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Ashley Bridges

Mount Pleasant

Summary

Dynamic former sales executive with a proven track record, excelling in client relationship management and strategic account development. Achieved consistent revenue growth through innovative business initiatives and effective networking. Proficient in CRM software, I drive results while fostering strong partnerships and enhancing team capabilities.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Sales - Southeast Region

California Cartage Company, LLC
Charleston
10.2011 - 06.2019
  • Promoted to Director of Business Development for southeast region
  • Focused on maintaining client relationships and expansion
  • Internal sales support with Operations Managers to ensure customer satisfaction

Sales

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium
Raleigh
06.2008 - 09.2011
  • Coordinated a variety of special events for groups of 150+
  • Consistent top-earner in company's annual sales report
  • Assumed leadership roles with the training of new staff

Media/Marketing/Promotions Intern

Curtis Media Group
Raleigh
01.2011 - 05.2011
  • Gained experience in client marketing, promotions, and advertising
  • Responsible for creating and voicing an on-air radio segment on a daily basis
  • Managed several social networking sites used as marketing
  • Created and updated online digital portfolios and databases for supervisors archiving all past accomplishments and records.

Business Development

California Cartage Company, LLC
Long Beach
  • Relocated to corporate headquarters to assist in special projects for over three years.
  • Coordinated meetings and travel arrangements for senior executives and high-level clients.
  • Achieved consistent revenue growth through effective account development and client relations.
  • Led training programs for new staff, enhancing team capabilities.
  • Organized business development initiatives including trade shows, conferences, and workshops.
  • Researched market trends to identify new business development opportunities.
  • Developed and executed comprehensive strategies for business growth and expansion.

Account Executive

California Cartage Company, LLC
Savannah
  • Led business development initiatives in southeast region to expand market presence.
  • Facilitated onboarding for new accounts, enhancing customer relationship management.
  • Quoted and negotiated contracts, successfully securing new business opportunities.

Education

B.S. - Communication with Media Concentration

North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC
05.2011

Skills

  • Microsoft and Google platforms
  • Client relationship management
  • Networking skills
  • Trade show representation
  • Sales reporting
  • Cold calling
  • Sales presentations
  • Strategic account development
  • CRM software proficiency
  • Calendar and travel management

Timeline

Director of Sales - Southeast Region

California Cartage Company, LLC
10.2011 - 06.2019

Media/Marketing/Promotions Intern

Curtis Media Group
01.2011 - 05.2011

Sales

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium
06.2008 - 09.2011

Business Development

California Cartage Company, LLC

Account Executive

California Cartage Company, LLC

B.S. - Communication with Media Concentration

North Carolina State University
Ashley Bridges