QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Competent, assertive, and dynamic professional offering more than 20 years
of operational, general, and executive management experience in sales,
marketing, and business development; equipped with consistent record of
increasing sales and revenue. Shows competency in planning and directing
reorganization of business processes and programs to improve efficiency and
productivity while reducing costs and increasing employee satisfaction.
Proven effectiveness in establishing and implementing effective sales and
marketing strategies and plans. Offers high-caliber relationship-building
skills that lead to generation of prospective clients. Committed in
providing total satisfaction to clients by developing innovative solutions
to meet and exceed their expectations. Willing to travel.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Business Management and Sales Action Plans and Development
Operations
Profit and Loss Projections Marketing Campaigns and Promotions
Budget Control and Implementation Outstanding Customer Relations
Market Research and Analysis Superior Presentation and Negotiation
Skills
Leadership, Training, and Team Continuous Process Improvement
Building
Problem Resolution and Decision Articulate Oral and Written
Making Communication
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Vice President- Business Development 2008-2009
IQor Inc. ( New York, NY
Brought in to manage the Commercial Division Sales and Service to motivate
and grow existing clients and to expand the development of new clients
throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Notable Accomplishments:
. Built a robust pipeline of large prospects and clients to grow the
Division exponentially, which generated a new revenue stream of over $2
million with several additional to close Q1 of 2010
. Worked to establish a team environment with the Operations and Technology
areas to maximize relationships with prospects and clients to foster
growth
. Re-designed and implemented new sales and marketing tools including high
level introductory cover letters and corporate summaries, PowerPoint
presentations, operations and technical presentations for quarterly
reviews
Executive Officer 2002-2007
Creditwatch Services Ltd. ( Fort Worth, TX
Recruited by the Managing Director to assume CEO responsibilities.
Administered organization's financial and budget activities to facilitate
fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency. Built and
cultivated productive team environment to more than 100 employees in
multiple offices, including IT, HR, Client Services, Operations,
Accounting, Sales, and Training and Compliance department heads. Analyzed
and modified compensation and benefits policies to be able to establish
competitive programs and rewards. Maintained strong business relationships
with major clients to provide total satisfaction and to generate more
referrals and repeat business.
Notable Accomplishments:
. Played a crucial role in turning around a near bankrupt B-2-B service
company into profitable enterprise, which generated more than $5 million
revenue within 18 months
. Ranked #1 in efficiency and profitability by major client scorecards
. Totally rebuilt the business structure including base computer programs,
management structure, HR, customer service, and accounting operations
Senior Vice President-Financial Services Division 1999-2002
IntelliRisk / Allied Interstate ( Columbus, OH
Spearheaded a team of nine sales executives throughout the US to maximize
both sales and profits. Fostered a positive working environment in order to
encourage team unity to achieve corporate goals and objectives. Employed
sales forecasting and strategic planning to ensure sale and profitability
of products and services. Analyzed business developments and regularly
monitored market trends.
Notable Accomplishments:
. Skyrocketed annual sales from $40 million to $70 million for a period of
three years
. Collaborated with Sears, Citicorp, Chase, Household Finance, Wells Fargo,
and Bank of America
. Obtained numerous letter of recommendation from the EVP of the company
District Manager / Western U.S. 1984-1999
Deluxe Corporation-ChexSystems Division ( Shoreview, MN
Primarily held responsible for the entire call center activities, including
sales and sales force development. Facilitated "Counselor Selling" training
for all sales executives in the company. Monitored S.M.A.R.T. (specific,
measurable, attainable, realistic, and timed) objectives on a quarterly
basis for all departments.
Notable Accomplishments:
. Instrumental in building the business in Western U.S. from 0 to
approximately $20 million
. Negotiated with the major FIs such as Bank of America, Bank One, Wells
Fargo, and Citibank
. Transformed the company from a "paper based" environment to a fully
automated one in the early '80s
. Received "Woodsman Award" for being the Top Sales and Sales Managers of
the company
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Business and Marketing
( University of North Texas, Denton, TX
SEMINARS ATTENDED
Counselor Selling
RCP Selling
Change Management
Fundamentals of Management
Leadership Management