• Results-oriented sales and business leader with over 25 years of experience in marketing, operations and strategy development.
• Proven track record of implementing innovative sales tactics to substantially increase company revenue.
• Dynamic interpersonal skills; experienced in rapidly establishing rapport, forming lasting relationships and making effective knowledge based product recommendations.
• Regarded for the ability to deliver outstanding results with the highest degree of expertise, service and professionalism.

• Successfully drove sales growth; captured between 98% and 108% annual sales goal in 1998, 2000, 2001 and 2002 (ESP International).
• Continually recognized as Top Ten in Sales Volume from 1992 through 2016 (ESP International).
• Awarded Top Executive Master Sales Manager position in 2005 (ESP International).

ESP International, LTD., Hilton Head Island, SC 1990-2016

Business Owner

• Fulfilled key proprietary role, overseeing all daily business operations.
• Developed and implemented highly effective sales strategies to continually drive company revenue.
• Cultivated positive relationships with various domestic and international manufacturers; utilized strong interpersonal skills to maintain relationships.
• Streamlined process improvement initiatives, resulting in increased operational efficiency.
• Successfully sourced and branded products to improve sales.
• Acquired additional industry exposure by attending various trade shows, seminars and workshops.
• Deployed effective training programs to substantially increase team performance; developed promotions and achievement incentives.
• Demonstrated superior public speaking, negotiation and leadership skills; delivered compelling presentations and proposals at conventions.
• Responsibilities included interviewing, hiring and training sales force.

AirRestore 2011-2016

Product Development Specialist

• Assumed key corporate leadership development position, with associated responsibilities including performance management and training program development.
• Heavily involved in all aspects of product development, including name selection, roll out, distribution and web sales.
• Provided executive level administrative support, developed effective branding techniques and managed product development.
• Successfully established and maintained direct sales network of 5,000 dealers.

Hair Paradise Salon 1984-2013

Co-Owner / CEO / COO / CFO

• Contributed extensively to building of operation from start up environment to successful salon employing 35 staff members.
• Responsibilities included oversight of all human resource services, business development and vendor relationship management.
• Utilized top notch communication skills to successfully form lasting client relationships; provided excellent service, ensured satisfaction and promoted repeat business.

Paradise Promotions, Hilton Head Island, SC 1978-1990

President/Owner

• Developed and implemented highly successful advertising and marketing strategies to promote merchandise to retail customers and resort guests.
• Recognized for developing one of the country s first infomercials focusing on island real estate, restaurants and leisure activities.

Karam Brothers Home Builders, Warren, MI 1972-1978

Pulte Homes of Michigan, West Bloomfield, MI

• Utilized strong organizational and administrative skills to provide support throughout home sale process.

Executive Secretarial Studies, Macomb Community College

High School Diploma, Fraser High School