William S.

Experience

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  United States Marine Corps

  May 1995 - May 2015

  -Lead a cadre of Academic and Practical Application Instructor's to provide professional advice and consult on matter of academics, instructional systems design, Systems Approach to Training (SAT), Formal Schools Management, Marine Corps Training Information Management System (MCTIMS) and adult learning theory. Certified as a Senior Instructor ensuring the training and education management continuum for students are implemented and evaluated. -Validate the development of Programs of Instruction with audits and after action reports briefing to management recommendations for course modification if prescribed course material fails to meet lesson objectives. -Delivered classroom lessons and practical application to over 100 Marines providing over 2000 hours of formal instruction.-Responsible for licensing and qualifying Marines as Assault Amphibian operator’s.Implemented and supervised occupational risk management controls during, all instruction and training exercises.-Used effective listening skills and attention to detail to conduct day to day operations.-Demonstrated experience developing and delivering effective presentations.Demonstrated ability to interface and collaborate with internal and external unit personnel, peers, management, and education professionals to develop training solutions that supported program of instruction (POI). Show less -Interprets research and development of T&E strategy, policy, practices, metrics, and procedures and implements direction and guidance.-Proposes development of evaluation methodology and framework.-Proposes identification of T&E direction and guidance applicable to the Service/agency.-Serves as or supports the program’s T&E office representative at T&E meetings and other forums.-Manages tracking/auditing of the T&E aspects of products/systems in the acquisition process and identifies T&E issues.-Develops and coordinates T&E strategies, test and evaluation master plans (TEMPs), test concepts, and test plans.-Proposes approaches for development of the T&E career management plan for recruiting, training, and retaining a professional T&E workforce.-Proposes development and execution of T&E processes, standards, methods, and techniques. Show less

  • Program Manager

    May 1995 - May 2015

  • Product Development Manager

    May 1995 - May 2015
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  C.H.I. Overhead Doors

  May 2015 - Dec 2019

  - Assess the strengths and weaknesses of the sales team and manage the sales program accordingly-Monitor the Architectural Sales program on 500+ accounts and pinpoint ways to penetrate new markets-Supervise Direct Reports-Provide on-the-ground support for sales associates as they generate leads and close new deals-Meet with customers to discuss their evolving needs and to assess the quality of our company’s relationship with them-Develop and implement new sales initiatives, strategies and programs to capture key demographics.-Provide daily report of field sales success to superiors. Show less -Assist in establishing and execution of plan to increase CHI’s architectural specification presence. -Analyze market trends and competition to develop an architectural strategy for continuing education credits and presentations.-Develop and maintain relationships within the architectural community to promote the C.H.I. brand, existing products, and new products. -Advise management of new products and services required to serve the architectural community.-Assist Marketing with objectives and the implementation of communications. Includes literature, trade shows, new product samples, promotions, and any communications required to achieve architectural development goals.-Develop an understanding, including applicable market research, of customer needs and the buying and selling process. Customers include design builders, general contractors, Architects, Engineers, and National Accounts.-Train sales force and other inside and outside personnel to support the architectural outreach.-Monitor competitive architectural activity and develop strategies for maximizing competitive advantage Show less

  • National Manager of Architectural Sales

    May 2015 - Dec 2019

  • Architectural Sales Representative

    May 2015 - Nov 2016
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  Greeley Police Dept

  Dec 2019 - Sept 2023

  Police Officer
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  Hettich America

  Sept 2023 - now

  Sales Director Key Accounts

  • Managed and grew strategic relationships with key clients in the kitchen and bath industry, focusing on delivering tailored solutions.• Rebuilt dormant key account relationships, leading to increased revenue and customer satisfaction.• Successfully launched new product lines in collaboration with the product development team, securing long-term contracts.