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Objective_____________________________________________
To find a new and challenging position with a quality organization that will allow me to utilize my initiative, creativity, and professionalism in creating both company and personal growth.

Profile________________________________________________
Motivated and personable college educated business professional with a successful track record in business management, sales, and sales management/consulting experience. I have a talent for quick mastery of new product categories and sales environments while establishing a personal rapport with business clientele and company personnel.
Innovative and creative in seeking out new market potential and developing strategies for its capture. I am able to handle difficulties in the workplace all while maintaining a sense of humor under pressure.
Skills Summary________________________________________
· Sales Marketing & Management
· Report Preparation
· I have worked with major companies such as Costco, Target, and Home Depot in product development and sales for their retail stores
· Experienced in sales to Medical Offices, Hospitals, and Nursing Care Centers, retail furniture stores and chains, and small retail centers.
· Experienced in working with the Federal Government in GSA contract bid process
· Developed product and marketing strategies for E Commerce business accounts
· Corporate Management
· Written Correspondence
· Computer knowledgeable
· Accounting
· Inventory Control and Purchasing
· Host Product Seminars and Sales Meetings
· Sales Forecasting
· Product Photography
· Microsoft Office
· Adobe Creative Suite/Photoshop
Professional Experiences______________________________
COMMUNICATION: REPORTS/SALES MEETINGS/TECHNOLOGY
· Author professional correspondence to customers and vendors
· Writes advertising copy and product descriptions for marketing purposes
· Conducts sales seminars and sales meetings
· Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office suite and rapidly learn and master new computer applications
· On site and studio product photography including editing in Adobe Photo shop for sales materials
CUSTOMER SERVICE/MARKETING/ORGANIZATION
· Managed customer service operations in both a retail and wholesale environment
· Sales Representative with marketing experience in retail and wholesale environments utilizing personal sales calls, phone sales, and Internet sales.
· In retail setting managed inner office personnel and customer service for local successful business
· Built a multi million dollar territory involving over 500 wholesale accounts in Southeast region
· Procured new product lines and managed associate sales members
· National Sales Manager included hiring of the sales force, sales force training, product development for a new division and developing market strategies for new product line.
DETAILED MASTERY AND ORGANIZATION
· Managed all operations of owned businesses
· Marketing
· Finances: accounts payable/receivable/invoicing, insurance, payroll, advertising
· Developed new product division and international market for sales
· Assumed all Fiscal responsibilities as Corporate President

Employment History_________________________________


Loftgoods LLC.
· National Sales Manager 04/08-04/09
Recruited on a one year contract basis to develop and implement a marketing plan for a new “Made in the USA” eco friendly seating division. Hired and trained 41sales representatives covering Continental United States, Hawaii, and Canada. Collaborated on all product designs and support materials. Developed all sales materials for both sales associates and dealer accounts including the writing of all copy for new sales literature. Developed and produced new catalog format for sales presentations and coordinated all fabrics and leathers used within the new program. Researched current trends in manufacturing industry and buyer trends to pinpoint product placement. Produced sales forecasts as basis for budget planning during the year of introduction.
Scott Dennis Sales Associates, High Point, North Carolina 04/91- present
· Principle sales representative and manager of sales agency representing multiple companies within the residential furniture industry. Some noted companies represented are Crystal Clear Industries, Cambridge Lamps, Somerset Studios Art, Rockford Furniture/American Woodcrafters, Friendship Upholstery, Cypress Point, Mario Industries, Passport Furniture, Majestic Mirror…Coverage area: Southeastern United States.
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Dennis Office Furnishings & Supply Inc, High Point, North Carolina
· Outside Sales Representative 01/78-01/80
· Store Manager and Purchasing Agent 01/80-01-82
Responsible for the purchase and control of office supply and office furniture inventories as well as the other general duties of a store manager such as personnel management of inside and outside salespersons and warehouse and delivery staff.
· Vice President of Sales and Operations 01/82-01/85
Assumed marketing operations of the corporation with a new focus on the office furnishings division. Expanding sales into a nationwide and International market including GSA government contracts tripled this division’s sales volume.
· President and Sole Stockholder 01/85-03-91
Purchased the outstanding shares of business partners and assumed all the responsibilities for the corporation as its Chief Executive Officer. Sold business in 1991.

Education__________________________________________
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Bachelor of Science/Business Administration and Marketing Graduated 1977 3.55 GPA
University of North Carolina, Greensboro, N.C.
Masters in Business Administration Program (not completed)




Personal References___________________________________

Rhett Sypher President: Cypress Point Home 770 630 4651
Mike Draughan President: Loftgoods LLC 336 812 9042 ext 43
Dennis Sussman V President: Waterford Crystal 732 938 5800
John Womack President: Womack Insurance 336 889 5441







 
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