Holly Colby

59 Ponemah Hill Road, Building 2 Unit 102, Milford, New Hampshire 03055
603.689.3773
hollyb78@hotmail.com
http://www.linkedin.com/pub/holly-colby/8/283/304

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Highly accomplished and reliable professional, with progressive years of experie
nce in realigning corporate sales plans; optimizing new business opportunities;
and building cohesive teams of professionals that serve as key resources toward
significant corporate growth and revenue increases. Display thorough knowledge a
nd experience in coordinating operations and complex sales cycles within multipl
e industries; as well as in designing development programs that hone and increas
e organizational efficiency, while maintaining compliant operations and driving
substantial revenue results. Exhibit the ability to multi-task; employ keen atte
ntion to details while adhering to established standards. Demonstrate excellent
rapport among peers; capable of developing affirmative and cooperative working r
elationships with others based on professionalism.

KEY STRENGTHS
- Account and Sales Management
- Inbound and Outbound Sales
- Leadership and Mentoring
- Project Management
- Supply Procurement
- Customer Service and Satisfaction
- Businessâ⠬â to-Business Sales
- Decision Making Interpersonal Relations
Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), DDMS, Retail Pr
o, GoldMine, Acsellerate, Cisco CSE, VMware VSP, JD Edwards/AS400, Adobe Acrobat
, PSN, Lattice (Sales Prism)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PC CONNECTION ~ NH /MA
Corporate Account Manager 2006-2010
Executed superior leadership skills in managing IT needs for small and medium-si
ze business as well as in developing more than 50 buying accounts a month and ma
intaining at least 60 outbound calls a day with 2.5 of outbound phone time. Prof
iciently dealt with all aspects of IT department including data center builds, h
ardware rollouts, volume licensing solutions, and working with large RFQ's.
- Demonstrated exceptional performance in prospecting new accounts, which
contributed to more than $1M in revenue
- Gained great recommendations hit 100% club for 2006 and 2007 and 200% ov
er goal in September 2010
- Achieved recognition as leading account manager for VMware sales that ga
ined various customer recommendations
THE BERRY COMPANY ~ NH /MA
Internet Sales Account Executive 2006
Rendered efficient service in working as consultant for small- to mid-sized busi
nesses to help meet Internet marketing needs, as well as in developing sales str
ategies prior to contacting designated market using variety of sales aids and In
ternet research.
- Successfully generated own leads while promptly and accurately meeting s
cheduling demands
- Proficiently handled and controlled base salary, commission, cell suppli
ed, bonuses, and all paid mileages and expenses

CAR ADVANTAGE MAGAZINE- HPC/PRIMEDIA ~ Manchester, NH

Account Executive 2005-2006
Assumed full responsibility in directing business-to-business sales in two terri
tories (Nashua, New Hampshire and Boston, Massachusetts) by selling print and on
line advertisement to new and used car dealers. Conducted cold-calling to genera
te leads in a competitive market.
- Led efforts in meeting sales quotas set by publisher
- Managed and maintained existing accounts by conducting regular, twice-a-
week visits
- Provided effectual client assistance in creating an advertisement from g
round up; suggested improvements to current advertisement
- Ensured specific magazine-targeted areas by performing distribution audi
ting

MARION CORPORATE SERVICES / MERCURYZONE DIVISION ~ Nashua, NH

Account Manager 2004-2005
Demonstrated exceptional performance in providing various platforms of services,
such as project management, contract office furniture, and e-commerce supply pr
ocurement. Proficiently maintained IT and office supplies contracts for local co
mpanies and schools of all sizes.
- Competently managed accounts and reviewed contracts while expediting ord
ers and assisting in online orders
- Accomplished inbound and outbound sales calls along with product sourcin
g
- Played a lead role in consistently meeting and exceeding sales quotas

ANIMAL HOSPITAL OF NASHUA, AMC ~ Nashua, NH

Customer Service Representative 2004
Provided efficient assistance in handling all aspects of customer service while
executing ability to make fast decisions and maintain composure when dealing wit
h emergency situations. Collaboratively worked with doctors to ensure overall cl
ient satisfaction.

GOODALEâ⠬⠢S BIKE SHOP ~ Nashua, NH

Product Manager 1995-2004
Performed diverse duties, such as starting in retail sales; promoted to manageme
nt position, working closely with the owner and vice president to ensure continu
ed growth. Executed superior leadership skills in managing product and sales tea
ms, and provided extensive sales and computer training for all new employees.
- Took part in maintaining inventory including shrink control for two stor
es
- Vastly contributed in launching new store in 1997 by merchandising, trai
ning new staff, and establishing new clientele as well as in purchasing 30% of h
ard goods while adhering to budgetary limits

CREDENTIALS
Cisco CSE Certified
VMware VSP Certified

AWARDS AND HONORS

PC Connection Achievers Club ~ 2006 and 2007