John Yannis Fotiadis
Burnaby,BC
Summary
Motivated business professional bringing thirty years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/Operator
Salesforce
04.1998 - 05.2017
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions
- Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues
- Served as principal stakeholder over the organization's complete operations
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers
In Home Sales Consultant
Canre - Sears Subcontractor
09.1992 - 01.1996
- Utilized persuasive sales techniques to convert leads into sales
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas
- Conducted market research to identify customer needs and preferences
- Travelled to an average of five calls daily with a 60% success rate for spa ] product sales
Outside Sales Representative
Pool & Spa Living
05.1988 - 11.1991
- Attended trade shows and conferences regularly to increase brand visibility.
- Boosted brand awareness, implemented promotional campaigns, and employed sales tactics as part of territory development.
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers
- Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently
Education
High School Diploma -
KOZANI
PTOLEMAISSkills
- Negotiation
- Business planning
- Consulting
- Customer Relations
- Sales tactics
- Operations management
- Business administration
Timeline
Business Owner/Operator
Salesforce
04.1998 - 05.2017
In Home Sales Consultant
Canre - Sears Subcontractor
09.1992 - 01.1996
Outside Sales Representative
Pool & Spa Living
05.1988 - 11.1991
High School Diploma -
KOZANI
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