RUSSELL CRAWFORD
Saint Simons Island
Summary
Dynamic business consultant with over 20 years of executive experience, specializing in driving revenue growth and operational excellence for Fortune 500 companies. Expertise in crafting innovative sales strategies, developing robust channel partnerships, and spearheading digital transformation across diverse sectors including aerospace, industrial, retail, and utilities. Skilled in fostering trusted client relationships and leading impactful change initiatives that yield measurable business outcomes through data-driven insights. Committed to leveraging strategic vision and analytical acumen to enhance organizational performance and achieve sustainable success.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Coastal Oaks Marketing, LLC
2021 - Current
- Multimillion dollar Consulting and Manufacturers' Representative firm providing business growth and brand development solutions for manufacturers and distributors serving Fortune 500 clients.
- Lead consulting engagements focused on digital sales enablement, market expansion, and performance management.
- Advise executive teams on sales optimization, marketing strategy, and operational improvements.
- Implement client acquisition models and partnership programs that strengthen supplier relationships and drive revenue growth.
- Clients include ACE Hardware, Boost Oxygen, Home Depot, Kimberly-Clark, NSL Aerospace, Socket Solutions, United Airlines, and Walmart.
Vice President of Sales
Stag Enterprise, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2020
- Designed and executed growth strategies that increased sales from $1 M to $25 M +.
- Oversaw all national sales, contract negotiation, and RFP processes with Fortune 500 customers and vendors.
- Established new distribution channels, expanding product reach in multiple verticals.
- Partnered with purchasing, engineering, and marketing teams to deliver integrated supply and sales solutions.
- National distributor serving aerospace, utility, and industrial/MRO markets.
Area Manager
Tyco International
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Improved regional revenue performance by 80% + through strategic account development and market expansion.
- Built executive relationships across industrial clients, improving customer loyalty and retention.
- Awarded Chairman’s Council (1999) for exceptional sales achievement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Finance
Georgia Southern University
01.1990
High School Diploma - undefined
North Cobb High School
01.1986
Skills
- Business & Technology Consulting
- Strategic Sales Growth
- Market & Data Analysis
- Contract & Vendor Management
- Digital Marketing Strategy
- B2B Channel Development
- Program & Project Oversight
- Executive Relationship Management
- Negotiation & Leadership
Timeline
Vice President of Sales
Stag Enterprise, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2020
Area Manager
Tyco International
01.1997 - 01.1999
High School Diploma - undefined
North Cobb High School
President
Coastal Oaks Marketing, LLC
2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Finance
Georgia Southern University