Sales Resume- National Sales Leader

Michael D. Vredevoogd

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Grandville, MI 49418

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QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

A goal-oriented, professional with Business Development & Sales experience. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple accounts/tasks and meet deadlines. A strong work ethic and commitment to excellence in customer relationships, both external & internal. A team player who works effectively with sales management and other team members toward accomplishment of objectives and who demonstrates exemplary communication skills.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Marian Heath Greeting Cards LLC; (Wareham, MA)

Business Development Manager-2006/2008

Managed & developed Key Account strategies that focused on Independent Grocery & Pharmacy business. Oversaw field training and facilitated acquisition of new accounts within a 9-state territory. Consistently exceeded quota requirements, with 2008 performance tracking at 150% of plan. Job required excess of 80% travel.

The Lang Companies; (Delafield, WI)

Business Development Sales Executive-2006

Promoted to manage business development function for national network of 130 Gift & Specialty Sales Representatives. Oversaw field training and facilitated acquisition of new account business. Tracked results and reported them weekly to senior management. Job required excess of 75% travel.

Account Manager-2005/2006

Stabilized a struggling territory in Michigan by focusing on unwritten business & new accounts. Led the company in new business acquisition over my tenure.

Nextel Communications; (Grand Rapids, MI)

Account Executive-2005

Sold cellular phone services and data applications to local businesses. Focused on development of “Association” &” Endorsement” business. Signed Nextel’s first ever Co-Marketing Agreement with a large Michigan real estate company after only two months with the company.

Scientific Intake, Ltd; (Grand Rapids, MI)

Sales Representative- Business Development -2004

Contracted Dentists in out state Michigan to provide a new, patented, oral appliance. All leads generated through cold calling, direct mail, phone canvassing and referral. Pre-launch sales averaged over 4 contracts per week.

Mpower Communications/CenturyTel Solutions; (Grand Rapids, MI)

Account Manager- Business Development-2000/2003

Sold high-speed Internet access, local telephone service and web services to area businesses. Winner of multiple monthly sales awards.

CenturyTel; (Grand Rapids, MI)

Account Executive-1997/2000

Sold cellular phone services and applications to local businesses. Additional responsibilities included New AE Training and participation on SWAT Teams & Management Focus Teams.

-Ranked #1 of 47 reps in the Great Lakes Region and qualified for "Circle of Excellence", which signified the TOP 10 (of over 200) representatives in the nation.

-Winner of multiple monthly and quarterly sales awards.

-Developed vertical market strategies and created unique marketing materials to support sales efforts

EDUCATION

Western Michigan University; Kalamazoo

Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics, Insurance. GPA 3.01, Major 3.15

Order of Omega *Pi Kappa Alpha* Homecoming Court* Public Relations Director- Inter-fraternity Council* Greek Man of the Year* Mathematics Tutor

Grand Rapids Community College; Grand Rapids, MI;

Associate in Arts - Mathematics and Business. GPA 3.54, Major 3.68

Deans List *Student Senator* Mathematics Tutor* Film Festival Chairman

AFFILIATIONS & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Wyoming/Kentwood Area Chamber of Commerce; Ambassador’s Committee (97), Internet Subcommittee(98-99), Charity Golf Outing Planning Committee

West Michigan Public Television; Public Television Auction Volunteer (84-05); Confirmations Chairman (95), Steering Committee (98-05), Talent Recruiter/Trainer (98-05)

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