Tony Laruffa

Results-Driven Distribution & Business Development Executive l Strategic Partnerships l Driving Revenue, Growth & Innovation

Role
Vice President of Business Development at 1970 Group
Location
Seattle, WA, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Tony Laruffa

As a seasoned distribution and business development executive, I specialize in creating and nurturing strategic partnerships that not only drive revenue growth but also align with overarching business strategies. People, results and solutions oriented, a recognized team leader and problem-solver who will identify and close critical gaps, while seeking new ways to grow and develop by being inquisitive and adapting to changing situations and environments. Talented at balancing relationships with data driven decision making. Utilizing descriptive and diagnostic analytics for insight on how to approach the future. Outstanding leadership and communication skills combined with highly analytical and big-picture mindset. Expert level knowledge on various industry trends, competitive intelligence and industry movements.Experience: Growth & Transformational Leader | Revenue Generation | Performance Revitalization | Relationship & Partnership Building | Top-Tier Communicator & Visionary | Cross-Functional Team Leadership | M&A Strategy | Root Cause Analysis Diversification | Coaching | Revenue Growth | P&L Management | Data Analytics & Integrity | Data Transitions & Reporting | Budgeting & Forecasting l Business Development l Negotiations l Problem-Solving l Market Expansion l International Programs l Influential Leader l Risk Management

Experience

  1. Vice President of Business Development

    1970 Group

    Sep 2025 — Present

Education

  • D'Youville College

    Master of Business Administration - MBA

  • Universidad de Sevilla

    Spanish Language and Literature

  • State University of New York College at Buffalo

    Bachelor's degree

Skills

  • Insurance
  • Term Life Insurance
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Direct Sales
  • Life Insurance
  • Sales Presentations
  • Sales Process
  • Time Management
  • Business Planning
  • Strategic Planning
  • Umbrella Insurance
  • Marketing Communications
  • Cold Calling
  • Marketing
  • Sales
  • Strategy
  • Selling
  • Small Business
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Training
  • New Business Development
  • Team Building
  • Management
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Coaching
  • Leadership
  • Crm
  • Recruiting
  • Team Leadership
  • Lead Generation
  • Project Management
  • Sales Operations
  • Customer Retention
  • Account Management
  • Customer Service
  • Sales Management

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