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La Jolla, California
With 34 years of B2B sales expertise, I specialize in combining AI-driven automation with human expertise to create a sales process that is both highly efficient and deeply personal. AI can research prospects, automate outreach, and improve efficiency, but it is the human connection, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence that ultimately close deals and build lasting relationships. My approach leverages AI for scale and efficiency, while ensuring that personal interaction, thoughtful follow-ups, and strategic conversations remain at the core of the sales process. By integrating AI-driven insights with real human engagement, businesses can achieve higher conversion rates, stronger client relationships, and long-term sales success. B2B Sales Leadership & AI Integration For the past 17 years, I have helped businesses grow by implementing proven sales strategies, refining outreach processes, and developing high-performing sales teams. In recent years, I have embraced AI-driven automation, allowing businesses to scale outreach and engagement while maintaining the human element that fosters trust and closes deals. Before launching my consulting practice, I spent 17 years at ADP, where I rose to Vice President of Sales and Alliances for the Tax Division, leading a team of 250 indirect reports. With deep expertise in sales leadership, AI-powered execution, and strategic engagement, I design and implement measurable, scalable sales solutions tailored to each business’s unique needs. How I Help Businesses Grow ✅ AI-Driven Sales Execution – Automating prospect research, outreach, and engagement while ensuring human connection at key touchpoints. ✅ Sales Strategy & Leadership – Defining value propositions, competitive differentiators, and outreach strategies to improve market penetration. ✅ Proven Sales Processes – Implementing structured steps of the sale to increase conversion rates, shorten sales cycles, and drive revenue growth. ✅ Sales Training & Development – Coaching teams to refine presentations, improve closing techniques, and build long-term client relationships. I bridge the gap between AI and human sales expertise, ensuring businesses maximize efficiency without sacrificing the relationships that drive long-term success. By strategically combining automation with personal engagement, I help companies create scalable, repeatable, and effective sales processes that deliver real results.
- Marketing Strategy
- Sales
- Sales Strategy
- Telemarketing
- Lead Generation
- Customer Relationship Management
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
Newport Beach, California
Sales & Partnerships Expert | B2B Growth | High-Value Deal Closer I specialize in driving revenue, securing high-value deals, and building strategic partnerships that fuel business growth. With over 10 years of experience in sales and partnerships, I’ve consistently exceeded quotas and delivered multi-million dollar results across various industries. 📈 Proven Track Record: ✔ PetBux (2024): Target $1M → Closed $1.9M ✔ Clique Inc. (2018-2024): • 2020: Target $1M → Closed $1.8M • 2021: Target $1M → Closed $1.3M • 2022: Target $1M → Closed $1.4M • 2023: Target $1M → Closed $1.2M ✔ Biovaj Skincare (2016-2018): • 2016: Target $1M → Closed $1.6M (160% to quota) • 2017: Target $1M → Closed $1.8M (180% to quota) ✔ Closed deals with General Mills (Blue Buffalo), Redbarn, Dave’s Pet Food, Harvey Nichols, and Galeries Lafayette ✔ Scaled loyalty programs to 400,000+ members through strategic partnerships ✔ Negotiated enterprise-level contracts and long-term strategic relationships I’m passionate about helping businesses scale through innovative sales strategies, partnership development, and revenue optimization. If you need a results-driven sales expert who knows how to secure deals and drive business growth, let’s connect! 💬 Let’s discuss how I can help you exceed your revenue goals!
- Partnership Development
- Sales
- Sales Strategy
- General Partnership
Long Beach, California
I’m a Project Manager and Customer Success professional who helps growing businesses streamline operations, onboard clients smoothly, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. With 10+ years of experience across SaaS, digital services, and client-facing operations, I specialize in turning complex workflows into organized, scalable systems. I’ve led cross-functional teams, managed enterprise and mid-market client portfolios, built onboarding and implementation processes, and created internal playbooks that improve efficiency, retention, and communication. I thrive in roles where I bridge the gap between clients, internal teams, and technology, ensuring projects stay on track, clients feel supported, and systems run smoothly. What I do best: • Project and implementation management for SaaS and service-based businesses • Client onboarding and customer success strategy • Workflow and process optimization • CRM and system setup (HubSpot, ClickUp, Asana, Notion) • Internal documentation, SOPs, and knowledge base creation • Executive and client-facing communication • Administrative and operations support Let’s build better systems, smoother projects, and happier clients together.
- Project Management
- Data Entry
- General Transcription
- Virtual Assistance
- Customer Engagement
- Customer Experience Management Software
- SaaS
- Customer Onboarding
- Process Improvement
- Customer Analysis
- ClickUp
- Asana
- Wrike
- Salesforce
Pomona, California
SUMMARY Dedicated and results-driven professional with a strong sense of responsibility and motivation. Proven ability to set and achieve goals while efficiently managing multiple projects. Exceptional organizational skills that ensure timely task completion. Thrives in both independent and collaborative team environments. Demonstrated experience in diverse industries, including Manufacturing, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Consumer Goods, Construction, Energy, and Utilities.
- Sales Management
- Sales
- Forecasting
- Customer Service
- Sales Analytics
- Sales Consulting
- Sales Call
- Sales Prospecting Software
- Sales Engineering
- Sales Development
- SAP
- Sales Funnel
- Sales Leadership
- Sales Leads
- Sales Operations
Morgan Hill, California
Seasoned pro with 12+ years in business and 5 years crushing it in cold calling. I’m all about digging up accurate data through web scraping, transcribing with precision, and organizing it neatly in Excel. Detail-oriented and results-driven, I love building connections and delivering top-notch outcomes. Ready to tackle your next project!
- Sales
- Cold Calling
- Sales Call
- Data Entry
- Transcript
Burlingame, California
Expert, award-winning consultative sales professional, available to scale your early-stage startup or Company and help with sales strategy and direction you can use right away. I will jump in and help with direction, focus and strategy. And sales coaching, which you can use right away. I can create your social media content on LI and other platforms to unify your outreach and brand as well. 25 years experience with startups and 100's of clients nationally. Book me for a no-charge 15-minute consult. Please view my A+ references on Upwork since 2019.
- B2B Marketing
- Sales Strategy
- Lead Generation
- Business Development
- B2C Marketing
- International Sales
- Sales Consulting
- Business Consulting
- Research & Strategy
- Copywriting
- Coaching
- Editing & Proofreading
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