Asanti Panton

Asanti Panton

Toyota Automotive Specialist · LAcarGUY

Los Angeles, CA

In My Own Words

With a passion for sales excellence and customer satisfaction, I thrive in fast-paced environments where relationship-building and strategic prospecting drive success. As a Sales Consultant at Toyota of Santa Monica, I have consistently exceeded expectations—surpassing monthly sales quotas by up to 120% and contributing to over $1 million in annual revenue.

My expertise lies in crafting innovative sales strategies that highlight product value, fostering brand loyalty, and elevating dealership performance. Through strong communication and negotiation skills, I ensure seamless customer experiences, high closing rates, and long-term retention.

I am always looking to connect with forward-thinking teams that value sales innovation, customer engagement, and revenue growth. Let’s connect and explore how my skills can contribute to your organization’s success!

Work Experience

Sales Consultant

LAcarGUY

2023 – Present

Associate District Manager

ADP

2022 – 2023

Small Business Services representative for Accounting Firms & Banking Partners in Los Angeles, CA • Provide payroll, tax filing, and HR solutions to businesses with 1-49 employees • Partner with internal ADP specialists to present additional services to my network and client base (Retirement, Health Plans, Workers Compensation) • Responsible for the entire sales cycle including prospecting, networking, presenting value propositions, negotiating and executing contracts, and closing deals

Burton Guide

Burton Snowboards

2021 – 2022

• Executed a lead role in driving business sales and increasing brand awareness by serving as the consumers primary point of contact through email, phone, and live chat. • Communicated with consumers on topics that include but are limited to: product education and selection, warranty inquires, billing and payments and general questions around the consumers needs. • Strong knowledge of the outdoor industry and Burton brand, specific to product technology/materials (both hardgoods and softgoods), sustainability, core brand values and advocacy for the sport. • Cross functionally work the Consumer Direct E-commerce and Flagship Store teams to share knowledge, training, and customer feedback to guide brand strategy insights, in addition to increasing brand awareness, customer acquisition, conversion and net sales.

Account Executive

theLender

2021 – 2021

Event Coordinator

O.C. Golf Events

2017 – 2021

Snowboard Instructor

Big Bear Mountain Resort

2020 – 2021

Union Organizer Intern

AFSCME

2020 – 2020

Special Events Coordinator

Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity

2019 – 2020

Production Assistant

1iota

2017 – 2017

Education

Associate's degree

Saddleback College

2015 – 2017

Bachelor of Science - BS

University of Arizona

2018 – 2020

Skills

E-CommerceCold CallingBusiness-to-Business (B2B)Lead GenerationMarketingDirect SalesSalesPublic PolicyMicrosoft suitPolicy AnalysisData AnalysisTeamworkPublic SpeakingPublic ManagementMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationLeadershipMicrosoft WordCustomer Service

Industries

LifestyleMoto & PowersportsMusicOutdoorSnowSurfTechHealth & Fitness

Connections