Alexander Nahabed
Manhattan Beach
Summary
Sales-driven professional with over 8 years of experience in customer service, business development, and B2B outreach. I've been in sales my whole life, whether closing deals or selling myself, and have built a reputation for forming and maintaining strong client relationships. Successfully generated over $5M in product sales through cold outreach, strategic follow-ups, industry conventions, and buyer negotiations. Experienced in managing long-term sales cycles and navigating complex decision-making processes. Naturally curious, quick to adapt, and always learning, especially when it comes to new industries and challenges. Now ready to bring that same competitive energy, entrepreneurial mindset, and relationship-building skill set into the world of medical technology sales.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensing & Brand Manager
Blendend Clothing Inc
10.2023 - Current
- Managed outreach and sales efforts for women’s apparel and licensed goods, securing placements with 30+ national retailers including Ross, Burlington, Petco, and Shein.
- Conducted cold outreach and strategic follow-ups to build relationships with buyers, resulting in consistent purchase orders across multiple seasons.
- Independently managed sales pipeline using CRM tools; closed long-cycle deals via email, phone, and in-person meetings.
- Collaborated with design and production teams to ensure timely delivery of product, often navigating last-minute shifts in demand or retailer needs.
Licensing & Brand Management
BCI Licensing
10.2023 - Current
- Oversaw licensing and brand development for National Lampoon, driving $5M+ in revenue across apparel, pet products, and accessories.
- Created pitch decks, negotiated licensing agreements, and secured approvals for product lines sold at major retailers.
- Led cross-functional efforts between creative, legal, and retail teams to maintain brand integrity and accelerate go-to-market timelines.
- Navigated product rollouts during manufacturing shortages by sourcing solutions across domestic and overseas partners.
Crew Member
Trader Joe's
07.2017 - 08.2024
- Built instant rapport with hundreds of customers weekly by reading social cues and adapting communication style to match personality and mood.
- Developed deep product knowledge across all categories, enabling tailored recommendations that increased customer satisfaction and basket size.
- Recognized for consistently delivering outstanding customer service in a high-volume retail setting.
- Trained new hires and supported management with daily operations, inventory checks, and customer issue resolution.
- Gained early exposure to consumer behavior, which now informs how I approach prospecting and sales conversations.
Education
Business
El Camino College
Torrance, CACertificate - Coding
Beach Coders Academy
Manhattan Beach07-2022
High School Diploma -
Mira Costa
Manhattan Beach06-2018
Skills
- B2B Prospecting & Cold Outreach – Experienced in high-volume outreach and converting cold leads into active clients
- Sales Pipeline Management (CRM) – Skilled in organizing, tracking, and closing long-cycle deals using CRM systems
- Client Relationship Building – Strong ability to build rapport and trust with buyers, leading to repeat business
- Product Pitching & Presentation – Confident in tailoring pitches and communicating value to decision-makers
- Market Trend Awareness – Able to identify trends and position products or solutions to meet real-time market needs
- Adaptable Communication – Skilled at reading people and adjusting messaging to match tone and personality
- Problem Solving Under Pressure – Thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments, especially with tight deadlines
- Quick Learner & Adaptable – Able to absorb complex information fast and adjust to new tools, systems, or industries
Accomplishments
- Generated over $5 million in product revenue through direct outreach, buyer presentations, and licensing deals with top national retailers.
- Successfully pitched and sold product lines to 30+ retail accounts including Ross, Burlington, Petco, and Shein.
- Led product strategy during market shortages, coordinating with sourcing and production teams to meet tight retail deadlines.
- Spearheaded National Lampoon apparel campaigns, achieving #1 sales rankings on platforms like Shein and Maurices.
- Trained and mentored junior sales teammates on cold outreach techniques, relationship-building, and follow-up processes.
- Represented company at major industry trade shows, securing key buyer meetings and expanding brand presence in new categories.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensing & Brand Manager
Blendend Clothing Inc
10.2023 - Current
Licensing & Brand Management
BCI Licensing
10.2023 - Current
Crew Member
Trader Joe's
07.2017 - 08.2024
Business
El Camino College
Certificate - Coding
Beach Coders Academy
High School Diploma -
Mira Costa
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