JEFFERY
HOLMGREN
J H
***************@*****.***
Rochester, MN
EXPERTISE
Team leadership skills
Problem solving
Decision making
Client relations
Coaching and mentoring Sales leadership
Relationship building
Critical thinking
Negotiation and persuasion
Marketing management
Excellent communication
Flexible
Recruiting and hiring
EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE
Rasmussen College
1991- 1993
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CLIENT RELATIONS DIRECTOR/SALES MANAGER
Azotic LLC, Rochester, MN
Senior leadership role overseeing all aspects of client lifecycle management, strategic sales growth, and team performance for a specialized coating technology provider serving the jewelry, gemstone, and crystal industries. Strategically drove market expansion for flagship products, including the Aurora Crystal and Mystic Topaz lines.
Negotiated and closed major contracts with key manufacturers and distributors, optimizing pricing strategies to ensure competitive advantage and profitability.
Served as the primary escalation point for top-tier clients and complex service issues, swiftly resolving challenges to maintain long-term, high-trust partnerships.
VICE PRESIDENT
Aero Marketing Inc., St. Paul, MN
Senior executive role responsible for defining and executing the strategic vision, revenue growth, and operational efficiency of a national lead generation service dedicated to roofing contractors. This position overseen the entire client acquisition funnel, from marketing strategy and lead generation performance to client success and retention.
Cultivated high-performing teams by fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
GENERAL MANAGER
Kentucky Fried Chicken
Full-P&L leader responsible for the comprehensive operations, financial performance, and team development of a high-volume restaurant, consistently upholding brand standards for food quality, customer service, and cleanliness.
Led a team of 20+ employees, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high levels of productivity and performance.
Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback
PROFILE
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Azotic LLC and Aero Marketing, Inc. Adept in fostering cross-functional collaboration and cultivating high-performance teams. Excels in critical thinking and team leadership, seamlessly integrating customer service, client relations excellence with strategic sales leadership. Achieved significant efficiency improvements and client satisfaction through innovative project and client management and effective negotiation skills.