Chris Andersen
Management and Sales Professional · Vertical Drop Ski Shop
Cincinnati, OH
In My Own Words
Results-driven General Manager with 10+ years of experience in sales and management. Proven track record of success in driving business growth, leading high-performing teams, and exceeding revenue targets. Skilled in all aspects of business operations, from sales and marketing to financial management. Committed to delivering exceptional customer service and fostering positive relationships with clients.
Work Experience
General Manager
Vertical Drop Ski Shop2017 – 2025
- Successfully manage all aspects of business operations, including sales, marketing, and finance. - Develop and implement strategic plans to drive revenue, resulting in 10% year over year growth for 3 consecutive years. - Cultivate and maintain positive client relationships through exceptional customer service and proactively resolving issues contributing to long-term client loyalty. - Manage product sourcing and curation to create a compelling showroom tailored to address client needs and industry demands. - Engage directly with manufacturers and sales representatives to identify growth strategies and uncover new business opportunities. - Design impactful and engaging advertisements for both digital and print platforms.
Co Manager
Vertical Drop Ski Shop2015 – 2017
- Lead a high-performing team of employees, ensuring their professional development and motivation. - Oversee inventory management, procurement, and vendor relationships. - Oversee all service and repair operations per NSSRA standards and regulations, including, coordinating 2,000+ ski binding work orders per season, training service technicians, and quality control. - After 2 years of success increasing profitability, promoted to General Manager and continue the responsibilities of Co-Manager.
Store Manager
Journeys2013 – 2015
- Hired, trained, and supervised new, high performing team members, ensuring exceptional customer service and adherence to company policies. - Developed and implemented sales strategies to achieve targets and drive revenue growth resulting in overachievement of LY goals by 15% month over month for 6 consecutive months.
Education
Colorado Mountain College
2010 – 2012
University of Cincinnati
2008 – 2010