Chris Foggett

Experience

• 

  The Holland Group

  Jan 1997 - May 2000

  Executive Assistant

  * Hired as a data entry clerk, I quickly learned all facets of the business and was promoted to the President's assistant* Spearhead mass mailing campaigns, and oversee all other marketing efforts* Effectively follow up with prospects to schedule individual consultations and increase customer base* Developed custom PowerPoint presentations for seminars* Host and greet clients for seminars* Compile and prepared 1040 tax returns for CPA's review* Prepared investment portfolio analysis for brokers review with clients* Managed company database Show less

• 

  Curtis Marketing Associates

  May 2000 - Jan 2008

  Vice President, Co Owner

  * Manufacture sales representative for SE United States* National account manager for key accounts such as Wal-Mart, K-Mart, HSN, QVC, Six Flags Theme Parks, Anheuser Busch Theme Parks & more.* Top producing sales rep for multiple manufacturers* Maintain existing sales, while penetrating new accounts to build relationships and grow volume* Responsible for all presentations of products to individual customers, along with national trade expos* Source and establish new product lines, and develop comprehensive marketing strategies to achieve sales goals and increase brand recognition* Organized production/shipping schedules, and handled US Customs entry and transport for international manufacturers* Liaison for overseas manufactures without domestic offices* Managed all accounts payable/receivable, along with other company finances (QuickBooks) Show less

• 

  Outdoorz N More, LLC

  Apr 2004 - Feb 2007

  Treasurer, Co Owner

  * Developed and patented unique design for self contained heated air mattress* Source factories to manufacture & assemble all products. Coordinated production/shipping schedules* Coordinated with safety organizations such as UL laboratories to meet all US requirements and pass all testing to receive endorsements* Collaborated with marketing company to design retail packaging & marketing materials* Individually responsible for sales within SE United States territory, along with national key retailers* Developed and implemented national marketing campaign, including promoting company & products at all trade expos* Grew company to over 2.5 Million in sales annually* Managed all accounts payable/receivable, along with other company finances (QuickBooks) Show less

• 

  Foggetti Restaurants, Inc dba Cafe Fresco & Bakery

  Nov 2007 - Jul 2013

  Restauranteur

  * Designed and built 100 seat restaurant and bakery from the ground up* Efficiently managed all aspects of business, including BOH & FOH operations, marketing, vendors, staff, scheduling, inventory, ordering, catering events, etc* Developed menu items, product costs & profitability* Developed annual budgets, forecast revenue/profits* Effectively grew the restaurants sales and bottom line profit each year during a stagnant economy* Motivate and inspire employees to work as a team to delivery the highest quality of food and customer service* Coordinate fundraisers, and other community goodwill efforts* Serve Safe food manager certified, conducted all onsite training for employees on proper food handling and safety* Managed all accounts payable/receivable, along with other company finances (QuickBooks) Show less

• 

  RE/MAX Premier Group

  Dec 2013 - Sept 2015

  Realtor

  * Assist clients with Buying, Selling, Leasing, or Property Management transactions.* Interview clients to determine their real estate needs, and how to best fulfill their goal* Generate lists of properties that are compatible with buyers' needs and financial resources* Advise clients on market conditions, prices, financing options, and related matters* Coordinate appointments to show homes to prospective buyers* Prepare documents such as purchase agreements, listing agreements, disclosures/addendum, and leases* Promote sales of properties through participation in multiple listing services, advertisements, open houses, and syndication to over 350 websites* Compare a property with similar properties that have recently sold in order to determine its comparable market price* Advise sellers on how to make homes more appealing to potential buyers* Act as an intermediary in negotiations between buyers and sellers* Answer clients' questions regarding construction work, financing, maintenance, repairs, and appraisals* Consult with other agents, escrow companies, lenders, home inspectors, appraisers to ensure that terms and conditions of purchase agreements are met before closing dates* Coordinate property closings, overseeing signing of documents and disbursement of funds* Continuously provide relevant information to my clients Show less

• 

  Sysco

  Mar 2014 - now

  Marketing Associate

  * Grow and maintain commission based sales territory.* Consult customers on current restaurant & food trends.* Perform product cuttings to showcase features, advantages, and benefits of our product over competitors.* Assist customers with menu cost analysis and profitability.* Present new featured products & menu items to grow sales.* Business to business prospecting.* Efficiently manage and collect payments from customers.

• 

  Sysco West Coast Florida, Inc.

  Nov 2019 - now

  District Sales Manager