Sales Representative

Lauren A. Gannon

**** ******** *******, *** #***, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 301-***-**** *************@*****.***

OBJECTIVE- To obtain a challenging and rewarding outside sales position in a growth-oriented and highly regarded organization; offering diverse job responsibility and the potential for advancement. Passionate and highly motivated sales professional, who demonstrates excellent team work and leadership skills in a fast paced work setting. Dedicated problem solver with proven abilities to set priorities and adapt to a changing environment. Strong interpersonal sales skills paired with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

EXPERIENCE-

• Paycom- Vienna, VA, November 2011- June 2012 Outside Sales Consultant- Managed territory of 50+ miles; prospecting, consulting, selling, implementation and continued maintenance of accounts through face to face interaction. February and March 2012 Sales Representative of the month for MTD revenue, number two representative in DC sales office for YTD revenue, top 12 new sales representatives for all Q1 and Q2 for YTD revenue, December 2011 sales training award recipient for top performance, Stevie Award for Sales Department of the Year in Financial Industry.

• NorthStar Express- Falls Church, VA, April 2010- November 2011 Account Manager- Daily management and growth of 200 customer accounts via face to face appointments and electronic communication. Independently raised revenue 17-21% per quarter since joining the company in April 2010. Calling on prospects to up-sell additional services, as well as sell new accounts. Attaining sales progress and presenting results to CEO and board. Recruited and managed a team of interns for all marketing endeavors; social media, SEM/SEO and direct mail pieces.

• Hilburg & Associates- Fairfax, VA, August 2010- December 2010 Research Assistant- Worked directly with CEO and Charles Mann to campaign for NFL Hall of Fame entry of NFL legend Charles Mann. Contacted the most influential people within each region of the country and each NFL conference, as well as Hall of Fame judges to ensure Mann’s entry. Collection and organization of data for assigned tasks.

• PNC Bank, Loan Administration- Frederick, MD, May-August 2009 Loan Administration Intern- Supported a team of Relationship Managers with loan administration and sales of commercial loans. Coordinated meetings for the team, as well as assisted with client and prospect presentation and other special projects. Handled the processing of new commercial loans, as well as loan renewals and modifications.

• FSLax Club Lacrosse Team- Frederick, MD, July 2008-Present Head Coach- Produced practice plans and orchestrated team events. Provided leadership to a group of 25 youth and teenage girls by instilling and encouraging the values of teamwork, cooperation, and commitment to success.

EDUCATION-

George Mason University, Fairfax, VA, GPA 3.4- August 2007- May 2011

B.S. in Communication, concentration in Public Relations- Sports Management minor

EXTRACIRRICULARS-

• Succeeded as 4 year scholarship athlete for NCAA Division 1 George Mason University Women’s Lacrosse

• Upheld title of SAAC Community Service Chair person- orchestrated scholar-athlete community service events- Facilitated 2009, and 2010 student-athlete canned food drive for George Mason University athletic department

• Dean’s list recipient Spring 2008, Fall 2009, Fall 2010 and Spring 2011; CAA commissioner’s award 2008, 2009 and 2010; member of Communication Honor Society- Lambda Eta Pi

• Editor for George Mason University’s The Communicator 2010-2011