has well and truly stood the test of time. Contact me for details Show less



Creative Works, Inc.

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Creative Experience Broker

  • Sep 2013 - Sep 2015

  Creative Works, Inc. is a full-service prop builder and attractions provider to theme parks, museums, family entertainment centers, restaurants, tourist attractions, and other venues. For over a decade now, we have brought ideas to life with a talented team of designers, sculptors, craftsmen, and artisans, known throughout the industry as the "Theme Team", and are proud to have delivered the WOW Effect to a wide variety of destinations across the globe. Today our 33,000 square foot production facility, combined with our talented team enable us to handle any size project. Show less



Always Best Care of DuPage County

• Westmont, Illinois

• Community Liaison/Account Executive

  • Jun 2010 - Jan 2013

  For over 13 years, Always Best Care has been providing exceptional In-Home Care, Assisted Living Placement and trusted care. A passion for people and a conviction to care has made Always Best Care the leading health care service in the country. We are committed to giving our clients the opportunity to foster individuality and promote independence. •Key accomplishments: consistently in top 25 in franchise growth; experienced 100% growth in first year •Sales manager skilled at developing territory coaching sales reps to achieve peak performance •Broke into new saturated marketplace establishing regional contracts resulting in increased revenue •Source vendor relations to ensure product availability and reduce overhead costs of materials •Create strategic sales campaign spotlighting 6 key areas of service •Recognize marketing opportunities by identifying consumer requirements, defining the market, competitor's share and competitor's strengths and weaknesses and forecasting projected business •Hold an 80% average conversion rate through successful sales and consulting tactics •Created, implement, enforce and update employee handbook and company policies and procedures •Observe, evaluate and prepare reports with recommendations for structuring the company •Initiate, coordinate and integrate product offerings that enhanced revenue •Use problem-solving skills under emotionally charged situations, remaining calm and salvaging clients •Established, monitor and maintain yearly budget allowing for staff growth and marketing dollars •Conduct need assessments with potential referral sources creating a call for action and increased revenue Show less



Hamilton

• United States
• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Account Executive

  • Mar 2003 - Jun 2010

  Account Executive | Manager of Portable Exhibit Division, 2008 – 2010 •Increased customer base using a multi-faceted sales approach through networking, cold calling, appointment setting, cold calling, tradeshows, referrals and presentations •Sustained rapport with key accounts with strong relationship management •Exhibited versatility in all facets of the sales cycle including pre-sales planning, marketing, account management, and post-sales support •B2B/Inside sales with a 70% conversion rate average on sales managing 100+ accounts •Trained field personnel in all areas of product inventory, client relations, and business ethics •Accomplished management objectives by training, coaching and disciplining employees, communicating job expectations and enforcing policies and procedures . •Negotiated vendor contracts resulting in favorable pricing •Key accomplishment: managed in-house promotional events from inception to completion, gaining local brand awareness, strengthening relationships and increasing referrals Show less



The Set Up & Company

• Indianapolis, Indiana

• Account Executive

  • Nov 1996 - Mar 2003

  The Set Up & Company, Indianapolis, IN Account Executive • Key accomplishments: Emmy winner for best set design; sold and managed Fortune 500 interior projects; first to take company over $1M in sales • Worked in collaboration with general contractors, architects and design firms to coordinate projects from prospecting to material selection to final walk through • Review blueprints, assist with selection sheets in coordination with blueprints • Achieved customer loyalty with key accounts with constant contact; exploring specific needs; anticipating new opportunities • Excellent customer relationship management from inception to collection • Punctual in meeting deadlines and known to go the “extra mile” for customers and colleagues • Estimated material requirements and costs, and presented design to client for approval • Conferred with client to determine factors affecting planning interior environments, such as budget, and architectural preferences • Subcontracted fabrication, installation, and arrangement of carpeting, accessories, paint and wall coverings, art work, furniture, and related items • Ensured code compliance (commercial grade) of all fabrics and finishes; and delivered final design boards Show less