Sales Manager

David Elan

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Tarzana, CA ****6

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

Phone: 818-***-****

Cell: 818-***-****

Career Objective: To join a dynamic company that utilizes my expertise in

operations, sales and marketing management.

Executive Vice President April 2006-present

E.L. Erman Cosmetic Manufacturing, Israel

Developed and established an account with Sally

Hansen cosmetics. Successfully negotiated a

a manufacturing and licensing agreement with Kathy

Ireland to develop and market a new skin care line.

Introduced and managing products for known brands.

In contact for potential manufacturing for Estee Lauder, Tigi,

Bath and Bodyworks, Victoria's Secret, Aveda, and Origins.

Senior Vice President 1995-2006

Chase-Durer LTD, Beverly Hills, CA

Introduced a new aviation to the U.S. market. Organized and

managed a team of 10 sales personnel. Managed marketing and

advertising campaigns. Developed watches for the US Air Force.

Member of the Advisory Board of the American

Watch Guild.

U.S. Director of Sales 1993-1994

Hermes-Paris, San Francisco, CA

Introduced the Hermes luxury watches to the U.S. market.

Educated sales personnel at fine jewelers and Hermes boutiques.

Coordinated advertising and special events with retailers.

West Coast Sales Manager 1989-1993

Vacheron Constantin, New York, NY

Directed the repositioning of the luxury brand in the U.S.

market. Established and maintained a relationship with

Neiman Marcus. Coordinated advertising and special events.

West Coast Sales Manager 1985-1989

MDM Geneve-Hublot, New York, NY

Introduced the Hublot line to fine jewelers in the West

Coast and Hawaiian markets. Coordinated marketing,

promotions, and advertising.

West Coast Sales Manager 1982-1985

Daniel Mink Watch Corp.

Introduced the watch line to the market through Guild,

department, and chain stores. Established and managed

sales training programs for retail personnel.

Diamond Department Manager 1977-1981

Nova Stylings, Inc.

Purchased diamonds domestically and overseas.

Supervised six outside sales people. Worked with

designers, jewelers, and setters.

References furnished upon request.

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