Jeffery Coates

Sales Associate

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Austin, Texas, United States

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About me
Enthusiastic, Engaged Sales and Marketing Leader
Education
- Worcester Polytechnic Institute
  1992 - 1996
  Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Technical Writing
  Activities and Societies: Resident Advisor 1994 and 1995, Founded Campus Radio Station in 1995, Founding Member Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity, Member of SocComm, Winter and Spring Track and Field, In addition to a rigorous class schedule, I participated in Navy ROTC (including a season on the traveling drill team), was a Resident Advisor for two years, led the successful campaign to re-launch campus radio at WPI, and held the role of Vice President and Recruitment chair for my fraternity.
Experience
- Cookin' The Audio and Video Specialists
  Jan 1996 - Jan 1998
  Sales Associate
- Tweeter
  Jan 1997 - Jan 1999
  Assistant Store Manager
- World Wide Stereo
  Jan 1999 - Jan 2001
  Sales Associate
- Kenwood Corporation
  Jun 2001 - Mar 2003
  Eastern Regional Training Manager
- NHT Inc
  Mar 2003 - Jun 2006
  North American Sales Manager
- NetStreams LLC
  Jun 2006 - Jun 2009
  Director of Training and Field Systems Engineering
  Creation and Delivery of engaging technical training materials, primarily centered around IP-based Audio Video Distribution and ControlAssisting Commercial and Residential Integrators in the field withe the successful commissioning of large IP-Based A/V Distribution systems
- ClearOne Communications
  Jul 2009 - Mar 2010
  Responsible for developing and delivering technical and sales training presentations for ClearOne personnel as well as commercial and residential integrators. Also provide direct technical sales and design support to the ClearOne Residential and Commercial salesteam. Prospecting, specifying, and commissioning commercial projects where the StreamNet IP-based Audio/Video Distribution and Control system was appropriate.Creating and delivering effective trainings to Commercial Distributors, IT Directors, and Integrators about the benefits of AV and control over IP
  - Field Product Consultant
    Dec 2009 - Mar 2010
  - Regional Commercial Sales Manager
    Jul 2009 - Dec 2009
- NHT
  Mar 2010 - Apr 2012
  Director of Sales
  Responsible for Business to Business sales at NHT Audio LLC.
- D+M Group
  May 2012 - Dec 2014
  Sought opportunities for growth and supported existing clients for both Direct and Distribution sales of Denon, Marantz and Boston Acoustics products in the Central US.In addition to my core Sales role, I worked closely with Marketing and Training to produce product videos, and deliver technical and sales trainings at D+M Group Distributors and customers Key Account Management and new business development for Marantz, Denon, and Boston Acoustics audio-visual entertainment products
  - Director of Sales
    Apr 2013 - Dec 2014
  - Regional Sales Manager
    May 2012 - Apr 2013
- Peachtree Audio
  Dec 2014 - Aug 2015
  Director of Sales and Marketing
  Responsible for leading Peachtree Audio’s global sales and marketing efforts.
- LH Labs Corporation
  Aug 2015 - Apr 2016
  Business Development Consultant
  Responsible for developing and supporting the business-to-business sales channel for LH Labs and Light Harmonic Audio Products
- McIntosh Group inc.
  Apr 2016 - Jul 2024
  Responsible for the Sales, Marketing, and Product direction for Pro-Ject Audio Systems, Rotel, and Sumiko Phono cartridges Led the Sales and Marketing strategy and execution for Pro-Ject Audio Systems and Sumiko Phono Cartridges in the US Market Helping resellers succeed with McIntosh Labs, Sonus faber, Pro-Ject, Pryma, and Sumiko in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas Responsible for the Sales and Marketing of Pro-Ject Audio Systems components to quality brick and mortar and online Resellers in the United States
  - Brand Director
    Oct 2023 - Jul 2024
  - National Sales And Marketing Director - Pro-Ject and Sumiko Cartridges
    Oct 2018 - Oct 2023
  - Regional Sales Manager
    Jan 2017 - Oct 2018
  - Specialty Accounts Sales Manager, Pro-Ject
    Apr 2016 - Jan 2017
- Acora Acoustics
  Sept 2024 - now
  Sales and Marketing Director
  Responsible for the Global Sales and Marketing of Acora Acoustics loudspeakers.
Licenses & Certifications
- InfoComm International CTS
  InfoComm International
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