Sales Manager

Ms. Denny Dalton

***** *. ******* ***** *****, Tucson, Arizona 85739

(H) 520-***-**** (C) 520-***-****

*****.******@***.***

Qualifications

25+ years of experience and success in multiple business environments

including sales, management, finance, manufacturing, office

administration, marketing and customer service. Experienced,

responsible contributions to business development in computer

manufacturing, advertising, golf industry, design, manufacture & supply

of specialty products. Strengths include common sense approach to

business and progressive growth in computer skills & technology.

Skills Summary

Efficient & Sensible Office Management Style

Aptitude in Communicating Effectively both Verbally & Written

Effective Coaching Manner

Intelligent Approach on Design & Implementation of Policy & Procedures

Realistic Time Management Capacity

Rational Problem Solving Ability

Initiative

Competent Computer Use, Knowledge & Experience

Experience Detail

Product Sales Manager

1/2010 - Present

Explorer Marketplace, Tucson, AZ

I managed the overall development, design and sales activities

required to launch of a monthly, direct mail, magazine-format

advertising publication in North Tucson area with subsequent growth

plans to include additional Tucson Metro areas. I helped build a

client base, developed the processes and procedures, and implemented

the use of a systems database to successfully introduce the first

issue in May 2010. We remain on target to grow the advertiser base

and expand distribution into additional areas of Tucson by the end of

the year as planned.

Tucson Sales Manager

1/2007 - 12/2009

Saguaro Gold Magazine, Phoenix & Tucson

Successfully provided direction, instruction, advice and support for

day to day sales operations as needed to produce an established direct

mail publication to Tucson consumers. I effectively maintained sales

activity level in spite of a down economy by introducing creative

programs for advertisers that fell within acceptable profit margins

for the company. I applied practical common sense and was able to

cut operational costs in Tucson office to help with the overall bottom

line.

PGA Teaching Golf Professional, Golf Shop Mgr, Tournament Director

5/2003 - 12/2006

The Golf Club of California, Fallbrook California

I enthusiastically implemented the start up of Golf Operations at this

new private golf club. Given the task of generating golf shop sales

at a profitable level, I enjoyed the challenge of the initial

purchasing of supplies and products. I developed processes and

procedures for operating tournaments at a profit keeping in mind the

enjoyment of members. I created computer systems to track inventory,

sales, and tournament business. Initiated junior golf camps as well

as developed golf lessons for members. I was senior member of

management staff responsible for all golf operation budgeting,

implementation and accountability.

Retail Golf Shop Manager

6/2001 - 5/2003

Encinitas Golf Shop, Encinitas, California

Temecula Valley Golf Shop, Temecula, California

Using organizational skills developed over the years, I engaged in the

day to day management operation for golf shop including purchasing,

sales register reporting, merchandising and scheduling according to

annual budget expectations.

Church Trustee, Secretary

6/1994 - 10/2001

St. Paul's Lutheran Church, La Jolla, California

First female to have responsibility as Trustee for property and

building management in the history of this church that included

structuring procedures to effectively maintain church property within

the annual budget. Volunteer Position

Owner, Designer 3 /1988

- 9/1994

The Canvas Corner, Irvine, California

Using only a conceptual idea in my head, saved this company from

bankruptcy and became the owner. As a 3 employee company and needing

to be well organized and thrifty, I was the sales rep, the designer,

the production lead and handled all business operations. I profitably

sold business to larger company.

U.S. Financial Sales Controller

1984 - 1988

ICL Int'l, Toshiba Computers, Irvine, California

Newly created position responsible for Sales Administration and

reporting with P&L responsibilities. Implemented processes and

procedures to streamline operations and cut costs.

Inside Int'l Sales Manger, Mfg. Coordinator, Marketing Team

1979 - 1984

Plessey Peripheral Systems, Irvine, California

Carefully set up import and export procedures for shipments to China.

Liaison between mfg. Production, sales and finance to efficiently

comply with export laws. Successfully applied for and received in

excess of 20 export licenses with the Department of Defense.

Certifications

Member PGA of America, Since 2004

Member Merchandiser of America, 2004

Arizona Insurance Certification, 2006

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