Darren Jacko
Tillsonburg,ON
Summary
Dynamic Territory Sales Representative with a proven track record at Nigava Sports, excelling in sales strategy development and lead generation. Cultivated strong client relationships, driving significant sales growth through impactful product demonstrations and promotional events. Adept at territory management, leveraging CRM tools to enhance customer interactions and foster long-term partnerships.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Territory Sales Representative
Nigava Sports
Lambert-de-Lauzon QC
09.2025 - Current
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients to drive sales growth.
- Executed product demonstrations to effectively showcase features and benefits.
- Conducted market research to identify potential sales opportunities and customer needs.
- Collaborated with marketing team to implement promotional campaigns and events.
Territory Sales Representative
Direct Factory Sales
09.2016 - 09.2025
- Managed territory accounts, ensuring timely follow-ups on leads and inquiries.
- Provided feedback on customer preferences to influence product development strategies.
- Utilized CRM software for tracking sales activities and managing customer interactions.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance product knowledge and sales techniques.
Territory Manager
Kolder Canada
Bradford, ON
05.2016 - 07.2016
Territory Sales Representative
KTL Canada / Big Rock Sports
Mississauga, ON
09.2007 - 05.2016
- Organized successful promotional events within the territory that drove brand awareness and generated new leads for the company.
- Enhanced product knowledge among customers by conducting informative presentations and demonstrations.
- Optimized route planning for account visits, reducing travel time and allowing for increased face-to-face interactions with clients.
- Established trust with clients through consistent follow-ups, leading to long-term partnerships and repeat business.
Territory Sales Representative
Agrospray Limited
Tillsonburg, ON
01.1998 - 09.2007
Sales Associate
KTL Canada
Mississauga, ON
01.1994 - 09.1998
Education
Marketing
Mcmaster University
Hamilton, Ontario09-1998
Marketing - Business Administration And Management
Sheridan College
05-1988
Skills
- Sales strategy development
- Product knowledge
- Territory management
- Lead generation
Accomplishments
Won the Rick Amsbury award for the Canadian fishing Hall of Fame. I started a fishing Program Called EDUCAST fishing Program for High school students. ITs a way to get them away from a lot of things and into the outdoors. We've had great industry support from our infancy and have schools travel from each end of the province hosting ruffly 1000 students a day for two events.
Languages
English
Timeline
Territory Sales Representative
Nigava Sports
09.2025 - Current
Territory Sales Representative
Direct Factory Sales
09.2016 - 09.2025
Territory Manager
Kolder Canada
05.2016 - 07.2016
Territory Sales Representative
KTL Canada / Big Rock Sports
09.2007 - 05.2016
Territory Sales Representative
Agrospray Limited
01.1998 - 09.2007
Sales Associate
KTL Canada
01.1994 - 09.1998
Marketing
Mcmaster University
Marketing - Business Administration And Management
Sheridan College