Bud Freitas
National Sales Manager
Santa Cruz | US
Interests
Skateboarding
Surfing
Golf
Mountain biking . outdoor
Industries
Skate
Snow
Surf
In my own words
— BudI have been hands on in gaining knowledge and insight about the Action Sports Industry since age 12, surfing locally and internationally.
At age 16 I became a professional surfer which has driven me further into my love for the Action and Outdoor Sports Market. I am now a highly motivated sales representative for multiple large companies and strive to be the best salesman along with providing brand recognition for all companies I represent in Northern California.
Trajectory
Jan 2013 — Now
Sales Representative · Firewire surfboards
Manage sales for the Northern/central California territory.
Jan 2011 — Now
Sales Representative · future fins
Manage sales for the Northern/central California territory.
Sep 2010 — Now
Owner · SURF SCHOOL SANTA CRUZ, LLC
Started my Surf School with one Surfboard and now have grown my business into one of the premier Surf Schools in Santa Cruz CA. I currently have a team of five of the best surf instructors in the Northern California .
Nov 2019 — Jan 2024
VP of Sales · Buell Wetsuits & Surf
At my time with Buell, I joined when the business was nearing $1 million in revenue. Over four years, I spearheaded its expansion, driving global sales to over $8 million. My responsibilities included managing international distribution partnerships across seven countries and overseeing a team of 12 representatives within the United States.
May 2013 — Jun 2021
Sales Representative · Reef
Manage the sales and marketing for the Northern/central California territory.
