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Director of Government and Educational Sales

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, PODS is a provider of portable storage and moving solutions for residential and business customers. PODS has 145 locations in the United States, Australia, and Canada, consisting of 33 company-owned locations and 177 franchise locations. The Company delivers its specially designed storage containers to the customeraEUR(tm)s location, which the customer can load at his convenience. Once the customer has completed his packing in the container, PODS will either take it to another location or will place it at a storage warehouse, until the final destination for the moving goods is ready to receive them. PODS containers are moved by trucks that are equipped with the PodzillaA(r), a patented hydraulic lift system, specially designed so that the contents of the container do not shift when loaded onto a truck.

An executive experienced in business development, sales management, with outstanding communication skills. Proven track record with the ability to build strong relationships with customers, employees and vendors.Developed and implemented best practices to increase profits. I have 29 years of extensive, diversified experience in selling consumer electronics, portable storage & moving services, capital equipment, media, software & solutions to Vertical Markets. I am also proficient at using strong analytical and sales skills to lead teams in solving complex problems and fulfilling the voice of the customer. I also understand how to execute and sell a GSA Schedule along with how to sell to the Federal Government, Local Municipalities, Schools and Universities.Specialties: Developed National and Local Commercial Sales Strategy in consumer electronics, government, education and health care vertical marketsIdentified Target Industries & Growth SegmentsGSA contract administrative specialistBudget and P&L ResponsibilityStrategic Planning & ImplementationTransportation & Logistic SalesInnovative Sales ProgramsManagement & LeadershipGoal Setting & AchievmentRelationship & People ManagementTranslate Vision into ExecutionVertical Market Specialist ( Consumer Electronics, AAFES, NEXCOM, MCX, Military, GSA, Healthcare, & Education )