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, NC05.2011
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
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