Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Community Service
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Matthew Stashick

Arnprior,ON

Summary

Dynamic sales leader with a proven track record at Acosta Group Canada, recognized for exceeding targets through innovative strategies and strong client relationship management. Expertise in fostering collaboration and creativity within teams, driving significant growth and market expansion in the food industry. Committed to setting new standards of success through effective engagement and training initiatives.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Retail Sales Representative

Acosta Group
Ottawa, ON
08.2022 - Current
  • Mentored eight new team members across Ottawa and Eastern Ontario.
  • Oversaw and implemented the new territories for Eastern Ontario and the Ottawa Region in 2023 and 2024.
  • Conducted client collaboration sessions with Freshpet and High Liner Foods in Fall 2023 to enhance business performance.
  • Secured numerous victories in contests for Barilla 3X, Danone 2X, High Liner Foods 2X, PVM, Bush, Sabra, and Voortman.
  • Ensured high-quality intelligence for all client interactions.
  • Assisted in closing gaps in open territories.

Board Treasurer

Arnprior & District Child Care Services
Arnprior, ON
06.2020 - Current
  • Crafted and executed robust financial guidelines to promote organizational integrity.
  • Worked with the board to establish financial targets.
  • Managed grant applications, boosting financial resources.
  • Maintained stringent compliance with all regulations, including taxes and audits.
  • Participated in creating a strategy for future organizational success.

Training & Recruitment Coordinator

Old Dutch Foods Ltd
Ottawa, ON
05.2015 - 08.2022
  • Trained new hires on operating handheld invoicing systems.
  • Transformed training strategies to address internal challenges with staff retention.
  • Conducted regular assessments of content and plans to optimize delivery.
  • Guided new employees, enhancing staff development.
  • Ensured successful task management through coaching of 75 incoming staff.

Business Development Manager

Old Dutch Foods Ltd
Greater Toronto Area
10.2012 - 12.2014
  • Leveraged data to formulate innovative sales and marketing strategies, driving significant growth.
  • Advanced sales and account management team members into leadership roles to enhance company growth.
  • Increased company growth by expanding market reach.
  • Implemented change strategies to boost sales by more than 20%.
  • Conducted employee performance evaluations.

Sales Representative

Old Dutch Foods Ltd
Arnprior, ON
12.2007 - 10.2012
  • Surpassed set sales objectives, boosting customer retention by 30%.
  • Conducted outbound cold calls to identify new business opportunities.
  • Enhanced customer relationships by identifying and resolving issues promptly.
  • Built long-lasting business relationships through key networking and partnership efforts.
  • Successfully managed 65 accounts in a specified region.

Store Manager

Sports Zone
Arnprior, ON
05.2004 - 12.2007
  • Served customers by addressing their needs and providing solutions.
  • Managed daily operations and scheduled weekly staff hours.
  • Oversaw business finances utilizing Simply Accounting Software.
  • Managed incoming product reception and display, ensuring alignment with promotions.
  • Increased sales by 40% through cultivating customer relationships.

Education

2 Year Diploma - Business Marketing

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
12.2007

3 Year Diploma - Business Administration, Operations Management

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
04.2007

Skills

  • Written and oral communication
  • Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution
  • Strong Organizational Skills
  • Leadership
  • Time management
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Business development and planning
  • Multitasking
  • Data analysis
  • Networking proficiency
  • MS Office Suite, Simply Accounting, Adobe

Certification

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder, 08/2019
  • Mental Health First Aid, 04/2019
  • Opioid Overdose Response Training, 04/2019
  • Suicide Prevention and Awareness, 03/2019
  • Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C, 08/2018
  • Ontario Worker Health and Safety Awareness, 08/2014

Community Service

  • Vice President, Arnprior Optimist Club, Arnprior, ON, 09/2024, Current
  • Board Treasurer, Arnprior & District Child Care Services (ADCCS), Arnprior, ON, 06/2020, Current
  • Volunteer, Arnprior Optimist Club, Arnprior, ON, 02/2019, Current
  • Board of Directors Member, Arnprior & District Child Care Services (ADCCS), Arnprior, ON, 12/2018, Current
  • Volunteer, Arnprior Regional Health Foundation, Arnprior, ON, 12/2018, 12/2022
  • Volunteer, Town of Arnprior, Arnprior, ON, 07/2016, 12/2022
  • Coach, Arnprior Minor Baseball, Arnprior, ON, 05/2002, 09/2007
  • Coach, Arnprior Minor Hockey Association, Arnprior, ON, 09/2000, 04/2004

Accomplishments

  • Achieved The Town of Arnprior Award 06/2004

Timeline

Retail Sales Representative

Acosta Group
08.2022 - Current

Board Treasurer

Arnprior & District Child Care Services
06.2020 - Current

Training & Recruitment Coordinator

Old Dutch Foods Ltd
05.2015 - 08.2022

Business Development Manager

Old Dutch Foods Ltd
10.2012 - 12.2014

Sales Representative

Old Dutch Foods Ltd
12.2007 - 10.2012

Store Manager

Sports Zone
05.2004 - 12.2007

2 Year Diploma - Business Marketing

Algonquin College

3 Year Diploma - Business Administration, Operations Management

Algonquin College
Matthew Stashick