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Samantha Davitt

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Sales
Denver | United States

Skills

  • General
  • Product
  • Channel, Partner & Ecosystem Marketing
  • Marketing Communications
  • Outside Sales
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Interests

Filmmaking
Camping
Rock climbing
Snowboarding
Hiking

Industries

Lifestyle
Outdoor
Skate
Snow
Surf
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Samantha

Sales & Marketing Leadership / Operations Management / Project Management / Integrated Marketing Strategies / Inside & Outside Sales / Business Strategy / Full Sales Lifecycle / Retail Operations / Digital Media & Marketing / Outdoor & Adventure Sports / Social Media Management / Advanced Computer Skills / Content Development / Creative Problem-Solving / Contract Negotiations / Relationship Building / Strategic Communications / Cross-Functional Collaboration ================ Dynamic and customer-centric Sales Manager and Marketing leader demonstrating expertise as sales and marketing leader, brand builder, and project manager.

Highly experienced in consultative B2B sales strategies, consistently exceeding sales goals for outdoor adventure lifestyle brands. Possess advanced skills in strategic planning, business development, creative content, multichannel marketing, and team leadership. Strong ability to manifest engaging messaging into robust brand performance through analysis of sales processes and marketing approach. Engaging and influential communicator building sustainable relationships with customers, teams, and business leaders. Build, coach, and empower talented teams, cultivating a positive workplace environment to promote creativity and collaboration.

Trajectory

Mar 2022 — Feb 2023
Operations Manager · SkiSync
Demonstrated cross-functional collaboration, project development, and process improvements in leadership of client-focused objectives. Defined the strategy and project scope to expand brand growth, market share, and revenue through development and implementation of compelling email marketing campaigns and execution of company events. Coordinate event production, logistics, and vendor selection. ● Execute leading-edge branding and marketing campaigns across digital platforms from concept to launch utilizing keyword analytics, significantly increasing audience awareness and engagement. ● Implemented planning process to successfully execute 20 ski trips per winter season for 500 to 5000 participants. ● Partner with Alterra Mountain Company to provide clients with ski passes, ensuring a positive customer experience.
Aug 2017 — Mar 2022
Sales Manager Inside AND Outside Sales · TOBE Outerwear
Executed innovative action plans to drive profitability and growth for startup, utilizing best practice sales strategies to consistently expand business portfolio. Directed and mentored sales team through the entire sales cycle utilizing best practice sales strategies, customercentric approach, and proactive follow-up to drive account growth. Built positive client relationships to gain keen understanding of specific needs, continuously communicating status of orders. ● Drove strong brand performance in design of targeted social media strategy across all platforms in alignment with company objectives, increasing pre-book sales by 42%. ● Maximized team performance through training, coaching, setting sales goals, and cultivating a culture of teamwork and collaboration, increasing employee retention. ● Delivered data-driven insights through research and analysis of changing trends and competitive landscape, identifying strategic opportunities for growth. ● Accelerated account growth through nationwide site visits, building solid retailer relationships, delivering compelling presentations, and facilitating product training, resulting in acquisition and management of 40 accounts. ● Boosted brand recognition by attending industry trade shows and promotional events, generating over $900K in sales revenue within three years.
Aug 2017 — Mar 2021
Sales Manager, Inside & Outside Sales · TOBE Outerwear
Leveraging my extensive professional experience, I'm in charge of coaching our sales team, setting sales quotas and goals, and fostering a solid team environment. My job is to travel throughout the United States to open new accounts, solidify relationships with retailers, and deliver product training. I oversee the entire sales cycle using a customer-focused approach and proactive follow up to ensure continued account growth. I also attend trade shows and promotional events to bolster brand recognition.
Sep 2016 — Apr 2017
LEAD SNOWBOARD INSTRUCTOR · Winter Park Resorts - Winter Park, CO
Recognized by senior managers as a snowboarding expert by delivering detailed instructions to safely maneuver snowboard for novice and professionals; pinpointed customer needs to develop/initiate family lesson plans and extensive resort packages. Implemented entertaining activities and basic training sessions while directing the children’s center.
Jan 2014 — Oct 2015
BRAND AMBASSADOR · Brooklyn Brewery - Brooklyn, NY
While working with Brooklyn Brewer, I organized and attended events at various locations across the Tri-state area. I collaborated with the Regional Sales Manager to build sales strategies and goals, track our progress, and monitor overall sales performance. Key Achievements: • Enhanced brand awareness and recognition by sharing product samples and promotional materials while also engaging with potential customers.
Aug 2013 — Jan 2015
SALES REPRESENTATIVE · Launch Snowboards - New Jersey
Earlier in my car eer, I drove business development by identifying growth opportunities and closing sales. I also built our sales team and trained them to present and sell premium performance snowboards and apparel.
Jun 2012 — Jun 2014
ASSISTANT EDITOR · Frame: Runner - Manhattan, NY
Strategically acquired/sustained well-established client relationships to set-up directing calls with major clients such as Comedy Central, HBO, The History Channel and The Metropolitan Opera. Completed editing procedures on Final Cut Pro 7/X and Avid Symphony to ensure accuracy and target audiences while providing comprehensive assistance to ease production process on-set.

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Education history

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The University of Vermont

BA | 2008 - 2012

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Connections

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Kristen Fejtek

Events and Partnerships Specialist
Burton Snowboards

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