LINDSEY RICKETTS

1111 Jones Road

Hendersonville, TN 37075
(573) 300-6060
lindsey.ricketts09@comcast.net

OBJECTIVE: PHARMACEUTICAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Motivated sales representative with a proven record of experience
for selling horses for up to $50,000 to high net worth individuals
throughout the United States, increasing annual sales to $260,000 in
2010 ( 134% increase in two years) and increasing sales 300+% to
approximately $100,000 monthly for a unique restaurant and outdoor
sports complex.
Recent sales experience is supported by teaching background that has
enabled me to cultivate strong presentation, event planning, public
relations, communication, relationship-building, networking, and
other sales-related strengths that will transfer directly to
pharmaceutical sales. Will draw from sales experience and success to:
* build relationships with physicians and staff members
* demonstrate in-depth knowledge of product line
* secure prescription commitments and grow market share
* secure product loyalty through on-going follow-up

PHARMACEUTICAL SALES INDUSTRY PRECEPTORSHIP

Developed insight into pharmaceutical industry sales
responsibilities by shadowing a representative with Automated Health
Care Solutions. Accompanied the rep on calls to orthopedic, urgent
care and pain management clinics selling an innovative new medication
dispensing system. Gained knowledge in areas including: sales
techniques, making presentations to physicians/clinic administrators,
pre-call sales planning, documenting sales call results, and
evaluating territory trends.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
RICKETTS BARREL HORSES, Hendersonville, TN 06/08 - Present
Sales Representative.
* Increase revenue growth for this competitive horse breeding and
training company by selling horses ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 to
high net worth individuals throughout the U.S.
* Generate sales and increase name recognition for the company
through competitive wins at regional/national events and marketing
horses to an extensive base of contacts in the business.
* Schedule appointments with potential buyers and provide
references for the client to verify and have closed deals throughout
the U.S. with buyers over the phone and in person.
* Assist in coordinating care for the horses by scheduling
appointments with veterinarians.
* Developed the company's website and handle all of the Internet
advertising/marketing strategies including photographing and placing
advertising on the site.
* Maximize the profitability of each sale by negotiating the final
sales price and contract agreement.
* Increased annual sales 134% from $111,500 in 2008 to over
$260,000 in 2010.
* Closed a $35,000 deal for one horse with a customer in Canada
over the phone in 3rd Quarter for 2010.
* Closed largest single sale for one horse for $50,000 to a
customer in Texas.

R1 SCHOOL DISTRICT, Poplar Bluff, MO 08/05 - 05/09

7th Grade Science Teacher.
* Earned recognition for overall teaching performance based on my
ability to exceed expectations in quality of classroom teaching,
lesson planning, creativity in the classroom, and selection of
instructional materials.
* Excelled in implementing a diverse range of teaching
methodologies that were successful and effectively integrating
students with learning challenges within a mainstreamed, inclusive
classroom.
* Recognized for leadership ability and was selected to serve on
numerous school committees and task forces focused on curriculum
development, textbook review, fundraising, and anti-bullying efforts.

OZARK FITNESS, Poplar Bluff, MO 01/07 - 04/09

Aerobics Instructor.
* Planned and taught a wide variety of different aerobic classes
and provided the motivation to encourage participants to achieve
their fitness goals.
* Increased class participation by compiling and developing an e-
mail contact list of potential new members and performed follow-up
marketing to promote the classes.

YUCATAN BEACH CLUB, Coppell, TX 12/01 - 11/04

General Manager.
* Developed and implemented marketing and sales efforts cold-
calling local businesses that turned around underperforming
operations and increased sales to record levels for this unique
entertainment venue, restaurant and outdoor sports volleyball
complex.
* Increased monthly sales approximately 300% to an average of
$80,000 to $100,000 by expanding the volleyball leagues, generating
sales growth with local businesses, and coordinating leagues and
special events.

EDUCATION: B.S., Engineering Management (2001)

UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI, Rolla, MO

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