SHELLEY M. BRUG
**** ********* ***** • Brookings, SD 57006 • 310-***-**** • abndnm@r.postjobfree.com
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
A dynamic and driven Sales Executive with a solid reputation in client relations, new
business development sports promotion and creative sales strategies. An executive that is
results-oriented with broadly diversified experience, and a consistent record of success
managing top-priority objectives. Verifiable achievements; exceeded sales goals by 20% and
received major citations for attaining the organization’s highest revenue and profit gains over
three years.
_ Talent for identifying customer needs and presenting appropriate company product and
service offerings.
_ Demonstrated ability to gain customer trust and provide exceptional follow-up, leading to
increased repeat and referral business.
_ Track record of assisting in the design and implementation of reporting procedures that
reduce labor costs and improve customer-satisfaction ratings.
_ Expertise in resolving escalated customer service issues.
_ Secured numerous company achievement awards for delivery of exceptional customer
service.
_ Proficient with Microsoft Office System (including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel,
Microsoft PowerPoint®, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Outlook®, and NBA software Arctics
and TeamNet).
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CAMPAIGNERS/DIRECTV -- (2008 to Present)
Regional Sales Manager (West Coast)
I am directly responsible for managing the success of 5 Territory Sales Managers in the
West Coast Region in one of the nation's top satellite television's organizations, DIRECTV.
Campaigners is committed to exceeding sales goals, while driving brand awareness through
delivering innovative, world-class solutions. We will succeed by strategically partnering with
internal and external clients, hiring and developing talent, and providing exceptional
customer service and value.
• Contribute to increase DIRECTV sales in Costco stores by assisting and
providing an aggressive training and sales plan.
• Successfully train 5 Territory Sales Managers to increase DIRECTV sales in their Region.
• Provide Territory Sales Managers with tools to increase service levels to outside
customers.
MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES AND LYNX – (2004 to 2008)
Ticket Sales Executive
Reporting to the VP of Business Operations, I was directly responsible for the success of 6
Sales Specialists in one of the nations foremost sports entertainment organizations.
Collaborate with the Marketing and Fan Relations Manager to create strategic plans to
enhance customer satisfaction.
Provided employees with tools to maintain and increase service levels to both internal and
external customers. Worked closely with other departments to promote sales contests, clarify
information, and distributed reports. Gathered, analyzed, and reported daily/weekly/monthly
sales and service statistics.
• Contributed to increasing in ticket sales by 20% by assisting in execution of aggressive
sales plans.
• Enhanced employee performance and attendance through daily mentoring, one-on-one
discussions and motivational strategies.
• Received outstanding positive comments from team members on employee reviews, as
well as exceptional feedback from senior management.
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MCM Sports Inc (2002 – 2004)
Sales Manager
Outstanding success with building and maintaining relationships with key corporate decision
makers, establishing large volume high profit accounts with excellent levels of retention and
loyalty.
• Exceptionally well organized with a track record that demonstrates self motivation,
creativity
and initiative to achieve both personal and corporate goals
• Provided creative guidance and superior service to customers.
Check Technology/Delphax Corporation (1998-2002)
Digitizing Services Manager
• Worked as the primary liaison between agency and customers to ensure impeccable
customer service
• Oversaw the day to day functions of check designs and pricing negotiation
• Participated in implementing new process, resulting in streamlined operations.
• Dramatically enhanced customer-satisfaction ratings by expediting all claims and ensuring
a high degree of accuracy.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
B.S. Physical Education, Minor in Athletics • St. Cloud State University – St. Cloud,
Minnesota
AWARDS AND HONORS
Minnesota Timberwolves Organization.
Sales Person of the Year 2003-2004
NBA WNBA Professional Basketball Organization
2nd in the League in Group Tickets Booked 2006
2nd in the League in Sales of Group Tickets 2006
1st in the league in Group sales sold 2007
3rd New Partial plans revenue 2007
3rd New Partial plans sold 2007