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Brad Collins

Thunder Bay,ON

Summary

Versatile Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in Business Development.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director

ALFRED SINISTER
01.2022 - Current
  • Custom Team Apparel - Professional skate repair
  • Launched innovative products/services that captured new market share while maintaining competitive pricing structures.
  • Optimized operational efficiencies, streamlining processes through introduction of cutting-edge technology.

Co-Owner - VP Hockey Operations

KAM RIVER FIGHTING WALLEYE
01.2019 - 06.2022
  • Superior International Junior Hockey League
  • Collaborated with co-owners on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
  • Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Oversaw financial management tasks, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow optimization.
  • Mentored employees to improve work performance, promoting professional development and growth within our organization.

Co-Founder

THIEF RIVER FALLS NORSKIES
01.2015 - 08.2016
  • Superior International Junior Hockey League
  • Evaluated market trends to identify emerging opportunities and inform strategic decision making.
  • Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
  • Secured lucrative partnerships by establishing strong relationships with key industry players.
  • Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and customer engagement.
  • Grew our customer base through targeted outreach and networking events.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.

Managing Director

COLTREE SOLUTIONS LTD
01.2008 - 01.2021
  • SALES AGENT - Account Manager - Business Development - oil field tools/drill bits (National Oilwell Varco) (Halliburton) (Baker Hughes)
  • Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
  • Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
  • Optimized resource allocation for improved efficiency and profitability across all departments.
  • Developed customer base of over 200 clients.

Education

Associate of Science - Kinesiology/Athletic Training

BEMIDJI STATE UNIVERSITY
Bemidji, MN
04.1999

Skills

  • 19 years B2B sales
  • Communicate and present effectively
  • Consistently exceeded sales forecast
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • Cold calling
  • Relationship sales
  • Account management
  • Sales achievement 2014-2020 NOV
  • Sales achievement 2012-2013 Halliburton
  • Leadership award 2005-2007 Graf Canada
  • Sales achievement award Graf Canada 2007
  • Proficient with CRM tool - Salesforce - Weavy - Aimsio
  • Approachable leader
  • New Business Development
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Leadership and People Development

VOLUNTEER/SPONSOR

  • Volunteer/Sponsor with KIDS SPORT - 2013-Present - Donating and outfitting equipment to underprivileged children so they and their parents can enjoy sports at a minimum cost.
  • Volunteer with Dawson Creek Minor Hockey Association - 2013-2021
  • Volunteer with Dawson Creek Junior Golf Association - restarting program after many years of being dormant. Providing instruction/lessons and creating a junior club for local kids to learn/play free of cost.
  • Sponsor to Nawican Friendship Center - Dawson Creek - providing hot meals and activity programs for underprivileged.
  • Sponsor to Dawson Creek Junior Canucks Hockey Club
  • Sponsor to Westfort Little League - Thunder Bay - providing uniforms and equipment, cutting down on registration fees making baseball more affordable to youth boys/girls and parents.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Managing Director

ALFRED SINISTER
01.2022 - Current

Co-Owner - VP Hockey Operations

KAM RIVER FIGHTING WALLEYE
01.2019 - 06.2022

Co-Founder

THIEF RIVER FALLS NORSKIES
01.2015 - 08.2016

Managing Director

COLTREE SOLUTIONS LTD
01.2008 - 01.2021

Associate of Science - Kinesiology/Athletic Training

BEMIDJI STATE UNIVERSITY
Brad Collins