Solution Design Group

sdg is an employee-owned IT consulting and custom enterprise software and application development company that builds solutions using technology. Based in Golden Valley, MN, we are locally recognized for our ability to deliver high-quality technology solutions to the most challenging business problems.

sdg core values:
- Exceptional Customer Service
- Excellent Employee Experience
- Responsible Corporate Citizenship

Account Executive

Hays Companies

Hays Companies is one of the nation's leading property casualty, employee benefits and private client consultants. We have more than 700 teammates in 30 offices nationwide and have global representation in 500 cities around the world. 

Jim Hays and partners founded Hays in 1994 on a customer-centric principle that blends creative ideas and quality customer service. To this day, that entrepreneurial spirit remains fundamental to the Hays culture, guiding and empowering innovative thinkers always working in our clients’ best interest.

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.

- Responsible for new business year over year
- Managed client Employee Benefit accounts on a day-to-day basis
- Created and executed campaigns using a CRM
- Contributed to client strategy meetings mid-year and renewal 
- Analyzed industry trends and benchmarking data to support strategic recommendations
- Responded and tailored responses to Request For Proposals (RFP) from prospective clients
- Attended industry networking events 
- Participated in the Gallagher's 4 year program Gallagher Career Associate Program (GCAP)
- Completed the North Central Region 2015 Apprentice Sales Challenge

Associate | Business Development

- Worked closely with a senior consultant whose expertise is in the manufacturing niche
- Created a pipeline focused on the manufacturing niche 
- Identified new business opportunities by creating campaigns and marketing materials
- Participated in the 2014 NCR Intern Sales Challenge 
- Attended a week long Career Development Training at the corporate headquarters in Itasca, Illinois

Lead Generation Specialist 

Arthur J. Gallagher and Co.

- Worked in the Gallagher Benefit Services division 
- Went along with my mentor and other Gallagher sales team members to meet with clients and prospects
- Identified new business opportunities, created campaigns, marketing materials, and cold calling scripts
- Participated in Arthur J. Gallagher's 2013 week long 1st Year Intern Orientation at the corporate headquarters in Itasca, Illinois 
- Participated in Arthur J. Gallagher's 2013 Intern Case Study Competition judged by the companies Senior Executives

Gallagher Sales Internship Program (GSIP)

Current- Account Executive at sdg. My focus is building relationships with potential clients and delivering superior customer service for my current clients.
 
History- Experienced sales professional in the IT and insurance industry. Demonstrated history of working in a service sales model. 

Specialties- Building relationships, Customer Service, Microsoft Office 365, CRM (Salesforce, Hubspot), Communication, Teamwork, and Leadership.  

Graduated from Minnesota State University, Mankato with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies and Minor in Business Administration. 

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