Leslie Grillon
@lesliegrillon
Experienced sales leader with a proven track record in sales management.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned sales management professional with a strong foundation in English and a proven track record of leading remote sales teams to achieve and exceed business development goals. My experience spans various roles, including Director of Emerging Markets, where I successfully increased sales by 25% over targets and launched new markets, such as Las Vegas, achieving double the expected sales in Q4. I thrive in dynamic environments, leveraging my skills in strategic planning and team leadership to drive results.
Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to create market-specific plans that align with sales targets. As the National Director of Sales, I led a team of 17 account executives and achieved an 18% increase in national sales, marking the first quarter of growth in four years for the company. My commitment to client relationship management and process optimization has been instrumental in my success, as I focus on building strong partnerships and ensuring exceptional customer experiences.
My journey in sales began as an Account Executive, where I grew home warranty sales by 150% in my territory. I have also excelled in the IT sector, achieving over $2M in sales in my first year. My diverse experience across various industries has equipped me with the skills necessary to adapt and thrive in any sales environment, making me a valuable asset to any organization.
Experience
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Director of Emerging Markets
Super Home Warranty
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Increased sales in existing markets and supported the launch of new markets nationally. Managed a remote team of five real estate channel-focused account executives across the continental US, exceeding sales targets by 25% for emerging markets.
National Director of Sales
Super Home Warranty
Feb 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 10 months)
Increased national sales by 18% and led the team to its first quarter of sales growth in four years. Managed a remote team of 17 real estate channel-focused account executives, creating market-specific plans and ensuring accurate reporting.
Regional Sales Manager
Super Home Warranty
May 2021 - Feb 2022 (9 months)
Managed the central region team to support sales growth in the real estate channel, increasing regional sales by 40% and making it the highest-producing region. Created a playbook and resource library for account executives to ensure proper market penetration.
Account Executive
Super Home Warranty
Feb 2020 - May 2021 (1 year 3 months)
Grew home warranty sales in a defined geographic territory within the real estate channel, increasing sales by 150%. Developed relationships and implemented social media strategies to engage agents.
Account Executive
IT Outlet
May 2019 - Jan 2020 (8 months)
Managed over 300 accounts in Oklahoma, South Texas, and Louisiana, achieving over $2M in sales in the first year. Provided brand-agnostic hardware and software solutions to clients, ensuring strategic account penetration.
Sales Executive
DC Group
Sep 2018 - May 2019 (8 months)
Identified decision-makers and buyers in top accounts across multiple states, exceeding sales targets by $300K in the first three months of 2019. Managed a portfolio of over 800 accounts and led a team of customer success managers and technicians.
Senior National Sales Executive
Marriott
Jun 2014 - Aug 2018 (4 years 2 months)
Managed 50 top-tier accounts in the Houston area, increasing ancillary revenue streams by 20% year-over-year. Coordinated marketing efforts and expanded Marriott spend from various segments by 22%, exceeding goals by 236% in 2017.
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