Michael J. Lodico
*** ********* ***** ● North Tonawanda ● NY 14120
716-***-**** ● **********@*****.***
Proven Sales Professional seeks to utilize past experience and performance in a Sales / Customer service role in an industry poised for growth.
HIGHLIGHTS
Dynamic Sales Professional with a diverse industry background
Extensive Territory / Account Management experience
Superior Sales / Customer Service Skills
Strong communication / Relationship Skills
Attentive to detail / Professional appearance
Superior decision-making and problem solving skills
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Just Lamps Inc. 2010 - Present
Account – Territory Manager
Sales of OEM replacement lamps for video projectors and Rear Projector TV's to assigned reseller region.
Achievements
Developed and implemented marketing plan for assigned territory utilizing Social Media tools, email marketing and out-call campaigns to promote distributor awareness and recognition.
Consistently Increasing Territory sales.
AL-ROSS Screen Printing and Embroidery
Sales - Store Manager 2002 – 2010
Selected to manage and promote privately held business for off-site owner. Responsible for daily operations of high volume retail location. Directly devised strategic plan to focus on desired outcome. Developed marketing plan, branding, and effective purchasing & production systems. Staff responsibilities included supervision, mentoring, and training. Enforced efficient customer service resulting in strong referral and repeat business. Selected new location for maximum exposure.
Achievements
Tripled yearly sales and maintained growth under my direction.
Developed strong relationships in order to maximize sales volume.
Provided feedback to owners to improve overall company performance.
EDUCATION
Erie Community College, Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
MILITARY
United States Marine Corps Reserve, Honorable Discharge LCPL 1982 - 1986
SALES TRAINING
Dale Carnegie Communications Training, Completed 6/99
Successfully completed Xerox Professional Selling Skills training
Successfully completed ECOLAB Professional Selling Skills, Territory Management training
Attended Sales training seminars of Zig Ziglar and Les Brown
VOLUNTEER
Gluten Free In WNY, Founder & Creator
Educate community by speeches, TV appearances, health fairs, and community events. Co-organized first 2 WNY Walks for Celiac Disease Awareness which resulted in fund raising over $40,000.
BIG DOGS BIG HEARTS Rescue, Rescue Foster & Volunteer
Other Skills -
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook.
Social Media Marketing tools such as Facebook and I-Contact.