Experience

Birkey's Farm Store, Inc.

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Equipment Salesperson

  • 2020 - Present

  Market directly to farmers for an authorized Case IH equipment dealer in addition to used machinery from top manufacturers, including Kinze, Mcdon, Unverferth, J&M, and Geringhoff. Partner with product representatives to set up equipment demonstrations and analyze competitive comparisons necessary in closing deals. Assist in facilitating finance options for buyers and providing expertise on functionality, warranties, and service agreements. Recent sales accomplishments include: • Generated approximately $4million in revenue within the first year, exceeding targeted objectives by 100% in a challenging & competitive agricultural environment.



German-Bliss Equipment Inc.

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Agricultural Equipment Sales Consultant

  • 2019 - 2020

  Successfully market agriculture equipment and parts including Kubota and Gehl to farm management personnel. Perform direct outside sales, product demonstrations, and conduct accurate forecasting and business planning. Provide financing options, pre-approval of loans, and the initial set up of paperwork to facilitate the closing of purchases and leasing agreements. Current accomplishment includes:• Secured over $65,000 in total revenue in the first quarter exceeding targeted objectives to date. • Currently Secured over $700,000 in total revenue before Sept 1.



AVERY OUTDOORS, INC.

• United States
• Sporting Goods Manufacturing

• Seasonal Outside Sales and Marketing Associate-Midwest Region

  • 2010 - 2019

  Promoted an extensive line of waterfowl hunting products and apparel at participating large-scale retail outlets & local businesses, in addition to events. Conducted informative seminars at Cabela’s and Fleet Farm’s Green Bay trade show on new products and helpful tips on improving their hunt. Assisted with product promotion and placement to offer the most optimal point of display. Address any questions regarding the products and their services to customers.Sales accomplishments included:• Consistently sold $10,000 to $15,000 per trade show with an incremental increase of 15% annually.



Ag-Land FS, Inc.

• United States
• Farming
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Operator/Custom Applicator

  • 2014 - 2018

  Responsible for custom applications of chemicals, fertilizers, and NH3 to various farms throughout central Illinois. Provided outstanding customer service and educational technology support with growers, applicators, and farm management personnel. Distributed Monsanto and FS brand seed to growers facilitating orders on pallets and in properly stored warehouses. Performed crop scouting to assess and offer chemical recommendations. Responsible for custom applications of chemicals, fertilizers, and NH3 to various farms throughout central Illinois. Provided outstanding customer service and educational technology support with growers, applicators, and farm management personnel. Distributed Monsanto and FS brand seed to growers facilitating orders on pallets and in properly stored warehouses. Performed crop scouting to assess and offer chemical recommendations.



Akron Services

• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Precision Ag Sales Specialist

  • 2013 - 2014

  Marketed The Ag Leader® technology products including, down-force systems, row clutches, SMS data software, auto guidance, monitors, and the inCommand precision farming tool. Advised crop and agri-business managers on reducing fatigue to impact yield and profitability. Assisted with sales and distribution of Monsanto seed, and advanced varieties from Asgrow. Additional products included chemicals, fertilizers, and lime. Sales accomplishments included:• Taking an underperforming territory to a higher-level of annual revenue growth from $100,000 to over $400,000 within a year.



DeMaster Outdoors

• Owner/Operator

  • 2009 - 2013

  Oversaw finances, marketing, advertising, and sales for agribusiness, developing relationships with multiple farmers & producers throughout the Midwest. Specialized in wetland and waterfowl establishment and restoration and introduced the general public and children to the outdoors through events & tradeshows. Oversaw finances, marketing, advertising, and sales for agribusiness, developing relationships with multiple farmers & producers throughout the Midwest. Specialized in wetland and waterfowl establishment and restoration and introduced the general public and children to the outdoors through events & tradeshows.



Crown Power & Equipment

• Wholesale
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Precision Agriculture Intern

  • May 2010 - Aug 2010

  Assisted in the installation of new and used precision equipment and provided technical guidance support to surrounding growers. Networked with producers throughout Missouri for the sale of precision technology, guidance programs, and equipment.Composed a detailed state-wide map of all Crown’s producers and users of precision for dealers, salesmen, and technicians to use remotely.Assisted in new combine and planter setups for mechanical and precision technology and updated new software in multiple AFS operating systems. Adjusted combines and planters to different crops and coordinated with cellular-based RTK for installation and troubleshooting with producers.