Patrick Sara

I'm a tech sales enthusiast with over 7 years experience in offering tech as a service with a proven track record of improving the market position of a company and maximizing opportunities for financial growth.

Business Development Manager - Adanian Labs

*Lead and conducted in depth analysis of business performance versus business goals.

*Contributed to the development of yearly business plans that work toward future growth.

*Oversaw sales, marketing, and business development goals.

*Managed and supported business risk and worked to develop and implement strategic solutions.

*Worked with a commitment to precision and a strong attention to detail.

*Always enlisted customer-service approaches.

*Guide efforts to improve technology systems in a real and cost effective way.

*Effectively managed teams of business process consultants.

*Effectively acted as a liaison between our Marketing and Sales teams.

*Collaborated with sales team members to identify growth opportunities and develop strategies to seize them.

*Worked well with colleagues to ensure optimal productivity.

*Worked to support sales teams and rise against competition.

*Worked with Customer Service and Product Development departments to enhance overall customer experience.

*Built long-term trusting relationships with clients to achieve ultimate client retention.

*Provided customers with optimal customer service and excellent assistance at all times.

*Communicated the progress of quarterly initiatives to internal and external stakeholders.

*Delegated tasks to team members.

Business Development Manager - XC 360

*Oversaw sales, marketing, and business development goals.

*Lead and conducted in depth analysis of business performance versus business goals.

*Oversaw all aspects of design and development, and offered design solutions when necessary.

*Provided optimal assistance to the General Manager and handled a variety of tasks.

*Established sales goals by forecasting annual sales quotas and projecting expected sales volume for existing and new products.

*Presented sales, revenue, and expenses reports to management teams.

*Researched competition and developed strategies to stand out as a company against competitors.

*Worked with the mission of the company in mind and served as a dedicated and enthusiastic part of the sales team.

*Brought forth a track record of exceeding previous sales quotas.

*Remained goal-oriented and self-motivated.

*Organized and analyzed data and marketing results.

*Analyzed past marketing initiatives and revamped the company's marketing efforts to keep readers and attract new ones.

Sales Manager - UNIMEDIA AS 

*Identified and maximized sales opportunities, and increased customer retention rates.

*Worked to ensure a positive and hassle-free customer experience.

*Worked to ensure a neat and attractive sales environment, and assisted in the setup of visual displays.

*Managed content strategy, on-page efforts, and social media initiatives.

*Coordinated mailings, marketing materials, and website content.

*Organized and analyzed data and marketing results.

*Evaluated client websites for mobile performance and optimal search engine rankings.

*Effectively communicated and collaborated with other marketing team members.

*Focused on increasing brand awareness and increasing site traffic.

*Empowered team synergy and a positive workflow.

*Planned and supervised online presence efforts.

*Worked with Customer Service and Product Development departments to enhance overall customer experience.

*Worked well with colleagues to ensure optimal productivity.

*Worked to support sales teams and rise against competition.

*Established sales goals by forecasting annual sales quotas and projecting expected sales volume for existing and new products.

*Brought forth a service-oriented attitude dedicated to the customer experience.

*Checked prices and promotional rates for customers.

*Effectively monitored competition and appropriately adjusted costs based on supply and demand.

*Worked with the mission of the company in mind and served as a dedicated and enthusiastic part of the sales team.

Account Manager - Bigbrainz Solutions

*Worked to motivate and support all creative staff, resulting in excellent workflow and productivity.

*Worked to support the senior creative staff with day-to-day tasks.

*Worked with schools to train and implement the school management system.

*Link between technical support team and the school using the system.

*Account management and client follow up on the effective ness of the system function.

*Maintained and managed client relationships.

*Managed services solutions with an emphasis on customer satisfaction.

*Facilitated and supported sales initiatives.

*Assessed the work of competitors to best understand what our brand brings to the table in our industry.

Sales Executive - Telkom Kenya

*Worked to stay up-to-date regarding products and offerings.

*Effectively worked through customer complaints or doubts.

*Provided proficient work and significant results.

*Utilized excellent listening skills.

*Cold called people using a phone directory.

*Brought forth the highest level of customer service possible.

*Promoted business growth by expanding company clientele.

*Led sales department with highest quarterly sales for two consecutive years.

*Followed instructions from superiors and took initiative when appropriate.

*Worked well in a fast-paced environment.

*Doubled client base by researching competitive advantage while targeting prospective client needs.

*Boosted territory sales by 70% within first year.

*Retained clients and extended contracts by addressing issues and concerns.

*Handled the execution of customer agreements.

Marketing Manager- Nyali Beach International

*Worked to understand client visions and find services that supported those visions.

*Brought forth a positive work-ethic and a passion for helping others.

*Worked with clients tirelessly to ensure they felt fully supported and at ease during the time before their special event.

*Worked to honor client budgets and timelines.

*Met with clients to provide an initial consultation regarding their special day.

*Brought forth excellent multitasking and organizational skills.

*Researched local vendors and their offerings.

*Showed clients various slideshows for inspiration.

*Developed and maintained strong relationships with several vendors during a span of five years.

*Checked prices and promotional rates for customers.

*Effectively monitored competition and appropriately adjusted costs based on supply and demand.

*Remained goal-oriented and self-motivated.

*Established sales goals by forecasting annual sales quotas and projecting expected sales volume for existing and new products.

*Led sales department with a can-do attitude and high quarterly sales.

*Led sales department with highest quarterly sales for two consecutive years.

*Trained new sales professionals and provided coaching as needed to maintain company sales success.

Masters in Business Administration - Currently Pursuing - Kenyatta University

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Completed in 2015 - Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology