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Account Executive

Salesforce

Worked closely with Salesforce Account Executive and RVP to strategize on approach with top accounts and plan to progress deals from start to close. Processed 900 calls, 160 connects, and 500 emails a month.
•Sourced over $1M in revenue, collaborating with team to create a strategic plan on top accounts. Utilized sales tool such as Sales Nav to find new contacts to reach out to, exceeding all activity numbers on a daily basis. 
•Achieved all Key Performance Indicator’s (KPI’s) through making calls, emails, pipeline, meetings, and revenue for 10 out of 10-months.
•Received HiPo status based off of input and output score (Input score 170% and output score 194%).
•Ranked #1 BDR in Chicago Hub based off of input and output score.
•Won Team MVP 2X based off on dash and off dash performance. 
•Completed AE readiness program, focusing on account planning, territory mapping, tiering of accounts, intro/discovery call, mutual plan, ROI, and pricing/closing calls.

Business Development Representative

Created great first impression for prospects and customers through consistent engagement and qualification calls to better understand their business and current challenges. Provided customer service to potential and current customers explaining the Salesforce platform and sharing relevant customer stories to provide value to prospective clients. Qualified 6 or more leads daily ranging from inbound calls, chats, website downloads, content syndication from 3rd-party websites, and webinars.
•Worked side by side with Salesforce Account Executives, helping to ensure smooth hand off and proper introduction to key stakeholders within the business. 
•Maintained active engagement with new and existing leads through a tight sales cadence and creative follow-up, increasing interest in Salesforce.com.
•Surpassed all KPI’s (calls, emails, connects, pipeline, meetings-set and revenue) 9 out of 10-months.
•Ranked as a top 10 SDR (out of 50 plus reps) 9 out of 10-months based off of KPI’s.

Sales Development Representative

NCSA Next College Student Athlete

Identified and attracted prospects for inclusion in NCSA’s database and services for potential college athletes. Educated and counseled qualified prospects on college sports and academic recruiting. Met with potential company partners to demonstrate NCSA’s services and process.
•Awarded #1 Scout for 2017, developing a tight sales process and cadence. 
•Led Mentorship Program at NCSA, helping new reps ramp up quickly and more tenured reps sharpen and learn new skills to help them hit their numbers. 
•Exceeded sales expectations in every category from April 2016-2018 by creating an effective sales process.
•Promoted 4 times within NCSA in less than 2-years, for exceeding every KPI, and going above and beyond to mentor and help others.

Senior Sales Representative

Champions Sports Performance

Identified and recruited new CSP clients through brand awareness strategies such as school visits, extracurricular sports clubs, athletic games/meets, etc. throughout the country. Developed 4 different training tracks for all ages and athletic performance achievement. Hired, trained, and managed a team of 8 to deliver the highest quality of product for all clients.
•Generated sales process to follow up with prospects and customers, stating benefits of training and ensuring proper package or service. 
•Accountable for over 60% of facility revenue (~$700K) in 2015.
•Built and retained long-lasting relationships with clients, converting over 60% of membership leads to upgraded CSP services.
•Awarded Coach of the Year based on coaching and sales performance in 2015.

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Concise and actionable personal development tips help you strengthen your mindset, build resilience, and get fit.

From Burnout to Breakthrough: My journey to resilience and how I can help you thrive. 

In 2020, I landed what I thought was my dream job. But after two years of relentless grinding, I hit a wall. 

Burnout, stress, anxiety, and depression became the new norm. Approaching rock bottom fast, I knew something had to change.

I tried every hack, magic pill, and quick fix out there, but none worked. That’s when I decided to take a different approach.

Instead of seeking the easy way out, I embraced discomfort and pushed beyond my comfort zone. 

It started with small, intentional actions:

→ Cutting out alcohol and junk food 
→ Trying new things that scared me 
→ Taking the stairs instead of the elevator
→ Waking up a bit earlier for a cold shower
→ Carrying a backpack filled with rocks and heavy books

These simple acts of resilience reignited my passion and sense of purpose. I felt alive again. 

Doing hard things became my ultimate life hack, teaching me to embrace discomfort, face failure head-on, and learn by doing.

Seeing the profound impact on my life, I am now dedicated to helping others transform their lives. If my story resonates with you, here's how I can help: 

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Embrace the challenge, do hard things—and keep going.

-ROC ✌🏼

Ryan O'Connor

Huntersville Parks & Recreation

Assistant Director

Town of Huntersville

*Supervise operations of recreational & athletic divisions: manage/prepare budget, approval of program proposals, set goals & objectives for department and staff, evaluate and identify present and future program opportunities.
*Create/maintain partnerships with other departments, local businesses and community groups.
*Oversee marketing for the department: develop, update and follow annual marketing plan, manage Active Net site, town website, social media outlets, Constant Contact, SurveyMonkey, create quarterly recreation guide which is distributed to 16,000 residents, program/activity/department advertisements, press releases & media relations.
*Designed new park signage for the town
*Responsible for securing sponsorships for special events, ball field signage, adopt-a-park, league/team sponsors, facilities, and programs.  Average annual sponsorship amount of $75,000.
*Staff representative for Greenway, Trail, and Bikeway Commission.

Recreation Superintendent

Gateway Academy Child Development Centers

•Assists Director in providing effective and instructional leadership for our staff in the development, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive educational program.
•Assists in the overall operations management of the school in accordance to PCA procedures and initiatives.
•Supervise staff as assigned by Director.
•Assist in the management of administrative and financial controls, employee relations, marketing & overall school planning.
•Interacts internally with all levels of the organization, providing leadership, management and vision.
•Interacts externally with current enrollment and prospective parents, extracurricular activities organizations and vendors.

Children's World Child Development Center

Lead Teacher

Dublin Community Recreation Center

•Assisted Teen/Adult Recreation Supervisor in programming. 
•Overseeing Teen Lounge and Teen Recreational Activity Club. 
•Developed 3 fold brochures and flyers for teen, adult, and special needs programs. 
•Supervisor of Camp Project Jr. L.E.E.D.

Recreation Leader

Cincinnati Recreation Commission

•Developed and implemented structured activities based on the needs and interests of the community. 
•Supervised part-time staff, volunteers, and maintenance staff. 
•Set activity objectives and evaluate progress. 
•Collected statistical data including; attendance, membership, monies collected, and inventory on supplies. 
•Involved in planning and organizing activities, speakers, events, and outings for the senior citizen group.

Community Center Director

Cincinnati Recreation Commission / Adventure Outpost

Microsoft Office / Certified in CPR and First Aid / Rec Trac, ProCare, OnCare
Project Learning Tree, Project Wet, and Project Wild / NC Level 2 Director

Camp Activity Director

Experienced Recreation professional with a demonstrated history of working in the government administration industry. Strong community and social services professional skilled in Sales, People Management, Management, Events, Sponsorships, and Project management.  Certified Parks and Recreation Professional, Certified Play Safety Inspector, Certified Trail Master, DEI Certification. 

Advocate for greenways, trails, & bikeways within the community supporting active transportation.  I have successfully secured over $7.7 million federal funds and other grants for greenway projects in Huntersville.  Additionally, obtained over $500,000 in private donations, sponsorships and grants for events and public art in Huntersville.

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