SARAH K. HOLT125 Item Avenue • Mobile, AL 36607 • holtsarahk@gmail.com • (251) 458-7279

EDUCATION Auburn University Auburn, ALAugust 2006 Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Professional Option: Marketing

EXPERIENCEDec 14 – Mar 15 Joe Bullard Infiniti of Mobile Mobile, AL Luxury Car Sales Representative

• Sold first vehicle within 5 days of hire, prior to receiving any online product or sales training• Sold second vehicle within first 45 days of hire, prior to receiving manager directed sales training• Sold demo vehicle to purchasing customer without customer even viewing actual vehicle pur-

chased• Exhibited excellent communication skills by being a clear and confident communicator• Developed and maintained client database, with focus on building an ongoing relationship and

continuing communication with customers in order to encourage networking and repeat business• Maintained positive attitude through purchasing process - exuding optimism and positivity.• Confidently presented new and pre-owned vehicles to customers in an attractive and highly infor-

mative fashion to promote a prompt sale• Acted as a well-informed adviser with all inclusive knowledge on vehicle selection, performance,

accessories, efficiencies, safety, features and functions, and financing options associated with new and used vehicle inventory

Oct 13 – Dec 14 Kress Live Biloxi, MS Promotion Specialist, VIP Hostess, Publicity Model

• Markets and promotes venue specific events• Develops and maintains personal clientele list• Performs in a public relations capacity when promoting Kress Live productions• Organizes and prioritizes service per appropriate service sequence

Jul 12 – Apr 13 Advance Mortgage & Investment Company Spanish Fort, AL Loan Officer Assistant

• Assisted top two producers in generating almost $500,000 in revenue within 9 months• Supported one or more loan officers in closing 112 loans within 9 months• Aided top producer in setting company record for closed loans within third month of employment

(closing 18 loans when company average was less than 4 per employee)• Served as liaison between loan officer and client; liaison between loan officer and processor; liai-

son between processor, underwriter, and client.• Organized and tracked all active loans; monitored the status of each loan file • Obtained borrower applications and pre-qualification documents• Reviewed required forms & obligatory documents for accuracy and completion• Identified potential problems during loan approval process and devised applicable solutions• Obtained updated financial statements, credit reports, and other financial information to maintain

the servicing file• Coordinated with borrower and/or insurance agent for lapsed, expiring, or inadequate insurance • Ordered preliminary Flood Certification, Title Policy, Payoff and Appraisal reports• Provided continuous assistance to loan customers throughout loan process; answered questions

in a timely manner and provided detailed information pertaining to their relationship• Assisted in the profitability of the company for growth through maintaining and managing pipe-

lines for the top two producers

Oct 09 – Apr 12 Anytime Fitness, LLC Mobile, AL Sales & General Manager / Business Strategies Consultant / Contract Employee

• Sole employee responsible for business/sales development and management of day-to-day oper-ations for a health club with over 700 members and accounts

• Increased membership sales through adept ability to assess prospect’s needs and convey com-pany’s ability to meet those needs through focus on quality of service and integrity

• Developed/maintained relationships and identified/qualified customers and referral sources to en-sure attainment of company business goals

• Managed and pursued leads by maintaining detailed records of external referral sources and scheduled a minimum of 20 daily appointments

• Successfully attained department targets, including increased revenue growth and increased member retention rates

• Increased revenue from product sales by over 150% within first 3 months of employment• Lowered membership cancellation rate from 30% to less than 5% within first month• Displayed a strong customer service focus through professional and timely responses to requests

from current client base and inquires from potential prospects• Superior ability to build rapport by consistently displaying a friendly and enthusiastic attitude• Directly responsible for management and accuracy of all sales systems reports• Conducted on-site and community-based presentations and seminars to obtain leads while pro-

moting company image as the ultimate provider and leader in health club services• Served as contract employee (after relinquishing management position held for 16 months) re-

sponsible for creating customized course of action plan for national marketing campaign, promot-ing and advertising products/services across social networking platforms, outside lead generation at community events

Jan 07 – Jan 09 Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions Birmingham, ALSales & Marketing Manager / Recruiter / Pre College Business Developer

• 80% of weekly sales activity spent outside of office covering territory• 85% of in-office activity spent cold calling and prospecting new clients• Increased territory’s market annually by 111.2% when regional growth was 36.2%• Managed up to 15 employees and lead employee development workshops• Managed sales and marketing initiatives of 11 different product lines within defined territory• Identified, pursued and developed new business relationships and opportunities throughout state

of Alabama through cold calls and appointments to generate revenue • Built and nurtured relationships with clients/community through field based marketing to increase

company visibility, brand recognition, and positive word of mouth• Created, implemented, and executed strategic territory sales and marketing plans• Collaborated with Area Marketing Director to develop comprehensive products & sales presenta-

tions aimed at obtaining new business development within defined territory• Negotiated successful sales contracts, business partnerships and corporate sponsorships• Organized and lead educational seminars and presentations to audiences of 500+

Jan 04 – Dec 06 Premiere Tan Auburn, ALAssistant Manager / Marketing Consultant

• Generated approximately 35% of customer membership purchases monthly• Achieved top seller status out of 13 in sales, increasing store revenue by over 17%• Personally activated almost 30 new accounts each month when employee average was 2• Placed product orders and communicated with vendors • Audited daily sales and made cash and check bank deposits, supervised 12 employees

Oct 13 & 14, 2006 Octagon Marketing & ESPN College Game Day Auburn, ALContract Promotion Specialist - Volunteer

• Selected from hundreds of applicants to operate behind the scenes at the VIP tent as a personal representative of Auburn University, ESPN, The Home Depot, and Octagon Marketing

ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS Miss Atlanta Scholarship Pageant Board of Directors, Founding Co-Chair Delacroix Place Neighborhood

Organization, Team Lead for United Way Day of Caring, Blues & Grooves Fest Donation Procurer for Down Syndrome Society of Mobile County, Bay Area Food Bank Volunteer

KEY SKILLSWell Planned, Self Reliant, Enthusiastic, Driven Work Ethic, Proactive Problem Solver, Leadership and Team Work, Negotiation and Persuasion, Initiative, Proven Ability to Close Deals, Strong Verbal/Written Communication, Detail Oriented, Efficient, Perseverance and MotivationWindows, Mac, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Office Suite, Social Networking Platforms

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