Duane Keleman

Experience

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  Moody Publishers

  Jun 1997 - Jul 1999

  Regional Sales Manager

  • Identify, map, successfully partner with and maintain the top volume accounts in my 6 state region (Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee & West Virginia).• Led all U.S. Regions in Sales growth in 1998.• Developed Trade Show and Convention Marketing Materials and Display logistics, as well as represented the company at National and Regional events.• Directed sales, marketing and new product launches for territory.• Functioned as a mentor to local territory store managers to help motivate them to meet and exceed their goals. Show less

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  KIRSCH BUILDER'S SUPPLY, INCORPORATED

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2008

  I sold windows and trim for new construction. I would take blueprints and create window orders from them, quote the trim, and when it was time for the trim, go the the new home to measure and mark the doors for delivery of interior doors and trim.

  • Salesman

    Jul 1999 - Jan 2008

  • Salesman

    Jan 1999 - Jun 1999
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  1st Baptist Church of Lansing

  Jul 1999 - Apr 2010

  Asst. Pastor of Youth & Education

  • Planning, preparing, and developing programs for Youth development and Adult Education Classes teaching 5 classes a week. • Event organizer for 20+ Churches in the region with many events involving 5-700 students. In this capacity role, the detailed communications experience with students and adults as well as the working with many local food suppliers has helped me today become a passionate listener in the business world as well. Every obstacle in business can be overcome with a passion for doing what is right for your company and their customers. Show less

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  Subway Development Corp of Chicago

  May 2010 - Dec 2021

  Field Consultant

  • Direct Subway Store Development that includes Franchisee and Management training regarding P&L, In-store technology training and Operational Excellence.• Create Detailed Training videos so Franchisees have a solid reference document to assist them in training their employees i.e.’ train the trainer’.• Bridge any communication gaps between Store Purchasing needs and the at Large Distribution Centers. Always on point to ensure Inventory integrity for every Subway Store in my region is maintained far above par.• Develop and Create a monthly technology/operational newsletter updating franchisees on any new changes from Subway Corp.• Maintain and Develop strong relationships with current manufacturers, vendors and distributors• Oversee Mini R&D Regional Development Programs,• As a liaison, achieve a strong and aligned creative communication link between our Company R&D team and our current manufacturers that are deeply involved in the exploration of new product developments.• Have lead role in planning and presenting any training or big events for the DA territory Show less

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  Integrity Trade Services

  Jun 2022 - Mar 2023

  Business Development Manager

  My role is to get businesses to sign up to use our incredible staffing services to help them find employees, mostly in a temp to hire situation.

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  Inspire Brands

  Mar 2023 - Oct 2024

  Performance Manager
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  Village Church Dyer

  Oct 2024 - now

  Discipleship & Missions Pastor