Sales Manager Inventory,Tennis pro

William C. Thompson

** ****** *****, *********, ***** Carolina 28374 ~ 910-***-****

OBJECTIVE

As a highly motivated and success-oriented professional, I am seeking a position that will challenge me to new heights of accomplishment, will recognize my efforts with increasing responsibility, and offer a compensation package that rewards the same.

EXPERIENCE

PRIVATE LESSON INSTRUCTOR — 1985-PRESENT

STEELE BLUE CONSTRUCTION,2011-PRESENT

Assumed all responsibilities of a small business owner in the home remolding and construction industry including estimating projects, sales, hiring and scheduling of staff, bookkeeping and other duties. SYMMETRY,INC, Logistics/Inventory Manager, 2008-2011 Implemented shipping and receiving procedures for a multi million dollar start up Manufacturing company concentrating in fitness equipment. Coordinated transatlantic orders and deliveries including the analysis of freight costs, inventory and damage control. Trained and supervised a staff of five.

TRU-VUE, DISTRICT SALES MANAGER,2000-2005

As a district sales manager, responsible for opening and supporting glass and mat board distributors in five eastern states. Facilitated in the expansion of our company’s first million-dollar distributor from a single location. Maintained at or above sales forecast and budget for two consecutive years. Promoted TRU-VUE products through major industry trade shows in Atlanta and New York. Responsible for corporate accounts and products presentations.

PALMER TENNIS ACADEMY, DIRECTOR OF TENNIS, 1997-2000 As director of tennis responsibilities include staff management, payroll, coordination of student activities and transportation. Developed and implemented a comprehensive fitness program. Scheduled and prepared all tournament training. Through ongoing relationships with top ranked juniors and parents developed business as private coach, managing 4 of the top 10 U.S. ranked junior players in their respective age divisions. HARRY HOPMAN/SADDLEBROOK INTERNATIONAL TENNIS,

1985-1997

Initiated marketing program for Saddlebrook Academy as well as managed player development. Traveled to major tournaments and targeted recruitment of prospective students. Represented Saddlebrook as tournament coach at major tournaments worldwide. Worked with top professionals including Pete Sampras, Jim Courier, Jennifer Capriati and Andy Roddick. As a director for Saddlebrook’s satellite tennis camp, responsible for creating a comprehensive program including orientation, housing, instruction and extracurricular activities for 30 students. Coordinated teaching schedules for 8 Professionals and delegated specific responsibilities . USPTA P1

SEVEN LAKES COUNTRY CLUB, HEAD TENNIS PROFESSIONAL

,1983-1985

EDUCATION

FLORIDA METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY, 1995-1997

Bachelor of Science,Business Marketing and Management . Within a cross- functional team, designed and developed a plan to market Florida Metropolitan University .

SANDHILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, 1981-1983

Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts

SPECIAL SKILLS

Proven ability to identify, analyze and solve problems with individuals and within organizations

Knowledge of product development, promotion and marketing strategies for business applications.

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