Self-Employed

I’m back working full time in sales for a large corporation after 7 months looking for work. I continue to hang out here, building an incredible network of people to learn from and grow with.

Territory Account Manager

REEF

As a Director of Strategic Accounts with REEF Technology, I was responsible for new business development, participating in the transformation of underutilized real estate, into dynamic hubs of activity. These diverse solutions are offered to serve the needs of the ever-evolving urban population.

With an ecosystem of 4,500 locations and a team of 15,000 people, REEF is the largest operator of mobility, logistics hubs, and neighborhood kitchens in the United States, Canada, and has a growing presence in Europe. Together we are leveraging the power of proximity™ to keep our communities moving forward in a sustainable and thoughtful way

Director Strategic Accounts

CMB Insurance Brokers

Performed high-volume daily cold calling to build pipeline

Marketed prospects to multiple insurance companies with the goal of obtaining optimal pricing and coverage

Developed detailed presentations to review and compare quotations

Managed book of business as prospects transitioned to customers

Business Insurance Broker

Kingsdown

Oversee existing national and independent retail accounts

Expand business with the addition of stores, and hospitality (hotel) accounts

Train retail sales associates on product knowledge and selling skills, while presenting to larger groups periodically 

Collaborate with retailers to develop product lines, product placement, and execute promotions throughout the year

Complete customer service and warranty requests in a timely fashion

Have a lot of fun!

Outside Sales Representative

Wesco (Trydor Industries)

Recognized as top 10 Canadian sales rep (based on volume & margin) by Wesco Canada 2013

Service and sell to customers in the fast-paced Northern Alberta electrical utility market 

Focus on the major players - Atco and Epcor, and large power line contractors in the Fort McMurray region

Grow base of business by adding new contractors, engineers and consulting firms

Team up with key manufacturers and agency reps to conduct joint calls, develop plans for account growth and identify new opportunities

Lead company efforts on several major utility tender submissions

Train key contacts in utility companies, contractors and engineering firms on theory and practical applications

Utilize company computer system to provide quotations and stock availability to customers, and enter orders as required 

Work collaboratively with management, product specialists and inside sales throughout the sales process

Utilize a CRM program to track sales calls with current and prospective accounts, while keeping contact base up to date

TE Connectivity

Sell and/or service distributors, contractor, engineers and end users industrially in Alberta

Perform a similar role in Saskatchewan and Manitoba with the addition of the utility market

Work in partnership with two agencies to support my account activities (one in Alberta and one in Manitoba/Saskatchewan)

Train key contacts throughout the channel in theory and practical applications, with a strong focus on Raychem

Work collaboratively with product management and inside sales throughout the sales process

Utilize a CRM program to track activities with current and prospective accounts, with a focus on opportunitiesSell and/or service distributors, contractor, engineers and end users industrially in Alberta Perform a similar role in Saskatchewan and Manitoba with the addition of the utility market Work in partnership with two agencies to support my account activities (one in Alberta and one in Manitoba/Saskatchewan).

Train key contacts throughout the channel in theory and practical applications, with a strong focus on Raychem Work collaboratively with product management and inside sales throughout the sales process Utilize a CRM program to track activities with current and prospective accounts, with a focus on opportunities

Area Sales Manager

Edmonton International Airport (YEG)

Developed & launched a corporate parking initiative at Edmonton International Airport through a contract position at Imperial Parking

Discuss and negotiate corporate parking contracts for companies with heavy travel commitments

Focus on attracting new business, while servicing accounts that sign up for the program

Conduct presentations for potential corporate customers

Promote parking program to an existing base of travel agencies

Train existing travel agent reps

Corporate Accounts Sales Representative

KONICA MINOLTA, INC.

Exceeded target for four consecutive months, culminating with 140% of budget achievement in August, 2010. Received 3rd quarter bonus

Sold a $30,000 print production system in second full month in field

Focused on new account acquisition, while maintaining current base

Prepared proposals, conducted presentations and developed price quotations

Senior Sales Representative

BURNDY

Achieved 127% of 2008 budget with $4 million in sales (2nd largest Canadian territory)

Identified as top sales rep in North America during a two month tooling promotion - 2009

Re-established relationships with 8 key accounts and exceeded sales targets by 84% with this core group in 2008

Developed and implemented plans for achieving desired results with Top 24 accounts

Presented and promoted products to electrical distributors, industrial contractors, and end users selling a large assortment of grounding products and tooling

Trained all distributor representatives and contractors on key products and concepts

Sales Representative

Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC

Increased sales by 200% to $6.2 million during this six year period, and earned the sales incentive trip every year!

Worked with retailers to develop optimal product lines and product floor placement configurations, while developing sales promotions to drive bedding sales

Conducted formal group presentations (for product knowledge and sales strategies), trained sales associates individually, and handled customer service issues

Maintained daily communication with the sales management team in Calgary regarding account performance and strategies to grow the territory

Domestic Sales Representative

Sold bedding and accessory lines in the hotel and health care industries

Maintained an existing account base, while prospecting for new accounts

Hospitality Sales Representative

Hard working guy who earned a C+ average in university. Building a new community of amazing people here. I discuss Personal Branding | Social Media Strategy | Community Building | Sales | Job Search

I've been active on LinkedIn as "myself" for many years, but have wanted to write under a moniker for a long time. 

Not to be controversial or "hide" :-)

But just to not be "me" from time to time.

C+ Jim started as me just being a logo, but has now evolved to showing my face after I lost my job late August of 2022.

C+ were my grades in university, and "Jim" ... well I had one professor that thought my name was Jim so I did not correct him all year. :-)

Covid has been difficult on everyone in some way, shape or form. I've definitely had my days, but overall I've handled it pretty well.

I try not to use the "R word" too often, but I do regret not jumping on LinkedIn early during Covid and sharing my positive, constructive thoughts. There are a lot of them housed in my brain :-)

The good news? I'm here now and I'm super PUMPED about it.

I want to build a community, be of service and provide value with everything I create and share on this platform. Just like I've done in the past on my regular profile.

My areas of interest include leadership, sales & marketing, job search strategy, personal branding, social media strategy, networking and life lessons learned in business and beyond.

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I want to write about what's happening in my life RIGHT NOW. And of course share lessons learned over the years.

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