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Old Lyme, Connecticut, United StatesNationality United States
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Eastern US Regional Sales Manager
Summit Resource International2018.11-Current(7 years)** Regional Manager for Cat Workwear & Accessories, Thorogood Workwear, and Ford Apparel & Merchandise **Responsible for managing 9 reps throughout the Eastern Region *Interviewing, hiring, and training of new agencies *Forecasting, sales budgets, major account planning, etc by territory**Full line presentations, marketing support, brand penetration on floor, eComm opportunities**Work with accounts on custom SMU’s, GWP’s, concept shops, and fixtures to increase sell-through**Responsible to create and manage promotions, Co Op’s, and other marketing programs**Heavy focus on gaining new accounts in region**Help manage programs with Cat socks and Cat Eyewear**Install Cat fixtures/concept shops/shops in shops/impact areas nationwideHouse Sales Repsentative
Summit Resource International2017.08-2018.11(a year)Representing Caterpillar Apparel, Accessories, and Eyewear. *Our apparel designs tend to be more technical, younger and for a more active consumer, with technologies coming from outdoor, ski, moto, etc… *We provide fixtures, banners, and other marketing material *Full line of PPE styles including FR, High-Vis, and both * Safety and Sun glassesIndependant Sales Representative
Summit Resource International2011.10-2017.08(6 years)Representing Caterpillar Apparel, Accessories, and Eyewear. *Our apparel designs tend to be more technical, younger and for a more active consumer, with technologies coming from outdoor, ski, moto, etc… *We provide fixtures, banners, and other marketing material *Full line of PPE styles including FR, High-Vis, and both * Safety and Sun glassesClub/Food & Beverage/ Sales Manager
New Haven Country Club2014.01-2017.08(4 years)Went back into operations to finish my Marketing degree. Great club!** Oversight of all Food and Beverage operations at the club, including staffing, costing, menu creation, implementation of standard operating procedures. ** Manage, train and mentor associates and Food & Beverage management.** Daily and monthly analysis of financial results. Responsible for scheduling and payroll for entire club; including events, dining room, pool, and golf coarse “shack”** Responsible for purchasing and cost control for the Food & Beverage division.** Responsible for sales and execution of events such as weddings, parties, meetings and conferences.Northeast Regional Sales Manager
National Steak and Poultry2012.09-2013.08(a year)As beef and poultry marination innovators since 1980, NSP has proved the popularity and profitability of their marinated, pre-portioned beef and poultry–both fully cooked and fresh frozen–at some of America’s best-known chains**Pioneering a new product line for Broad line distribution in the Northeast including hiring and training new broker partners, establishing new distributor relationships, and preforming presentations at large industrial and regional chain accounts**National chain account responsibility**Working closely with new product teams and R&D chefs to produce new protein solutions to meet their needs **Utilize SalesForce for account management, new product development, and pricing structuresNortheast Sales Manager
Holten Meat Co2009.11-2012.02(2 years)is a family owned business with a customer first focus. They are an industry leader and producer of high quality beef, veal, and pork food products. Their market spans from retail and institutional customers throughout North America and beyond. **Managed the New England, Upstate New York, Metro New York and Eastern Pennsylvania markets.**Worked directly with the Regional Sales Manager and Senior Vice President to develop sales strategies, broker incentive programs, marketing programs, and strategic partnerships. **Provided training, leadership, and support to a team of brokers. **Delivered presentations to distributors and large leverage operators.**Responsible for all budgeting, pricing, and forecasting for each market. **Created and carried out action plans for increased market share and profitability.**Conducted business reviews and developed marketing programs with distributors.**Negotiated 3 product conversions and 2 new line launches in FY 2011 - 2012.**Achieved 2nd highest profit per pound in company.K-12 Specialist/Sales and Marketing Manager
Venture Sales Group2007.07-2009.12(3 years)Venture Sales Group is a sales and marketing agency specializing in meeting the needs of todays foodservice customers and suppliers. Their Go to Market strategy has made them one of the top brokers in the region.**Responsible for the sale and marketing of over 40 manufacturers products, including Tyson Foods, Nestle Professional, Holten Meats, and Schwans.**Made quarterly sales calls to 20+ large leverage operators including universities and hospitals.**Coordinated all food shows, marketing meetings, product cuttings, new line presentations, manufacturer and DSR work withs, and distributor sales meetings.**K-12 and College/University specialist.Regional Territory Manager
Kettle Cuisine2004.01-2007.07(4 years)Since 1986, Kettle Cuisine has proudly served consistently high-quality, healthy soups to the foodservice, supermarket deli, and prepared food industries. **Exceeded budget for FY 2006 (16% growth on 2+ million dollar territory)**Managed a brokerage team - set goals and objectives, organized team meetings and sales events, and worked closely with reps on all major prospects.**Forecasted costs and set budgets for upcoming fiscal years.**Opened new distributors and landed new major accounts.**Lead tours of production facility and prepared PowerPoint presentations to educate sales teams and inform customers.Owner/Operator
Koffee?/Koffee too1998.01-2004.01(6 years)Independently owned and operated specialty coffee shop located on the grounds of Yale University. Serving the local New Haven community, students, and professors quality and innovative food and beverages for over 12 years. * Stepped away from day-to-day operations when I went to work for Kettle Cuisine in 2004.**Operated 2 profitable cafes and increased sales by over 65% in the first 5 years.**Supervised up to 40 employees, scheduled work hours, conducted performance reviews, resolved conflicts, provided motivation and training.**Performed frequent P&L and cost analysis. Used data to formulate strategies to successfully reduce costs, increase productivity, and boost profits.**Conducted extensive research of market and industry trends to introduce new products, services, and marketing techniques, which ultimately increased sales and boosted the bottom line.
Educational experience
Post University
Marketing bachelor of science (bs)Post University
Marketing associate of science (a.s.)University of Florida
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