Raymond Rask III
St Louis
Summary
Seasoned Sales Representative with exceptional success in business-to-business and business-to-consumer sales within multiple industries. Proven track record in exceeding sales goals, growing business and expanding territories. Accomplished in overseeing day-to-day business operations and fostering relationships with customers and clients for sustained business growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Account Executive
Da-Com
04.2023 - Current
- Developed sales strategies for targeted market growth and increased profitability.
- Negotiated pricing, contracts, and terms with key clients to secure new business deals.
- Conducted regular sales presentations to showcase company offerings and demonstrate product value.
- Optimized CRM data utilization by keeping accurate records of all client interactions.
- Engaged in daily cold calls in-person and via telephone and followed up with small business prospects monthly to verify pipeline sufficiency.
Sales Specialist
Power Play Beverage
09.2018 - 04.2023
- Helped established this start-up from its very beginnings
- Built rapport with customers and assessed needs to make product recommendations and upsell
- Prospected continuously for new potential customers and maintained a robust conversion rate with over 100 accounts from Saint Louis to Kansas City
- Educated customers about product features and benefits to aid in selecting the best options for each individual's needs
Stay at Home Dad
No Employer
12.2017 - 09.2018
- I fell ill causing parilyzation
- Spent this time in the hospital and in physical therapy.
Dispatch, Advertising Sales Representative
Saint Louis Post
11.2017 - 12.2017
- Consulted with existing clients on how to get the best value out of their advertising budget with us
- Prospected new clients by showing them how we could help their companies grow and be more profitable.
Front of House Manager
Syberg’s Family Restaurants
06.2015 - 11.2017
- Implemented procedures and controls for the opening of the company’s new location in Arnold, Missouri
- This location quickly grew to one of the top revenue producing Sybergs branded restaurants
- Oversaw inventory management, quality control, and scheduling of staff.
Front of House Manager
Lester’s Restaurant
03.2014 - 06.2015
- Managed weekly liquor orders and liquor inventory
- In charge of scheduling for front of house staff
- Organized and oversaw day to day operations.
Advertising Consultant
Yellow Pages
05.2013 - 03.2014
- Handled a book of business with over 200 clients along with prospecting new clients to increase revenue
- Made a minimum of 50 phone calls a day to existing and new clients, consulting with them on avenues to grow their businesses
- Ranked in the top five percent of over 60 sales representatives in the department.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Psychology
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO05.2002
Associates - Marine Biology
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI05.2000
Skills
- Persuasive Negotiations
- Materials Take-Offs
- Educating Consumers
- Lead Generation Management
- Client Needs Assessment
- Building Customized Solutions
- Active Learning
- Marketing and Sales
Timeline
Sales Account Executive
Da-Com
04.2023 - Current
Sales Specialist
Power Play Beverage
09.2018 - 04.2023
Stay at Home Dad
No Employer
12.2017 - 09.2018
Dispatch, Advertising Sales Representative
Saint Louis Post
11.2017 - 12.2017
Front of House Manager
Syberg’s Family Restaurants
06.2015 - 11.2017
Front of House Manager
Lester’s Restaurant
03.2014 - 06.2015
Advertising Consultant
Yellow Pages
05.2013 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science Degree - Psychology
Lindenwood University
Associates - Marine Biology
Roger Williams University
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