Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information
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CHRIS MERCHANT

CHRIS MERCHANT

Calgary,AB

Summary

Highly motivated and goal-driven business professional with a proven track record of success in leading teams and achieving outstanding results. Internationally decorated quarterback with exceptional leadership and coaching skills. Well-versed in utilizing CRM and other sales tools to identify and prospect qualified leads. Seeking to leverage my diverse background in business and athletics to succeed in a competitive and challenging role.

Work History

Business Development Representative

Sidetrade
02.2023 - Current
  • Manage and qualify sales leads from web referrals, chat, and phone inquiries
  • Consistently deliver qualified opportunities to support Sidetrade revenue targets
  • Deliver a compelling value proposition to decision-makers and influencers based on Sidetrade
    solutions
  • Utilise a consultative sales approach and confidently initiate conversations with senior executives
    in multinational companies
  • Correctly and consistently use CRM and other sales tools to record and manage all activities
  • Met and exceeded quotas and objectives

Quarterback & Assistant Offensive Coordinator

Fehérvár Enthroners
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Guided team to an undefeated season of 18 games and three separate championships - statistically ranked Hungary’s #1 quarterback of all time.
  • Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.

Quarterback & Assistant Offensive Coordinator

Las Rozas Black Demons
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Created and implemented training plans to prepare players to execute offensive strategies.
  • Developed an understanding of team's individual and collective strengths and weaknesses to select best plays and strategies against opponents.

Sever

Earl’s Tin Palace
06.2020 - 01.2021
  • Provided exceptional customer service, built rapport with customers, and created a welcoming environment for guests.
  • Developed strong multitasking and time management skills, while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.

Sales Representative & Labour

Student Works
02.2017 - 08.2017
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets and helped lead the #1 sales team in Eastern Canada.
  • Built and maintained relationships with customers, while ensuring the highest level of service and satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Honours Kinesiology

Western University
London
12.2019

Biological Sciences

University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY

High School Diploma -

Saint Andrew's College
Aurora, ON
05.2014

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively
  • Exceptional leadership and coaching skills developed through athletic experience
  • Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics
  • Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Proficient in Salesforce, Salesloft, ZoomInfo, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Accomplishments

  • 2020 Dr. Claude Brown Trophy • Western University’s top athletic honour
  • 2019 Hec Crighton Award • Most Outstanding Player in U Sports Football
  • 2017, 2018 and 2019 U Sports • Academic All-Canadian
  • 2016-19 Starting QB • Western Mustangs
  • 2018 Darwin Semotiuk Award • Top Student Athlete, Football, Western University
  • 2017 Western Mustangs • Vanier Cup Champions and Game MVP
  • 2017-2019 CFL Training camps • Calgary Stampeders, Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Montreal Alouettes

Additional Information

  • Citizenships: Canadian and American


Timeline

Business Development Representative

Sidetrade
02.2023 - Current

Quarterback & Assistant Offensive Coordinator

Fehérvár Enthroners
03.2022 - 07.2022

Quarterback & Assistant Offensive Coordinator

Las Rozas Black Demons
01.2021 - 05.2021

Sever

Earl’s Tin Palace
06.2020 - 01.2021

Sales Representative & Labour

Student Works
02.2017 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Honours Kinesiology

Western University

Biological Sciences

University At Buffalo

High School Diploma -

Saint Andrew's College

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