Mark Ross
Work experience
Deviation Ski & Snowboard Works
Global Sales Manager | 12/2017 - Current
Global Sales Manager, Deviation Ski & Snowboard Works (2017 – Present). 100%, Made By Me®, Custom high-performance skis & snowboards handcrafted in Portland, Oregon – www.deviationworks.com.
• Responsible for developing global channel strategy and sales infrastructure for the achievement of revenue generation as well as segment profitability - aligning with company mission, vision, goals and objectives.
• Integrating and acquiring new business across multiple disciplines including domestic retail, international distribution and direct-to-consumer – 300% increase in core retail business within 15 months.
• Ensure proper vetting, seamless execution and ongoing success of a national sales team in the acquisition of new business, product demos, marketing and social media (including athletes and brand ambassadors).
• Acquired $40,000 in state grant money to accelerate and support international business initiatives.
• Targeted and gained access to 350 independent retailers via buying groups (NBS, SSL, SMC)
