Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Recognition Awards
Timeline

Allison Irving

Marriotts Cove,NS

Summary

A dynamic professional with over 25 years of experience in sales and customer service, including small and large organizations. Persuasive communicator with superior relationship building skills and the ability to forge and maintain meaningful, productive relationships with key stakeholders. An award-winning professional with the ability to effectively analyze/assess situations, provide effective solutions, and show initiative by taking on new challenges successfully in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Small Business Consultant

Newfold Digital - WEB.com
06.2018 - Current
  • Reporting to the Manager of Outbound Heritage Sales, make outbound calls to our customers under different campaigns, and try to educate customers about their online presence and websites, and understand and point out any needs customers may have for improving their online presence/brand protection and security
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive sales plan to increase revenue in assigned territory.
  • Provided timely customer service support to resolve any issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Participated in training sessions on topics related to sales techniques or industry regulations.
  • Advised customers on best practices regarding product usage or maintenance procedures.
  • Used consultative sales strategies to effectively overcome client objections and maximize sales activity.
  • Collaborated with key decision makers to identify opportunities and develop ideas to deliver sales results.
  • Assist them in understanding the need for updated products and services/renewals through routine discovery in their accounts.

Account Executive

Newfold Digital
12.2020 - 01.2023
  • Reporting to the senior sales manager, reached out to our larger business customers to sell them on the benefits of the Platinum program
  • Educated the customers on the importance of their domain portfolios and the benefits of having someone manage them for them
  • Worked with account managers to assist in helping clients get what they needed
  • This was a brand new campaign/division when I started so helped to launch it and aided in its success.

Leasing Agent

Oxford Properties
  • Managed relationships with customers to ensure that all requirements were met for contract Updating lease contracts to reflect any changes made during the term of the lease Negotiating new lease agreements with landlords and property managers
  • Helped to prepared budgets for potential clients based on their needs and goals Reviewed lease agreements to ensure they are complete and accurate
  • Prepared reports regarding lease transactions for accounting purposes
  • Reviewed applications to determine if applicants met financial qualifications to lease property
  • Showed properties to potential tenants.
  • Negotiated and finalized lease agreements with tenants.
  • Prepared monthly reports for management on leasing activity, occupancy rates, and other related metrics.
  • Screened applicants for creditworthiness and background checks.
  • Maintained accurate records of all leases, renewals, and terminations in the property management software system.
  • Provided guidance and support to leasing staff members when needed.
  • Coordinated with vendors for repairs or improvements needed at properties.
  • Resolved disputes between tenants or landlords in a timely manner.
  • Promoted high level of customer service and assistance by greeting clients, responding to concerns, showing units and quickly resolving issues.

Branch Manager

Labour ready
Dartmouth
  • Reporting to the General Manager of Atlantic Canada, responsible for overseeing human resources and recruiting for a staff of over 200 employees within 3 Atlantic Canadian locations
  • Built lasting relationships with clients and helped them achieve their staffing needs.
  • Directed daily operations of the branch, including customer service, human resources, sales and marketing activities.
  • Managed staff scheduling, hiring and training processes.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for all employees in the branch.
  • Monitored financial performance of the branch on a monthly basis.
  • Provided guidance and support to team members regarding problem resolution and customer service issues.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Established strong working relationships with external partners such as vendors and suppliers.
  • Created reports summarizing operational performance metrics for senior management review.
  • Planned work schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Boosted customer base, acquiring new customers and identifying needs to deliver relevant products.
  • Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.

Territory Manager- Sales Rep

Milex Products/Cooper Surgical
Atlantic Provinces
  • Reporting to the National Manager, sold and managed medical sales products in the women's health care field, gave presentations to key physicians and medical board panels, traveled the Atlantic provinces, managing all hospitals and medical offices
  • Increased sales by over 200% in my 12 years there.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales in assigned territory.
  • Established relationships with key customers, vendors, and distributors in the area.
  • Coordinated trade shows and other promotional events to raise brand awareness in the territory.
  • Negotiated contracts with new clients while maintaining existing business relationships.
  • Created presentations for potential customers highlighting products' features and benefits.
  • Met or exceeded established targets for revenue growth month over month.
  • Worked closely with existing accounts to grow market share.
  • Created sales opportunities through cold-calling and other promotional activities.
  • Built sales forecasts and schedules to reflect desired productivity targets.
  • Developed and significantly grew assigned territory 50% within first year.

Education

Bachelor of Arts-Psychology BAH -

Dalhousie University

Certificate in Human Resources -

Saint Mary's University

Skills

  • Sales
  • Customer service
  • Relationship building
  • Analyzing/assessing situations
  • Providing effective solutions
  • Initiative-taking
  • Customer Relationships
  • Human Resources Management
  • Staff Management
  • Business Planning
  • Financial Planning
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Written Communication
  • Business Development
  • Attention to Detail
  • Reliability
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Excellent Communication

Recognition Awards

Milex

  • Top 10 in Sales 2022 Newfold Digital
  • Top 5 in Team Sales 2022 Newfold Digital
  • Top performance Branch award Labor Ready

Timeline

Account Executive - Newfold Digital
12.2020 - 01.2023
Small Business Consultant - Newfold Digital - WEB.com
06.2018 - Current
Leasing Agent - Oxford Properties
Branch Manager - Labour ready
Territory Manager- Sales Rep - Milex Products/Cooper Surgical
Dalhousie University - Bachelor of Arts-Psychology BAH,
Saint Mary's University - Certificate in Human Resources,
Allison Irving