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objective

accomplished business professional eager to contribute dynamic marketing, sales, public relations, strategic planning, relationship building and, communications skills in a challenging assignment.

career profile

ø  b.s. and a.s. degrees.

ø  over 12 years of successful business background.

ø  career built in highly competitive economic sectors.

ø  strong record of promotion.

ø  builder of solid, long-term relationships.

ø  consistently achieve challenging revenue quotas.

ø  accomplished leader, networker and manager.

ø  background in presentations to diverse potential clientele.

ø  adept in capturing new markets and accounts.

ø  expertise in all facets of effective marketing plan development and implementation.

ø  leader and developer of highly efficient staffs.

ø  extensive background in client relations and account management.

ø  proven accomplishments in building employer brand recognition.

ø  well-organized multi-tasker with strong detail orientation.

ø  proficient in advanced business software applications.

professional experience

veritas wine bar, washington dc                                                                                                                                     2007 c present

general manager

       retained to serve in critical operations, account management and customer relations role.

       direct staff of seven.

       marketing through development and maintenance of strong personal relationships with businesses and residents.

       ensure prominent presence online through twitter and face book.

       facilitate daily operations including ordering merchandise/supplies, solid vendor relations and effective inventory/cost control.

       offer clientele 200+ bottle wine list while performing wine tastings and seminars.

sonoma restaurant and wine bar, washington, dc                                                                                                       2005 c 2007

head bartender

         recruited to expand client base by building and fostering relationships at this high volume location.

         delivered outstanding client service.

         initiated well-received rotating schedule/system for pooling tips to upgrade staff incentives.

charlie palmer steak, washington, dc                                                                                                                              2004 c 2005

bartender

       successfully developed large clientele through relationship building while meeting customer needs.

olives restaurant, washington, dc                                                                                                                                     2003 c 2004

server

       hired to deliver exceptional customer service and established reputation of excelling in private events

other background

have also served as: associate producer, mcm films; news editor, latino crossover magazine; administrative staffer, manpower; media staff, office team; producer/co-host, wust radio; and account coordinator, porter novelli, all of the washington, dc area.  in these assignments, built outstanding communications, sales, marketing and public relations skill sets.

education/professional development

emerson college, boston, ma, bachelor of arts, broadcast journalism, 1997

 

northern virginia community college, annandale, va, associate of science, general studies, 1994

 

court of master sommeliers, completed introductory sommelier certification, 2008

 

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dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a sales/account management capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include over 12 years of highly successful business experience.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in account management, business development, marketing, strategic planning, communications and customer service, as well as strong analytical, problem-solving and managerial capabilities.  as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. 

 

i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

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