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Vicky Vavliaras-Strezos

Richmond Hill,ON

Summary

Performance-oriented Sales Leader offering exceptional record of achievement over 20-year career. Tenacious manager with strategic and analytical approach to solving problems, bringing in customers and accomplishing profit targets. Talented in identifying and capitalizing on emerging market trends and revenue opportunities.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Executive

Pearson Canada
Toronto, ON
09.2022 - Current
  • Built and strengthened relationships with new and existing accounts to drive revenue growth.
  • Prospected new clientele through networking, cold calling, canvassing and referrals.
  • Strengthened customer relationships with proactive and collaborative approach to managing needs.
  • Recorded and maintained sales prospect and sales data within customer relationship management system.
  • Presented key decision-makers with new and updated account strategies.
  • Used targeted questioning strategies to discover insight on prospect needs and requirements.
  • Stayed abreast of competitive landscape and emerging technologies to best position brand in global marketplace.

National Sales Manager

Class Technologies
Toronto, ON
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Developed and implemented effective sales strategies and led nationwide sales team members to achieve sales targets.
  • Empowered and led driven sales team to build product awareness and exceeded revenue targets.
  • Predicted shifts in regional and national marketplaces using current industry knowledge to stay ahead of competition.
  • Collaborated with internal teams and suppliers to evaluate costs against expected market price points and set structures to achieve profit targets.
  • Negotiated and closed agreements with large School Boards/Manitoba Ministry of Ed and monitored and analyzed performance metrics.
  • Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
  • Met with customers to give sales presentations, negotiate contracts and promote services.
  • Exceeded targets by building, directing and motivating high-performing sales team.
  • Delivered web-based and live presentations covering unique benefits and advantages of Class Technologies video conferencing App.
  • Built and maintained relationships with Ministry of Ed and School Board decision making offials while providing high level of expertise.

Sales Manager

School Specialty Inc
01.2018 - 04.2022
  • Strengthened new business sales 100% with effective team leadership and staff development strategies.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Managed and motivated sales team to increase revenue by 60% within the first year of my role.
  • Collaborated with internal teams and suppliers to evaluate costs against expected market price points and set structures to achieve profit targets.
  • Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
  • Exceeded targets by building, directing and motivating high-performing sales team.
  • Led targeted training programs to educate staff on product benefits and service capabilities.
  • Established strong relationships with major accounts and key decision-makers to increase sales in designated territory.
  • Built lasting relationships with clients through outstanding customer service interactions.

Account Executive

School Specialty Inc
02.2011 - 12.2018

Responsibilities include managing the Province of Ontario

  • Built and strengthened relationships with new and existing accounts to drive revenue growth.
  • Maximized revenue by servicing accounts and proposing new products and services to established customers.
  • Prospected new clientele through networking, cold calling, canvassing and referrals.
  • Identified client business needs by gaining understanding of goals, objectives and processes.
  • Met and exceeded service level goals by identifying and achieving standards and expectations.
  • Prepared forecasts and mapped resources to most valuable opportunities.
  • Drove new business development through qualifying leads, building relationships and executing strategic sales.
  • Used targeted questioning strategies to discover insight on prospect needs and requirements.
  • Executed successful budget, talent and sales campaign development.
  • Increased profitability and pipeline development by leveraging diverse marketing channels and sales strategies.
  • Conducted informational trainings and briefings to clients on new features and updated products.

Account Executive

DB Schenker
09.2001 - 12.2009
  • Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints and promote new offerings.
  • Monitored weekly sales to write reports for senior leadership and streamline operational processes.
  • Exceeded sales goals, increased revenue and facilitated sales.
  • Implemented brand marketing and sales campaigns.
  • Maximized business potential by providing excellent customer service and ensuring 95% client retention.
  • Serviced existing accounts on regular basis to maximize revenue.
  • Performed cold-calling and follow-ups with leads to secure new revenue.
  • Prepared pricing agreements and contracts to close sales.
  • Used consultative sales approach to understand and meet customer needs.
  • Researched potential clients and markets to prepare for appointments.

Personal Banking Associate

CIBC
06.1997 - 09.2001
  • Opened, closed and updated accounts for customers.
  • Evaluated client financial positions and identified most appropriate banking products.
  • Located and pre-qualified customers for mortgages.
  • Managed escalated phone calls by applying conflict resolutions skills and extensive knowledge of bank policies, products and services.
  • Documented transactions and moved, deposited or withdrew money accurately to prevent errors.
  • Provided advice on different bank products and financial options.
  • Balanced teller drawers and ATM cash.
  • Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications and signing up for new services.

Director of Sales Canada/International Market

Kami
Toronto
04.2025 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction levels by addressing concerns promptly and providing tailored solutions.
  • Achieved regional sales targets through effective territory management and relationship building with key clients.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic plans and setting performance goals for the sales team.
  • Launched new products successfully into the market, coordinating marketing initiatives and comprehensive sales campaigns.
  • Established strong partnerships with industry influencers to expand brand recognition and drive business growth.
  • Managed team of sales representatives, providing guidance, coaching and support.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for product expansion, leading to increased revenue streams.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with headquarters, regional and other teams nationally to maintain consistent message and experience.
  • Compiled and analyzed data to determine approaches to improve sales and performance.
  • Collaborated with advertising group to create uniformity between advertising messages and retail incentives.
  • Drove sales by developing multi-million dollar contract sales.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Enhanced profitability by developing pipelines utilizing marketing and sales strategies.
  • Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to help sales campaigns reach target audiences.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to optimize end-to-end sales processes, from prospecting through post-sales support services.
  • Expanded customer base by targeting untapped markets through innovative lead generation tactics and follow-up mechanisms.
  • Connected with prospects through trade shows, cold calling and local-area networking.
  • Delivered accurate sales forecasts based on thorough analysis of historical data and current trends in order to facilitate informed decision-making at the executive level.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
  • Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

York University
Toronto, ON
04.1997

Skills

  • National accounts management
  • Strategic Account Development
  • Business Development and Planning
  • New Business Development
  • Relationship building
  • Advanced Salesforcecom user
  • Analytical problem solver
  • Staff Management

Sales Training

Challenger Sales Model

Sandler Sales Training

Miller Heiman Sales Methodology

Sales Leadership Training

Timeline

Director of Sales Canada/International Market

Kami
04.2025 - Current

Account Executive

Pearson Canada
09.2022 - Current

National Sales Manager

Class Technologies
04.2022 - 08.2022

Sales Manager

School Specialty Inc
01.2018 - 04.2022

Account Executive

School Specialty Inc
02.2011 - 12.2018

Account Executive

DB Schenker
09.2001 - 12.2009

Personal Banking Associate

CIBC
06.1997 - 09.2001

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

York University
Vicky Vavliaras-Strezos