Ryan Danalewich
Canton
Summary
Dynamic Sales Manager with 11+ years of progressive experience in promotional sales leadership. Excel at building high-performing sales teams, developing client relationships, and driving consistent revenue growth. Recognized for rapid promotion to Sales Manager and successfully reviving underperforming teams to exceed sales targets through strategic coaching, cross-selling, and business development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
Lightsaber Promotions
Blairsville, GA
08.2015 - Current
- Promoted within two years to lead and revive a failing sales team; quickly implemented effective selling strategies and coaching that enabled the team to meet and exceed monthly sales goals within months.
- Led sales team performance by providing ongoing training, motivation, and active lead pursuit, resulting in consistent achievement of organizational targets over 11 years.
- Built and maintained strong, long-term relationships with high-volume accounts, driving repeat business and sustained revenue.
- Partnered with clients to expand product variety and offerings, directly supporting their business growth and increasing overall sales volume.
- Delivered exceptional consultative sales support by quickly assessing customer needs, recommending optimal solutions, and utilizing cross-selling techniques to maximize opportunities.
- Maintained a high-energy, professional approach while managing team operations under pressure to ensure excellent customer experiences.
Meat/Seafood Department Associate
Ingles Markets
Young Harris, GA
10.2013 - 08.2015
- Delivered outstanding customer service in a fast-paced retail setting, assisting with product selection, answering in-depth questions, and resolving customer needs to build loyalty and drive departmental sales.
- Honed foundational sales, communication, and problem-solving skills that supported rapid advancement into sales leadership.
Education
High School Diploma - Information Technology
Ida S. Baker High School
01-2013
Skills
- Sales Team Leadership & Motivation
- Sales Strategy & Goal Setting
- Client Acquisition & Retention
- Consultative Selling & Cross-Selling
- Performance Coaching & Training
- Account Management
- Business Development
- Pipeline & Lead Management
- Customer Relationship Building
- Revenue Growth & Target Attainment
Timeline
Sales Manager
Lightsaber Promotions
08.2015 - Current
Meat/Seafood Department Associate
Ingles Markets
10.2013 - 08.2015
High School Diploma - Information Technology
Ida S. Baker High School