Valentin Lamberton
Montreal,QC
Summary
Experienced on-site Sales Representative with a strong track record at Viral Surf, specializing in hard goods distribution within the surfing industry across B2B markets in France, Spain, and Northern Europe. Skilled in pipeline development, negotiation, and account management, overseeing a €1.2M portfolio. Known for adaptability and strategic thinking, contributing to stronger team performance and lasting client relationships.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sales Representative
Viral Surf
Biarritz
09.2018 - 06.2025
• Led sales efforts in a €1.2 million B2B market with +70 regular customers, focusing on the south of France, northeast Spain and north Europe.
• Managed the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals in the surf industry.
• Developed comprehensive communication plans for diverse international brands.
• Managed a pro surfer team for Futures Fins in France.
• Provided technical training for sales operator.
• Collaborated with European partners, Olatu (Spain), and Daniel Surf (UK), to enhance sales strategies.
• 70% farmer, 30% hunter.
Sales Representative
UWL Surfboards
La Rochelle
01.2018 - 05.2018
• Sales development in B2B and B2C.
• Making communication plans and marketing strategies.
• 10% farmer, 90% hunter.
Education
MASTER INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT OF ACTION SPORT PRODUCTS AND PROJECTS - Management, Action Sports
Bordeaux University
Bordeaux 09.2017 - 06.2019
LICENCE STAPS SPORT MANAGEMENT - Sport Management
Nantes University
Nantes 09.2013 - 06.2016
Skills
- Adaptability
- Rigor
- Curiosity
- Team spirit
- Negotiation
- Pipeline building
- Sales closing
- Field sales
Internship
- 6-month in Viral surf as sales representative (Biarritz, France). 09/2018 - 06/2019
- 2-month in UWL Surfboards as sales development (La Rochelle, France). 01/2018 - 06/2018
- 6-month in the Las Palmas's swimming club, the CN Metropole (Canarian islands, Spain). The internship was about sportsman administration, budget and organizational. 01/2017 - 06/2017
Languages
- French (native)
- English (bilingual)
- Spanish (complete professional skills)
Hobbies and Interests
- Sports (Ice hockey, golf, gym, tennis, bicycle)
- Music (guitar, singing)
- Nature (hiking, fishing, travelling)
Personal Information
- Male
- Age: 30
- Nationality: French
- Valid Driving Licence
- Canadian work permit until 08/19/2028
Timeline
Sales Representative
Viral Surf
09.2018 - 06.2025
Sales Representative
UWL Surfboards
01.2018 - 05.2018
MASTER INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT OF ACTION SPORT PRODUCTS AND PROJECTS - Management, Action Sports
Bordeaux University
09.2017 - 06.2019
LICENCE STAPS SPORT MANAGEMENT - Sport Management
Nantes University
09.2013 - 06.2016