Don Holmes

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ABOUT DON HOLMES

Securing a deal and getting a win—is there any better feeling than that? If you ask me, the only thing better is helping others succeed. As an award-winning senior sales and client services leader with diverse experience selling SaaS, data-driven marketing programs, and technology solutions to clients in various sectors, that’s my everyday mission. Whether I’m leading my team or supporting a client, I’m always on the lookout for opportunities to help others and have fun while solving problems and driving revenue. To accomplish this, I leverage a proven strategic process that I have personally designed. This process is key to my success in growing and revitalizing businesses, and just one of the ways I add value to my organization.Other ways I offer value include: Expertise working across diverse client verticals such as Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), pharmaceuticals, retail, grocery, public relations, media, and consulting Mobilizing and motivating workforces of up to and sales teams disbursed across Canada and the US Creating sales and services organizations from scratch in addition to guiding struggling businesses back to successI’m not only motivated to deliver value when working for clients; it also applies to my style and approach as a leader. I’ve taken many professional development courses to help me grow as a leader, adding value to my team so that they’re motivated to deliver results for our clients.Having worked for several US-based enterprises, I’m frequently turned to as the expert in developing new or existing Canadian sales operations. I’m skilled in taking what works in the US and launching it into the Canadian market while ensuring success.Some of my other areas of expertise include: Strategic Planning Sales Strategy Business Development Team Leadership Account Management Client Services Vendor Management