Chris McDonald
Owner
San Diego | United States
Skills
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Interests
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Industries
Bike
Lifestyle
Outdoor
Snow
In my own words
— ChrisSoCal Sales Manager for Brew Dr Kombucha
Trajectory
Sep 2017 — Now
SoCal Sales Manager · Brew Dr Kombucha
SoCal Sales Manager
Mar 2016 — Now
Key Account Manager · Pickle Juice Sport
PicklePower.com
Manage and increase national accounts
Negotiate and manage national distribution- KeHe, UNFI, J&B Distributors
Established West Coast Brokerage with Optimum Sales and Marketing
Designed and implemented self sustaining, national brand ambassador program
Sourced and designed cycling kits and merchandise from international suppliers.
Increased national retail presence and local cycling shops.
Plan, attend, and execute national trade shows.
Jan 2005 — Now
Owner · Charm City DJing
Own and operate a mobile DJ business, taking care of all aspects of the company from administration, sales, execution, and customer service. www.charmcitydjing.com
Sep 2013 — Mar 2016
Dealer Sales Manager · Simpson Strong-Tie
Territory Sales Manager
Aug 2013 — Aug 2015
Territory Manager · Simpson Strong Tie
• Manage 65 Home Depot accounts throughout MD, VA, and DE, creating direct relationships with management.
• Responsible for growing the retail business, training employees, increasing revenue, facilitating issues, and offering exemplary customer service.
• Develop sales plans to increase special order sales, reach monthly sales quotas, and meet project deadlines.
• Communicate field research with the National Accounts Manager, highlighting best practices, key strategies, and competitor intelligence.
Jan 2004 — Jun 2008
Brand Ambassador · Monster Energy Drink
Event setup, breakdown, and promote brand awareness via guerrilla marketing strategies.
Activity
Education history
University of Baltimore
Bachelors | 2003 - 2008
