Arin Akopian E-Mail:
abgxty@r.postjobfree.com
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Tek-Agility.com
Sole Owner
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Develop a Franchisable business model for Audio/Video/Technology
Integration company void
. Implementing cutting edge IP based devices for enhancement of client
conference rooms
. Custom integrate technology products to enhance the lifestyle of
clients home experience
. Strengthen business community knowledge (specifically electricians for
recruitment)
Real Computer Solutions, Inc.
Owner/Partner
Gaithersburg, MD 20886
12/2007-06/2010
Small business ownership of I.T. services company in a highly competitive
geographic area
. Utilizing boot strap financing, business development skills, project
management abilities to develop a business model which achieved 250k
revenue by end of 2nd full fiscal year
. Day to day operation of small business such as accounting, customer
service, sales, service, vendor development, marketing, and other
duties as required by two person operation.
. Conducted all field sales both residential and commercial with
utilizing account relationship skills that resulted in stronger
forecasting of monthly base revenue
. Developed technology process catered to new and existing business
transitioning to cloud computing services.
. Provide both proactive and reactive tier 1 and 2 technical support to
server and desktop clients
Robert Half Int., Inc. & Verus Staffing
Recruiting Manager
Washington, D.C. 20004
03/2007-11/2007
Results oriented employee with finely honed communication and people skills
that quickly inspires the trust and confidence of others.
. Establish interviews with decision makers to define competencies for
specific (full-time) roles
. Interview, train candidates, pre-qualify, negotiate offers, and close
hires
. Prescreen candidates with detailed phone screens. Perform reference
checks and resume reformats
Mclean General Agency / John Hancock Financial Network
Agent
Mclean, VA 22102
08/2006-03/2007
Agent for John Hancock Financial Network providing counseling and
investment products
. Contact potential clients and set appointments through extensive
cold calling and networking
. Assess current coverage and recommend products; follow up with
contacts to build sales
. Negotiate terms, review contracts and close new business
U.M.B.C.
Student
Baltimore, MD 21250
09/2003-07/2006
International Research & Exchanges Board
Program Associate
Washington, D.C. 20006
Paid Intern 2003
Working with senior program officers to attain the strategic priorities of
USAID program countries
. Assist in tracking budgets, handling various expense report duties
. Create wire request or check requests for program countries (Kosovo
& Serbia)
. Tracking and preparation of sub-grants
. Application and Verification of visa status of employees through
embassy communication
Montgomery College
Student
Rockville, MD 20850
01/2002-05/2003
Axent/Symantec Corporation
Inside Sales
Rockville, MD 20850
08/1999-01/2002
A unique blend of business experience with outstanding record of sound
business judgment and success
. Exceeded annual sales quota by 147% (2000), 65% (2001) while
achieving quarterly quotas
. Lead project manager working with I.T. department to reconstruct,
and beta test new CRM software (Clarify 8.0) for integration with 4
different archaic databases.
. Utilized strong organizational and communication skills to assist
customer, reseller, and channel management in various "User
Software Licensing Agreements"
. Responsible for performing basic accounting skills to generate co-
terminus quotations, in addition to providing detailed monthly
forecast reports directly to department director
. Resolve client escalations in a responsive and expeditious manner
. Presidents Club Award Winner
Education: B.S. Financial Economics (2011)
Associate of Arts in Business (2003)
Relevant: Fluent Armenian and intermediate French
NASD Series 6, MD Life & Health, MCSE course, MS
Office Suite, CRM databases