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Hunter Thome

Lakeville

Summary

Dynamic sales professional excels in high-productivity environments, completing tasks efficiently and surpassing goals. Skilled in customer relationship management, negotiation techniques, and strategic planning. Strong communication skills, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities ensure success in challenging sales scenarios.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Executive

Stephen Gould Corporation
Plymouth
02.2023 - Current
  • Spearheaded end-to-end packaging solutions for diverse clients, managing projects from concept through production and delivery, while ensuring timelines and budgets were met.
  • Built and maintained strong client relationships, acting as the key liaison between brands and a national network of suppliers, converters, and manufacturers.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with design, engineering, and logistics teams to develop custom packaging that balanced sustainability, function, and aesthetics.
  • Secured new business by identifying client pain points and presenting innovative packaging strategies tailored to their market and growth goals.
  • Increased client retention and satisfaction through proactive communication, problem-solving, and anticipating needs in rapidly shifting supply chain environments.
  • Led supplier negotiations, ensuring competitive pricing and high-quality standards while driving margin improvement and cost savings for clients.
  • Managed multi-million-dollar accounts with a consultative approach, contributing directly to revenue growth and long-term strategic partnerships.
  • Leveraged data and client feedback to continuously refine packaging solutions, aligning with brand identity, regulatory compliance, and consumer trends (e.g., sustainable materials, e-commerce readiness).
  • Played a key role in cross-company collaboration efforts, including onboarding new suppliers and mentoring junior team members.

District Vice President

La Fitness - Fitness International
Apple Valley
03.2021 - 02.2023
  • Leadership & Team Development: Built, led, and mentored high-performing personal training teams across multiple locations, driving accountability, motivation, and career growth.
  • Sales Strategy & Execution: Consistently exceeded revenue goals by developing and executing aggressive sales plans, coaching teams on closing techniques, and optimizing client conversion.
  • Multi-Unit Management: Oversaw operations for multiple clubs, ensuring consistent execution of corporate initiatives, training protocols, and performance standards across the district.
  • KPI-Driven Management: Tracked and analyzed key performance indicators to identify trends, challenges, and growth opportunities, adjusting strategies to maximize team performance.
  • Client Retention & Satisfaction: Developed member-focused programs and coaching strategies that improved client retention, enhanced the training experience, and increased referrals.
  • Talent Recruitment & Onboarding: Recruited, hired, and trained top-tier personal trainers and managers, setting expectations and driving cultural alignment with company values.
  • Operational Efficiency: Streamlined training department processes, scheduling, and service delivery to improve member experience and optimize resource utilization.
  • Motivational Coaching: Empowered teams through motivational leadership, daily performance huddles, and individual coaching to exceed daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with club GMs, regional leadership, and corporate to align goals, communicate initiatives, and roll out successful training campaigns.
  • Adaptability & Crisis Management: Maintained operational excellence and performance during high-pressure situations, including staffing gaps, policy changes, and market challenges.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary/Special Education

University of Minnesota, Duluth
Duluth, MN
05-2020

Skills

  • Project management
  • Client relationship management
  • Sales strategy
  • Negotiation skills
  • Market analysis
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Affiliations

  • Church volunteer
  • Feed My Starving Children Volunteer

Certification

  • ISSA CPR/CPT Certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales Executive

Stephen Gould Corporation
02.2023 - Current

District Vice President

La Fitness - Fitness International
03.2021 - 02.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary/Special Education

University of Minnesota, Duluth

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