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Dean Hannon

Brownsdale

Summary

Results-driven professional in sales management, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in strategic planning, customer relationship management, and team leadership. Excel in communication, negotiation, and problem-solving to achieve sales targets and business growth.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Founder

DRIVE Engagement Training and Coaching
Toronto
11.2017 - Current
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to ensure the startup's smooth progression from inception.
  • Coordinated multifaceted operational activities encompassing areas like sales and product development.
  • Designed and launched innovative initiatives to expand product and service range.
  • Closed deals with clients to promote efficient operations.
  • Strategic Business Partners include Gallup, Myers Briggs, and FindMojo
  • Clients include Dyson, Sephora, Turo, Beam Suntory, Atlantic Packaging, Levelwear, Brock University, and many others.

Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Hunter Amenities Internationa;
Burlington
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Designed comprehensive sales strategies to boost product and service performance, achieving company targets.
  • Provided leadership in developing corporate goals and objectives related to sales and marketing efforts.
  • Trended and identified growth prospects by analyzing competitive markets.
  • Managed a team of sales managers throughout North America responsible for territory development and performance management.
  • Generated comprehensive marketing plans encompassing budgeting, branding strategies, and positioning efforts.

Regional Director - Sales - Western Hemisphere

American Hotel Register
Toronto
04.2011 - 01.2017
  • Supervised recruitment, selection, and onboarding of new sales personnel across Canada, Caribbean, and Central America.
  • Onboarded and energized a team of 9 high-achieving Sales Managers to surpass performance objectives.
  • Engaged in conferences and industry events to represent company image.
  • Prepared comprehensive annual budgets for multiple business units.
  • Oversaw three Regional Distribution Centres in Toronto, Vancouver and Puerto Rico.

Director of Sales - Education

Sodexo
Burlington
01.2006 - 04.2011
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key clients to ensure consistent satisfaction.
  • Qualified clients and created tailored proposals.
  • Participated in trade shows, conferences, and industry events to enhance brand visibility.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Hospitality And Tourism Management

Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto
05-1993

Skills

  • Consulting
  • Revenue development
  • Marketing
  • Team Engagement
  • Contract Negotiation

Certification

- Certifified Strengths Coach; Gallup, 2018

- MBTI Certified; Myers Brigggs, 2018

- What Motivates Me Certified Trainer: CultureWorks, 2018

- Negotiating for Success; Tableforce, 2016

- Large Account Management Process (LAMP); Miller Heiman, 2015

- Strategic and Conceptual Selling; Miller Heiman, 2014

- Wilson Learning; “The Counselor Salesperson” Certified Trainer Program, 2013

- CODE Strategic Sales Training; Wilson Learning, 2012

- Situational Sales Negotiations; BayGroup International, 2008

- Strategic & Conceptual Selling; Miller Heiman, 2007

- Winning Sales Presentation Skills; Mandel Communications, 2007

Timeline

Founder

DRIVE Engagement Training and Coaching
11.2017 - Current

Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Hunter Amenities Internationa;
01.2017 - 01.2019

Regional Director - Sales - Western Hemisphere

American Hotel Register
04.2011 - 01.2017

Director of Sales - Education

Sodexo
01.2006 - 04.2011

Bachelor of Commerce - Hospitality And Tourism Management

Toronto Metropolitan University
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