Trey Wade
Saint George
Summary
Strategic leader with 25+ years of experience driving revenue growth and building sales infrastructure across electrical, AV, and low-voltage systems. Proven ability to cultivate enterprise accounts (Boeing, Volvo) and implement CRM-driven processes to scale organizational revenue.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
National Sales Manager (Americas)
Bachner Group USA
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Secured Volvo US as Tier-1 end-user for low-voltage infrastructure services, enhancing enterprise partnerships.
- Expanded Boeing / JLL account from $0 to $400K in booked work within 4 months, contributing to overall revenue growth.
- Developed 2026 sales plan targeting $50M revenue with framework for DFW expansion, aligning strategic objectives.
- Systems Implementation: Designed and launched a company-wide CRM (Monday.com) to improve pipeline visibility.
Services Business Leader (2023-2025) | Services Group Leader (2020-2023)
Feyen Zylstra
Charleston
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Division Growth: Drove 10-15% annual sales growth for Charleston division through strategic initiatives.
- Technical Scopes: Managed multimillion-dollar projects in AV systems, structured cabling, and RF communications.
- Negotiation: Navigated complex change orders over $100K on high-visibility projects, ensuring project continuity and client satisfaction.
- Leadership: Established "FZ Way" model, enhancing safety protocols and streamlining project efficiency across the Carolinas.
Project Coordinator
Charleston County Government
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Coordinated large-scale AV and low-voltage upgrades across tech infrastructure for 45 departments, supporting 2,500 employees.
- Coordinated project schedules and timelines for community development initiatives.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders and project teams effectively.
- Organized project documentation and maintained accurate records for compliance purposes.
Deputy Sheriff
Law Enforcement Career
01.1999 - 01.2016
- Honored as Deputy of the Quarter in 2010 and awarded two Life Saving Awards for exceptional service in 2015 and 2016.
- Enforced laws and maintained public order in designated areas.
- Conducted thorough investigations of crimes and incidents.
- Assisted in community outreach programs to build public trust.
- Served in various capacities at Charleston and Dorchester County Sheriff's Offices, enhancing operational efficiency.
Education
B.A. - Organizational Leadership
University of South Carolina
A.S. - Criminal Justice
Trident Technical College
Skills
- Sales strategy
- Sales forecasting
- Customer relationship management
- Client relationship management
- CRM implementation
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Negotiation skills
Websites
Community Leadership
- A/V Director, Indian Field UMC Campground, Technical lead for large-scale events, 01/01/18, Present
- Board of Directors, Dorchester Academy, Technology Chair; strategic oversight and modernization, 01/01/17, 12/31/20
Timeline
National Sales Manager (Americas)
Bachner Group USA
01.2025 - 01.2026
Services Business Leader (2023-2025) | Services Group Leader (2020-2023)
Feyen Zylstra
01.2020 - 01.2025
Project Coordinator
Charleston County Government
01.2016 - 01.2020
Deputy Sheriff
Law Enforcement Career
01.1999 - 01.2016
B.A. - Organizational Leadership
University of South Carolina
A.S. - Criminal Justice
Trident Technical College