Rick Markell
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David Lopes
I worked with Rick Markell at Gingko press for 18 years. Rick was instrumental in the success of the business from day one. After a decade in trade, international and special sales, Rick was promoted Vice President of Sales and Marketing in 2010. One could not ask for a better colleague to fill this role. From special markets initiatives to general trade sales, Rick’s achievements in meeting and exceeding revenue goals in his titular capacity are monumental. Rick’s ability to solve problems quickly and accurately under pressure will be an incredible asset to any organization. Rick’s official title tells only half the story however, as I relied heavily on his creative input in my role as Editor and Publisher. Whether it was consultation regarding design or packaging choices for original in-house publications or Rick’s finely-honed intuition for acquiring licensed titles, I always solicited his opinion. In recent years, I acquired two of the recent Gingko Press bestsellers upon Rick’s recommendation.
David Lopes
I worked with Rick Markell at Gingko press for 18 years. Rick was instrumental in the success of the business from day one. After a decade in trade, international and special sales, Rick was promoted Vice President of Sales and Marketing in 2010. One could not ask for a better colleague to fill this role. From special markets initiatives to general trade sales, Rick’s achievements in meeting and exceeding revenue goals in his titular capacity are monumental. Rick’s ability to solve problems quickly and accurately under pressure will be an incredible asset to any organization. Rick’s official title tells only half the story however, as I relied heavily on his creative input in my role as Editor and Publisher. Whether it was consultation regarding design or packaging choices for original in-house publications or Rick’s finely-honed intuition for acquiring licensed titles, I always solicited his opinion. In recent years, I acquired two of the recent Gingko Press bestsellers upon Rick’s recommendation.
David Lopes
I worked with Rick Markell at Gingko press for 18 years. Rick was instrumental in the success of the business from day one. After a decade in trade, international and special sales, Rick was promoted Vice President of Sales and Marketing in 2010. One could not ask for a better colleague to fill this role. From special markets initiatives to general trade sales, Rick’s achievements in meeting and exceeding revenue goals in his titular capacity are monumental. Rick’s ability to solve problems quickly and accurately under pressure will be an incredible asset to any organization. Rick’s official title tells only half the story however, as I relied heavily on his creative input in my role as Editor and Publisher. Whether it was consultation regarding design or packaging choices for original in-house publications or Rick’s finely-honed intuition for acquiring licensed titles, I always solicited his opinion. In recent years, I acquired two of the recent Gingko Press bestsellers upon Rick’s recommendation.
David Lopes
I worked with Rick Markell at Gingko press for 18 years. Rick was instrumental in the success of the business from day one. After a decade in trade, international and special sales, Rick was promoted Vice President of Sales and Marketing in 2010. One could not ask for a better colleague to fill this role. From special markets initiatives to general trade sales, Rick’s achievements in meeting and exceeding revenue goals in his titular capacity are monumental. Rick’s ability to solve problems quickly and accurately under pressure will be an incredible asset to any organization. Rick’s official title tells only half the story however, as I relied heavily on his creative input in my role as Editor and Publisher. Whether it was consultation regarding design or packaging choices for original in-house publications or Rick’s finely-honed intuition for acquiring licensed titles, I always solicited his opinion. In recent years, I acquired two of the recent Gingko Press bestsellers upon Rick’s recommendation.
Experience
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GINGKO PRESS, INCORPORATED
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Consultant, Head of Sales
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Jul 2019 - Present
Leading Gingko Press's sales mission through keen market investigation and direct sales representation to the book trade, gift and specialty markets, national accounts and international clients. Leading Gingko Press's sales mission through keen market investigation and direct sales representation to the book trade, gift and specialty markets, national accounts and international clients.
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Lost Paddle Books, IOBA
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Albany, CA
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Founder
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Oct 2018 - Present
I turned my lifelong passion for books and bookselling into a business specializing in rare and collectible genre books sold online and at book fairs. I turned my lifelong passion for books and bookselling into a business specializing in rare and collectible genre books sold online and at book fairs.
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Gingko Press, Inc
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Berkeley, CA
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Director of Sales and Marketing
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Jan 2010 - Sep 2018
Responsible for all domestic and international sales activities for innovative art, design and visual culture publisher through sales leadership, representation and marketing. Also extensively involved in new title/line acquisitions and product management for Gingko Press, Inc. and Gingko Press Gmbh. Responsible for all domestic and international sales activities for innovative art, design and visual culture publisher through sales leadership, representation and marketing. Also extensively involved in new title/line acquisitions and product management for Gingko Press, Inc. and Gingko Press Gmbh.
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Sales Manager
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Jan 2003 - Jan 2010
Oversaw all sales activities, managed and trained in-house sales force, developed consistent trade show presence and created seasonal sales and marketing materials.
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Sales Representative
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Jan 2000 - Jan 2003
In the field sales representation covering trade, gift, specialty and national accounts for approximately half of the United States and Canada. Increased sales through lead generation and new market penetration.
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Assistant Librarian
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1999 - 2000
Assisted in selection, preparation and circulation of library materials. Assisted in selection, preparation and circulation of library materials.
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Friends of the San Francisco Public Library
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United States
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Fundraising
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1 - 100 Employee
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Event Coordinator
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1998 - 1998
Helped facilitate annual fundraising dinner held at the Main Library which hosted authors and donors. Helped facilitate annual fundraising dinner held at the Main Library which hosted authors and donors.
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Oliver's Books
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San Anselmo, CA
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Co-Manager
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1993 - 1997
Managed day to day operations, trained and supervised staff, met with publisher representatives, arranged and hosted author events, appraised and purchased used/rare books and libraries and maintained mail order business. Managed day to day operations, trained and supervised staff, met with publisher representatives, arranged and hosted author events, appraised and purchased used/rare books and libraries and maintained mail order business.
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Education
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UC Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Anthropology
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