Chris Poese

About Chris Poese

With over 25 years of experience in customer relations, sales, public speaking, service, support, and strategic planning, I am a sales professional who thrives on creating meaningful connections and delivering value to clients. I have a passion for finding practical and creative solutions that fit the client\'s needs and goals, and for building long-lasting and trusting relationships that foster loyalty and satisfaction.Over the past four years, I have built a successful career in SaaS software and hardware sales. My proven track record is grounded in adaptability, the ability to forge instant connections with clients and partners, and the knack for fostering trust from the very first call. This unique skill set has consistently enabled me to effectively deliver value propositions and confidently close deals. I take great pride in my role as a client champion. Actively listening to their needs and addressing pain points has allowed me not only to secure initial business but also to ensure long-term client satisfaction and retention.

Experience

1. Teacher & Program Counselor

   North Phoenix Baptist Church

   Aug 2024 — Present · Phoenix, AZ, US

   Transport children safely from local schools to the Super Cool After School program, ensuring a secure and positive environment during transit.Lead after-school and summer program activities including Bible study, sports, arts and crafts, educational games, and special events.Facilitate Super Summer Bible Camp sessions, coordinating field trips, supervising meal and snack times, and guiding children through a variety of learning and recreational activities.Act as an informal assistant manager, mentoring and coaching younger staff to enhance teaching strategies, communication skills, and classroom management.Support conflict resolution, discipline, and behavior management to foster a respectful, supportive, and inclusive environment.Assist with program planning, logistics, and activity scheduling to ensure smooth daily operations.

Education

• Woodbury University

  Bachelor's degree

Skills

• Layout
• Microsoft Office
• Art
• Photoshop
• Microsoft Word
• Graphic Design
• Adobe Acrobat
• Photography
• Brochures
• Problem Solving
• Blogging
• Writing
• Public Speaking
• Indesign
• Mac
• Graphics
• Advertising
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Illustrator
• Customer Service
• Wordpress
• Word