ALEX ASTA
Missoula, MT *****
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
YOUR HOME IMPROVEMENT COMPANY Missoula, Montana
February 2023-May 2023
Sales Representative/Design Consultant
Responsible for territory covering western Montana.
Run 2 in-home sales calls per day set up by a call center based on extensive marketing.
Nationwide leader in home improvement industry specializing in bathroom, kitchen and window remodels.
RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN WINDOW REPLACEMENT Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota
March 2021-July 2022
Sales Representative/Design Consultant
Responsible for territory covering western Montana from Kalispell to Missoula, south to Hamilton, east to Butte and west to St. Regis.
Run 2-3 in-home sales calls per day set up by a call center based on extensive marketing.
Regional Sales rep of the month for November 2021.
$2 million in annual sales achieved for 2021
DESERT ESTATES, Missoula, Montana 2015 - 2021
Residence Manager for Estate of Dennis and Phyllis Washington
Assist in the development and facilitation of the operating budget for the residence.
Responsible for maintaining all records and all budgetary reporting.
Responsible for getting bids, vetting and hiring of contractors.
Responsible for supervision of contractors and other members of household staff.
Additional duties as assigned.
Monthly report to Mrs. Washington as per her direction.
CALALASKA HELICOPTERS INC, Santa Maria, California 2005 – 2015
Chief Logistics Officer
Respond to government and corporate inquiries regarding capacity, lift capabilities, and rates
Review contracts to accurately reflect the spirit of agreement and minimize liability
Support field operations resulting in safe, efficient aircraft operations
Advise management on strategic decisions ensuring profitability and productivity
OAKS CHRISTIAN, Westlake Village, California 2011 - 2013
Boy’s Junior Varsity and Assistant Varsity Water Polo Coach
Designed and led practices to enhance skills and build character in high school players
PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY Graduate School of Education and Psychology 2010 - 2011
West Los Angeles, California
Education Admissions Manager
Conducted regional and national outreach generating leads for masters and doctoral programs.
Led interactive information sessions throughout the southland to prospective students from a variety of backgrounds; increased potential yields through stewardship and follow up with prospective students.
Adapted to changing needs within the school to support recruitment and other areas gaining increased visibility for the school’s degreed programs.
SANTA YNEZ VALLEY YMCA, Santa Ynez, California 2003 - 2005
Assistant Aquatics Coordinator
Launched youth and masters water polo programs for the community
Managed two swimming facilities to maintain optimal functionality
Conducted and supervised lifeguard training resulting in a high certification rate
Coordinated lifeguard schedules to maintain the highest safety standards
Responded to member complaints and suggestions, acting as a liaison between members and management regarding all aquatic issues
FOXEN VINEYARDS, Santa Maria, California 1999 – 2002
Assistant Manager
Established and managed Foxen wine club which increased annual sales by more than 25% within the first year of implementation
Hosted exclusive events for wine club members growing the client database to more than 500 customers
Authored and produced a newsletter promoting limited releases resulting in incremental sales
Sales Associate
Developed new business opportunities with restaurant owners, distributers, and retailers contributing to rapid revenue growth
Performed extensive sales and marketing at wine events throughout the Western United States
Wrote tasting notes and distributed them to various media outlets to increase the label’s exposure
INTERNSHIP
DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE, Santa Barbara, California 1998 - 1999
Reviewed police reports and performed research for criminal cases
Interviewed witnesses and transcribed statements assisting the DA to build his case
Observed court proceedings including jury selections and criminal trials
Initiated all general office duties
FREELANCE
FREELANCE PRODUCTION, Los Angeles, California 1997- 1998
Freelance Production Assistant
Performed pre and post-production office work
Managed procurement on television commercials and music video
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
UNITED STATES MEN’S NATIONAL TEAM, Long Beach, California 1990 - 1996
Professional Water Polo Player
Expansive travel throughout the world while training for the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games.
Competed with the National Team while attending Pepperdine University as a full-time student/athlete.
CLUB NATACIO TERRASSA, Barcelona, Spain 1996 - 1997
Professional Water Polo Player
Played one season as a professional athlete living in Spain, learning the language, culture and people.
LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGE, Long Beach, California 1994 - 1995
Assistant Water Polo Coach
Coached team to 1st place finishes in the Southern California J.C. Championships and 2nd place finish in the J.C. State Championships in both 1994 and 1995.
Under my leadership 6 players made All-American honors.
EDUCATION
Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA BA, History
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Santa Barbara College of Law, Santa Barbara, CA General Legal Studies
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Word / Excel / Power Point / Access / File Maker Pro / People Soft / Hobsons
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Conversational Spanish
LICENSES
Student pilot’s license
Class C driver’s license with HAZMAT
References Available Upon Request