DAVID J. BUIST
Wyoming, MI 49519
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OBJECTIVE
I am a professionally trained and experienced Sales Consultant. I am interested in finding a position where my skill level, experience, and talents as well as my “never stop learning” attitude will be stretched to new lengths and rewarded accordingly.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Classroom Audio Consultant
Lightspeed Technologies, Tualatin, OR
-June 2005 to Present
Working out of a home office, I consult with Technology Directors, Consultants, Architects, Curriculum Directors, and Superintendents to evaluate and determine the best available technology solutions to meet a School or District’s needs.
Eight (8) Time President’s Club Sales Award Winner
Educational Sales Consultant
Premier – The K-12 Education Division of Franklin Covey, Bellingham, WA
-August 2000 – June 2005
Working out of a home office, I consulted with leaders of K-12 schools within a 17 county territory in West Michigan
Life Skills Trainer – Facilitated classes for Administrators, Teachers, and Students
Four Time President's Circle Award Winner
District Sales Account Manager
Jays Foods, LLC, Grand Rapids, MI
-March 1991 – August 2000
Grew territory sales by an average of 4% per year
Consistently a first place winner in annual Sales Contests
President’s Award for #1 in sales growth in multiple years
POST SECONDARY EDUCATION
Bachelors of Arts Degree - Dual Major Program in Business Administration and Political Science
-Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI
Chairman of the Homecoming Committee and Student Senate Public Relations Committee
Student Member of the MIAA Review Board
Secretary of the Calvin College Business Forum
Radio Disc Jockey for WCAL, on campus radio station
Masters of Ceremony for the Freshman and Homecoming Talent Shows
PERSONAL INFORMATION, MEMBERSHIPS AND INTERESTS
My Family:
-Stephanie, my wife of 19 years, is a Naturopathic Practitioner & Health Coach
-Dawson, my oldest, is an 9th Grade Student at South Christian High School
-Sierra, my youngest, is a 7th Grade Student at Legacy Christian
Professional Memberships and Certifications:
- American Institute of Architects continuing education instructor
- Dave Ramsey “Financial Peace University” course instructor
- Franklin Covey “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” Facilitator
Recreational Interests
-Bicycling, hiking, basketball, golf, travel, reading, and history
REFERENCES
A list of Professional and Personal References will be provided upon request