Proficient, accomplished Sales professional seeking to apply comprehensive skill sets, history of successful business efforts and many years of experience to a rewarding new role in Sales.

  Skilled in sales, relationship building, negotiation, operations management, organizational collaboration, problem resolution and account management.

  Highly accomplished in interpersonal communication, assessment of detailed criteria and preparation of comprehensive documentation.

  Adept at and experienced in collaborating with diverse personnel to successfully attain program targets.

  Ensure provision of superior client service to generate strong repeat business.

National Business Development, Alpha Gamma Seafood 2017

       Skillfully prospected new accounts and nurtured existing business relationships.

       Knowledgeably assisted client personnel with training and participated in national trade shows.

New Business Development, Saltwater Imports 2016

       Expertly acquired new business relationships through solid presences at national trade shows.

       Diligently provided clients with steady stream of market data describing fishing conditions and potentials.

       Collaborated with Accounting Department on client payment status and facilitated new bid opportunities.

Sales Executive, Newport International 2015 - 2016

       Proficiently collaborated with brokers to win large national accounts and continually sought out new business.

       Effectively drove superior company market position through excellent performance at national trade shows.

       Conducted ridealongs with Sales Representatives to assist with securing new accounts and improving existing relationships.

       Regularly followed up with brokers and customers to supply market & sales data.

Sales Consultant, Marpesca Direct 2015

       Skillfully worked with regional brokers to establish company in United States and provided comprehensive product information & marketing materials.

       Authored detailed POS materials, provided brokers with detailed inventory & market information.

Salmon Sales & Business Development Director, Agro America LLC 2010 - 2015

       Successfully moved over 500 tons of salmon fillets in US & Canadian markets, as well as over 125 tons of frozen fish, per month.

       Expertly boosted accounts from nearly zero to multimillion-dollar status and collaborated with Accounting Department on past-due balances.

       Provided detailed follow up, shipment & market data to customers each week and established pricing schedules to maximize profitability.

       Continually researched new opportunities, reached out to prospective accounts and collaborated with Chilean offices regarding price forecasting & product availability.

       Prepared detailed documentation on all activities for higher-level review.

Southeastern Regional Sales Representative, Ocean Garden Products, Inc. 2005 - 2010

       Expertly sold Mexican, Taiwanese, Chinese, Brazilian & Norwegian seafood products to wholesalers, upscale restaurants and high-end dining chains.

       Skillfully oversaw all sales, logistics, customer satisfaction, accounting and office operations for this multistate company, driving more than $20MM in yearly revenue.

       Continually prospected for new accounts, researched potential clients and established price structures.

       Effectively supervised financial matters such as budgeting, account reconciliation, AR, AP, extension of credit lines and other considerations.

       Provided staff members with comprehensive product education, sales training and demonstration tips.

       Proficiently collected detailed information on local markets and apprised clientele of any changes.

University of Georgia, Athens, GA 1990