Kimberly Handzlik

Senior Sales Manager @Ascent Protein

Phoenix, AZ, US

Ascent Protein\'s Wholesale business is consistently growing to meet the demand from fitness studios. I am working with and growing our footprint in over 1100 independently owned fitness studios including CrossFit Gyms, Personal Training Studios, Boutique Fitness Studios and countless others. Role Accomplishments- Managed existing clientele and growth of Ascent Protein in Mid Atlantic region covering 9 states- Started the Inside Sales role within Ascent to help save on cost and close inbound leads that came in through our marketing efforts. I had all initial sales calls with all inbound leads nationwide. Close rate was 60%+- Moved to the West Coast to manage outside sales territory of 20 states - Manage all forecasting, budgeting and spend for the Wholesale Team- Working with distributors to grow the Ascent footprint in the gym space- I currently have one direct report that I manage remotely- I am currently building out our Brand Builder Program which has 10+ reps included nationwide. This program helps our marketing and grassroots efforts on growing the Ascent Brand. These Brand Builders identify, attend and report on their communities fitness events and help grow the Ascent name.

Arizona State University

Interdiscplinary Studies, Business and Sociology