Sales Manager

JACKIE A. BAKER

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Henderson, NV 89044 Email: acxutb@r.postjobfree.com Dynamic and innovative senior professional with a diverse portfolio of experiences and areas of expertise. Utilizes capabilities to adapt to rapidly evolving markets and industries to drive opportunities for revenue generation. Track record of success in strategically positioning organizations, leading large-scale projects, and effectively managing teams.

Education & Training

Certified Life Coach and Facilitator

Y.O.U. University

Licensed Life & Accident and Health Nevada

Professional Experience

ZIPWAY LLC, LAS VEGAS APR 2011 – PRESENT

OPERATION & SALES PRESIDENT

§ Leverage capability to identify and create innovative vertical markets including medical and sports apparel to expand Zipway's multiple patents

§ Executed the successful negotiation of a multi-year NBA apparel contract for Zipway; formalized partnership with John Starks, former NBA player and international celebrity, to increase visibility and enhance brand image

§ Support revenue generation by strategically creating and facilitating trainings to national sales teams integral in the attainment of over $5M in licensing sales and management of independent and major retailer accounts

§ Led the development of company website and social medial platforms to grow the customer base and enhance brand exposure

§ Manage clothing production in China with responsibility for negotiating and pricing all FOB pricing for the company

BILLIONAIRE CLOTHING CO., LAS VEGAS MAR 2010 – APR 2011 VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS

§ Demonstrated expertise and scope of influence as a regional sales representative, resulting in an offer to serve in a larger capacity as VP of Operations

§ Ensured efficiency of organization wide initiatives including establishing strategic relationships with factors, managing tradeshow presence, facilitating licensing opportunities, and hiring key resources

§ Negotiated and approved all vendor contracts in accordance with organizational standards and objectives

§ Successfully solidified key licensing opportunities within the first three months of employment

§ Leveraged partnerships with AAFES to procure purchase orders for their on-line store and solidify consistent revenue stream

§ Tradeshow presence and expertise resulted in company-wide recognition for award winning booth at the August 2010 MAGIC Tradeshow

THE NETWORK GROUP, INC., DALLAS & LAS VEGAS APR 2001 – PRESENT PRESIDENT/OWNER

§ Leveraged leadership capabilities to train and manage ten full-time employees and oversee day-to-day sales activities

§ Represented professional sports licensing brands, mid and high end lifestyle brands, and lifestyle accessories at all regional and international tradeshows

§ Brand representation included the following:

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o Licensing brands: Unique Sports,, UNK NBA, 5th and Ocean licensing brands: MLB, NBA and JH Designs

o Accessories: NASCAR, MLB, NFL, For Bare Feet, MLB, NBA, NFL, True Religion, Paramount o Mid and high end lifestyle brands: NBA, Apple Bottoms, Artful Dodger, Ed Hardy, CA brands, Southpole Footwear, Pony Sneakers

NORTEL NETWORKS, INC., DALLAS, TX & RICHARDSON, TX JUN 2000 – APR 2010 TERRITORY SALES MANAGER

§ Leveraged vast knowledge of Nortel products to secure over $2 million within assigned territories in less than one year

§ Developed and implemented effective strategies to maximize sales while simultaneously ensuring customer satisfaction

§ Utilized expertise and understanding of VoIP solutions to secure the department's first global VoIP deal with a major customer

SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER

§ Provided scope of project range for internet/intranet websites, complex data networks and major PBX projects; supported GES/NTG on all internal and external projects

§ Exceeded expectations by strategically managing the Dallas Cowboys’ web site within 45 days from concept to launch

§ Nominated and received the President’s Awards of Excellence for Innovation as a result of diligently driving results

§ Identified and supported new business generation by directing the migration from Macintosh desktops to Windows 95 desktops for over 30,000 workstations within various locations, including Asia and Europe

ORIGINAL MAN WEAR, INC., DALLAS, TX JUN 1998 – APR 2000 PRESIDENT/CEO

§ Developed partnerships and established key accounts with Macy’s, JC Penney, Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES), Navy Exchange Service, and Specialty Stores, resulting in $2M in company revenue generation

§ Cultivated key international textile sourcing relationships in Hong Kong, China and Korea

§ Launched television, print and radio promotional advertisements and arranged all major trade show activities in support of sales objectives

§ Successfully established relationships and endorsements with NBA Star John Starks and other celebrities

§ Created company policies and procedures to align the organization with industry best practices and drive efficiency

Recognition

§ President Award of Excellence, Nortel, Program Manager

§ Numerous Merit Awards, Nortel, Consulting

§ Best Booth Award, Billionaire Clothing Company, MAGIC

§ Best Book to Ship Ratio, Artful Dodger, Sales

§ Best in Sales, South Pole Shoes, Sales

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