Michele Flamer-Powell
Sales, Training and Management Consultant · M. Flamer Consulting
Beaverton, OR
In My Own Words
A sales, merchandising and training development management professional of consumer product goods at both the wholesale and retail level. Ability to manage and lead a team of independent sales rep organizations and identify and sell to large clients within the outdoor, gift and travel industry. Michele has a proven track record in leadership that crosses several genres, and has strong networking skills to work across multiple organizations. Michele also enjoys helping companies think and plan strategically to grow smart; while continuing to grow an expansive network of strong relationships and key partnerships spanning several industries. Working along side creative entrepreneurs has strengthened Michele's ability to work well under pressure with short term and long term goals. In her current role, Michele has been managing and training sales teams for over 10 years. She recently served on three boards; one is The National Association of Retail Buyers, and the second was The Outdoor Industries Woman Coalition (now Cambers Outdoors) and the third was Hike it Baby.
Work Experience
Sales, Training and Management Consultant
M. Flamer Consulting2004 – Present
National Director of Sales Independent sales and management consultant serving as National Sales Director for multiple national and international companies, including Hydroflask, Poo Pourri, Boody, Sock it to Me and more.
• Identify, develop and execute sales strategies for multimillion-dollar companies • Hire, train and manage national and international sales teams • Challenge and inspire teams to achieve sales results, while fostering a fun and positive environment • Develop and nurture existing key accounts and open new accounts • Extensive national and international travel for events including executive meetings, tradeshows, rep training and key account development
