Sales

PROFILE

Skilled executive with experience in business development and sales and marketing in

the beauty, insurance and entertainment industries. Team player committed to a high work ethic and attainment of management objectives. EXPERIENCE

ACCOUNT MANAGER, OPTIMARA GROUP; NASHVILLE, TN — MAY 2017-AUG 2021 Served international and domestic customers in the horticulture industry. Managed many accounts providing African violets, begonias, ferns, foliage, cuttings, plugs, and finished products. Worked with managers and growers to forecast growing and delivery schedules. Customers included big box retailers, garden centers, greenhouses, and florists.

OWNER, ALLEN AGENCY; NASHVILLE, TN — 2000-2018

Provided clients with life, health, and benefit solutions. Assisted clients with retirement, risk management and other relevant financial strategies. SOUTHEAST REGIONAL MANAGER, OLI COSMETICS; NASHVILLE, TN — 2007-2019 Developed sales territories, which resulted in increased visibility and sales within first six months. Assisted in successful launch of ReGen De Peau skin care products. Planned distribution that exceeded sales targets. Negotiated with manufacturers and vendors within the supply chain. Designed training seminars for salons and spas. MANAGEMENT / CONSULTANT, FAMILY GOLF CENTER; NASHVILLE, TN — 2010-2013 Designed a comprehensive training program for staff increasing both personnel and sales. Developed marketing plans that increased sales by hosting more events and group functions. Serviced customer needs and concerns using conflict resolution. EDUCATION

MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY, LEBANON. IL — BBA IN BUSINESS; MINOR: FINANCE SKILLS

• Sales, Marketing, and New Business Development

• Life & Health Insurance Licensed

• IBM Sales School & Sandler Sales Training

• Dale Carnegie Effective Communication Course

REFERENCES

References Available Upon Request

Phillip A. Allen

13153 OLD HICKORY BLVD. #1002 ANTIOCH, TN 37013

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