KEVIN FERRIER
*** *. *** ***. ******** Beach, VA. 23452
949-***-**** (mobile)
Email: *******@*****.***
Education:
Saddleback Community College – Mission Viejo, CA - General Education - Class of 2002
Military Service: UNITED STATES NAVY 1991-1999
Naval Engineer, Maintenance and repairs on main engines, pumps and auxiliary equipment, Firefighter
Accommodations:
National Defense Service Medal
Meritorious Service Medal
Ship Battle Efficiency Ribbon
Deployment Ribbon
Press Appearances
Forbes Magazine: August 2016
“How Ro Kohli, The 'War Machine' Of Promo Items, Moved Into Custom Toys” (Aug 9, 2016) (ATTACHED – Please see underlined text)
https://www.forbes.com/sites/lukethompson/2016/08/09/how-ro-kohli-the-war-machine-of-promo-items-moved-into-custom-toys/#406107d5e597
Employment History:
War Machine Marketing – Santa Monica, CA/Virginia Beach, VA
Director of Custom Action Figure Department and Sculptor
4/2010 – Current
Manager in charge of design department for custom action figures
Created over 200 personalized custom action figures for War Machine Marketing
Assisted in the creation of custom action figure line at War Machine Marketing
Managed booth at San Diego Comic Con including set up, tear down, promotion and retail
Created custom action figures for Hollywood movie stars and personalities such as David Duchovny (TV Show: AQUARIUS), Dave Mustaine (Band: Megadeth), Chris Saint (Piercing TV Personality), Mike Wengren (Band: Disturbed), and Randy Wietzel (Band: In This Moment)
Featured prominently in Forbes Magazine article, “How Ro Kohli, The 'War Machine' Of Promo Items, Moved Into Custom Toys” (Aug 9, 2016)
Younger Brothers Builders Express – Phoenix, Arizona
Outside sales Representative
2013-2016
Responsible for measuring jobs for doors, windows and trim work for clients
Maintained accounts with contractors for existing and upcoming projects
Created and managed quotes from blueprints for housing, apartments and hotels such as Embassy Suites and Holiday Inn
Utilized proprietary door and window programs as well as programs like Excel and MS Word daily
Responsible for scheduling meetings with contractors and clients to showcase new product lines
Brought in a record number of new clients during 4th Quarter of 2014
Coordinated with customers and delivery trucks to ensure the proper placement and install of doors, windows and trim.
Follow up with clients to maintain customer satisfaction and repeat business
Lowes Home Improvement - Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Sales Specialist: Millworks, Lumber and Power Lawn Equipment
2008-2010
Set up meetings and consultations with homeowners and contractors to showcase custom doors, windows and molding
Coordinated and managed contractors on large lumber projects
Responsible for updating and maintaining proper stock of all lumber and power lawn equipment
Utilized proprietary door and window programs as well as programs like Excel and MS Word daily
Coordinated, managed and taught product knowledge training seminars for contractors and their employees
Managed restocking team utilizing several types of forklifts.
Responsible for facilitating orientations and trainings for employees as well as contractors regarding new power lawn equipment
Monitored and logged stock intake
Assisted with performance evaluations for staff
Ganahl Lumber- Lake Forest, CA
Inside Sales Manager
2003-2007
Responsible for staff of 6 sales reps for custom doors, windows and molding
Met with all contractors and coordinated lumber sales for all sized projects
Maintained good customer relations between contractors and homeowners
Utilized proprietary door and window programs as well as programs like Excel and MS Word daily
Created and managed quotes from blueprints for housing, apartments and storefronts
Reorganized and expanded the moldings department, leading to an $80,000 annual increase in molding sales
Ranked #1 sales associate at the Lake Forest location with over $930,000 in sales in 2006
Instituted new procedures for following up with clients to maintain customer satisfaction and repeat business
Facilitated and participated in weekly meetings
Monitored team members performances daily
Additional Skills
Computer Skills:
Microsoft Office for PC and MAC – Knowledgeable in MS Excel and MS Word
Internet and social network savvy
Typing skills: 45-55 WPM
Excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills
References, portfolio, and salary history available upon request