Marketing Manager Sales

BOB STRANO

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Suffield, CT *****

860-***-****

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven sales and marketing manager with a proven history of crafting and executing successful strategies. Skilled in coaching teams and clients to achieve their objectives. Demonstrated expertise in identifying and capitalizing on profitable business opportunities, qualifying prospects, and fostering long-term relationships. Launched a German company in the United States, became profitable in one year, and Americanized their website. Experienced in team leadership, having hired, trained, and managed over 500 sales professionals. Played a key role in scaling Polar Communications to $50 million in monthly revenue. Thrives on tackling new challenges and pursuing continuous growth. SKILLS

• Analytical/Critical Thinking

• Sales and Marketing Strategies & Engagement Techniques

• Client-Centric Management

• Professional Sales Presentations online and in person

• Digital Proficiency: Microsoft, Salesforce, HubSpot

• Team Leadership

• Solutions-Based Problem Solver

• Builds Instant Rapport and Immediate Trust

• Upbeat Positive Attitude

• Constantly Learning & Growing

EDUCATION

A.S. in Hotel & Food Service Management

Manchester Community College Hotel & Food Service Management University of Massachusetts Hotel & Restaurant Administration, Marketing Minor PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Global Marketing – Digital Marketing Agency

International Sales & Marketing Manager, Trainer, Consultant Utilizing SaaS products.

2019 to current

• Sales and marketing of Global Marketing

• Developed brand-building strategies for clients worldwide using advanced digital tools.

• Implemented marketing techniques including programmatic marketing, video marketing, keyword marketing, social media marketing, Brand Voice marketing, Reputation marketing, and email campaigns.

BidX – German Company

U.S. Sales Manager

May 2022 – June 2023

• Hired to launch the U.S. division and Americanize the company’s website.

• Achieved profitability within one year and expanded U.S. support personnel.

• Sold a SaaS product to businesses that spent $15k to $1 Million per month advertising on Amazon. Our software elevated their products to the top of the market.

Erie – Sales Professional

April 2024 to October 2024

• In the top three sales producers each month for five months. A Fun and highly profitable short stint earning $5k to$10k per week. I helped a friend who was the sales manager.

Global Publications & Marketing (The American Wedding Guide) Publisher/Sales Manager

1995 – 2019

• Assisted hundreds of businesses in generating millions in revenue until industry downturn due to COVID-19.

Trinity Solar

Top Sales Associate

2012 – 2014

• Consistently ranked as a top sales associate for two consecutive years. Productivity Point International

Sales Manager for CT

• Sold Microsoft software training to Fortune 500 and 1000 companies, securing a $2 million sale for ADVO’s 5,000 employees.

Hall Smith Sysco

Sales Representative

• Generated $2 million in annual sales through food and equipment sales to various institutions; hotels, restaurants, school systems, hospitals, convalescent homes. AFFILIATIONS

• American Red Cross Volunteer (20 years): Disaster Action Team Leader, Feeding Lead, Shelter Manager.

• I am a former member of Wampanoag Country Club, The Golf Club of Avon, Crestview Country Club.

• I am a current member of the Suffield Knights of Columbus.