Kyle Barnett

About Kyle Barnett

Sales and business leader with 20+ years of experience building high-performing B2B sales teams, driving market strategy, and delivering sustainable growth across the construction, building supply, and property management ecosystems. I thrive at the intersection of people, strategy, and execution — developing leaders, designing scalable systems, and aligning teams to achieve results.I currently lead a multi-state professional sales organization overseeing senior account managers and field teams, managing more than $90M in annual revenue. My focus is on value-based selling, long-term customer partnerships, and operational excellence, coaching managers to lead with purpose and develop their teams into high-performing professionals.Previously, I held progressive leadership roles at Sherwin-Williams, including District City Manager and Commercial Sales Manager, where I directed multi-store operations, led 200+ employees, and partnered with commercial and property management clients to grow strategic accounts.Outside of my professional career, I’m deeply involved in my community and in youth athletics: • President, HAYAA Football Organization & Commissioner, HAYAA Executive Board — Lead governance, strategic planning, and operations for youth football programs, managing budgets, policies, and league representation. • Head Coach & Youth Sports Coach — Lead youth football teams and have coached girls travel soccer (6 seasons), youth basketball (5 seasons), high school/youth football (8 seasons), and high school powerlifting (2 seasons). I focus on developing skills, leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship.I am passionate about developing leaders, building strong teams, and creating organizations that prioritize values, customer focus, and long-term growth. I am seeking opportunities where I can combine my experience in B2B sales leadership, operational strategy, and team development to drive results and make a meaningful impact.

Experience

1. Expert Consultant

   GLG

   Sep 2023 — Present · US

   As a GLG Network Member, I provide industry insight and advisory support to global clients seeking expertise in the coatings, construction supply, and property services sectors. Engage with executive teams, investors, and strategy leaders to provide perspective on market dynamics, sales strategy, procurement, retail operations, and organizational leadership.• Advise organizations on B2B sales strategy, pricing models, and customer acquisition in construction-related markets• Provide insights on multi-unit retail operations, supply chain dynamics, and contractor purchasing behavior• Leverage 20+ years of industry experience to help organizations evaluate growth opportunities and operational strategy

Education

• Northwood University

  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing/ Management

  2005 — 2006

• Delta College

  Associate's degree, Pre-Business Administration

  2004 — 2005

Skills

• Sales Presentations
• Outside Sales
• New Business Development
• B2b
• Sales Operations
• Sales
• Direct Sales
• Adhesives
• Business Acumen
• Inventory Management
• Account Management
• Key Account Development
• Key Account Management
• Polymers
• Sales Process
• Pricing
• Paint
• Sales Management
• Market Development
• Cold Calling
• Coatings