DAVE LEWIS

Seattle, Washington
(206) 412-1583
ThePackagingMan@aol.com
PROFESSIONAL GOAL
To bring my extensive sales and marketing experience to a well established and l
eading company that stands behind its mission statement. I excel at growing exis
ting accounts while also developing new business.
EXPERIENCE
UNGER PACKAGING - SEATTLE, WA SALES
REP - 2007 - 2010
A nationwide distributor of packaging products to bakeries, markets, delis a
nd chocolatiers
Manage accounts and develop new business in the greater Pacific Northwest, inclu
ding CO, ID, NM, OR, UT & WA. Called on owners and buyers to expand existing bus
iness and create new accounts in a multi-state territory.
* Opened 30 new accounts in first six months - doubled territory sales in two ye
ars. (Resigned to pursu
e opportunities involving less travel)
RED DRAGON PACKAGING - LOS ANGELES, CA SALES REP - 2
002 - 2007
An independent representative for manufacturers of extruded and thermoforme
d plastic and packaging products
Developed new business in food processing & industrial markets in Southern Calif
ornia. Dealt with engineers, brand managers and buyers. Full call to close respo
nsibilities in an independent, 100% commission environment.
* Developed from the ground a $1.2 million annual territory in approx. 24 months
(Relocated from Los Angeles to Seattle due to fami
ly considerations)
MASS CONNECTIONS - LOS ANGELES, CA SALES REP
- 1999 - 2001
The largest in-store grocery marketing and promotional events company in the U
nited States
Developed new business and managed accounts of major food processors nationwide.
Dealt primarily with brand managers and oversaw full sales cycle from initial c
ontact to closing.
* Opened accounts with Colgate-Palmolive, Dole, Pillsbury and Sara Lee
(Position eliminated in major restructuring after 9/11 disasters)
DETROIT FORMING - LOS ANGELES, CA SALES
REP - 1996 - 1999
A manufacturer of thermoformed OPS foodservice packaging
Responsible for sales to foodservice accounts in CA. Sold direct and through who
lesale distribution channels. Managed existing and developed new business throu
gh superior client service, up-selling and cold-calling.
* Increased regional sales from $1 million to approx. $2.5 million
EDUCATION

BETHANY COLLEGE - Bethany, WV - BA 1991

* Concentration in Communication/Philosophy Minor
* Graduated in 3 Years
* NCAA Regional All-American in Soccer
SKILLS/ABILITIES
* Computer Literate, Entrepreneurial, Well Organized, Independent.