Rocky Surace

Rocky Surace

Sales Executive · GEMKO Information Group

Tonawanda, NY

In My Own Words

Have had many life experiences in my short time that have shaped a unique perspective on the world. In short I know I wasn't meant to fall in to the routine of what "life" is today, clocking in the 9-5 going to work and paying bills. There is something more there and I am determined to find it. I am simply not willing to sacrifice my passions for a pay check.

My strengths come in my critical thinking and problem solving abilities. I have a need to see the whole picture, not just one part, making the best possible decisions with all the information available and challenging assumptions on the way.

I'm best when the pressure is on and their is a sense of urgency, I thrive in the 4th quarter.

Work Experience

Sales Executive

GEMKO Information Group

2016 – Present

- Establish relationships with key IT personnel on a consulting basis - Create effective solutions via technology to counter toughest business challenges facing the business to help them realize a return on their investment

New Business Developement Manager

A&A Beauty Supply

2013 – 2015

• Active member of the management team, normally consulted on decisions and directions of the company as a whole • Developed Company proposals which lead to the acquisition of 4 major product lines that resulted in incremental company growth • Coordinated the development and execution of an effective strategy for gaining new clients with the company which lead to an increase of 1,780 clients in 2014 and an additional 1,058 clients as of June for 2015 • Regularly involved with both the store and street sales team, developing and managing new strategies for them to gain new clients • Spear headed a number of sales trainings for the staff in consultative selling strategies

Personal trainer

Proformance Sports Training

2011 – 2013

• Made cold calls, managed scheduling for 6 trainers, handled customer service situations • Trained athletes one on one or in a group or teams of up to 30 athletes • Maintained a portfolio of a wide range of clients, creating detailed programs for a variety of needs and goals Main focus was teaching speed mechanics, strength and conditioning, to improve athleticism

Education

Bachelors of Science in Marketing

Niagara University

2008 – 2012

Bachelors of Science in Marketing

Masters of Business Administration

Niagara University

2012 – 2013

Masters of Business Administration

Interests

Tai chiPhysicsMarketingScienceSnowSpaceCreativityOutdoorsInnovationThinking processes

Industries

GolfCreative AgenciesLifestyleMoto & PowersportsMusicOutdoorRunSnowStreetwearSurfTechWakeYogaHealth & Fitness

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