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Leslie Vaughan

Charleston

Summary

Dynamic Business Development Representative with a proven track record at Trident Transport, excelling in lead prospecting and pipeline generation. Skilled in contract negotiation, I effectively expanded client networks and optimized business operations, ensuring long-term client support. Adept at cross-functional coordination, I bring a blend of strategic insight and interpersonal skills to drive growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Representative

Trident Transport
08.2024 - Current
  • Expanded business through effective network development, identifying new, and prospective clients
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of company products and services to provide top-notch expertise to customers
  • Developed business pipeline using cold and warm techniques
  • Brought in new accounts through successful networking strategies and promotional approaches

Restaurant Waiter

Blind Tiger
03.2021 - Current
  • Maintaining a clean and organized environment
  • Presenting menu items, answering questions and concerns from guests

Business Optimization Specialist

Schooley Mitchell
09.2018 - 09.2023
  • Helping local businesses save on operational costs such as: telecommunications, small-package shipping, merchant services, waste, utilities and other expenses
  • Emphasis on entire sales and support cycles
  • Provide long-term continuing client support ensuring businesses efficiently allocate their valuable resources

Intern

Laura Ingraham Radio Show
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • Responsible for scheduling guests and taking into account the needs of the team
  • Researching ideas for new segments of the show
  • Conducting extensive research on guests and current political events
  • Collaborating with program leadership and guests ensuring show continuity
  • Screen incoming calls from show listeners becoming participants

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD
05-2018

Skills

  • Lead prospecting
  • Contract negotiation and closing tactics
  • Pipeline generation
  • Cross-functional coordination

Interests

  • Kicker on a semi-pro football team, Carolina Spartans
  • Avidly following global business, economic and political news

Timeline

Business Development Representative

Trident Transport
08.2024 - Current

Restaurant Waiter

Blind Tiger
03.2021 - Current

Business Optimization Specialist

Schooley Mitchell
09.2018 - 09.2023

Intern

Laura Ingraham Radio Show
06.2016 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Maryland, College Park
Leslie Vaughan