Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Community Service
Interests
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Matt Stage

Matt Stage

Mahtomedi

Summary

Experienced sales associate with a reputation for exceptional team-building and project oversight abilities. Skilled in collaborating effectively with diverse personalities to achieve outstanding results. Proven track record of cultivating strong collaborative relationships and consistently delivering impressive outcomes.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Warners' Stelllian Appliance Company
09.2014 - Current
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Educated customers about product features and benefits to aid in selecting best options for each individuals' needs.
  • Demonstrated product features, answered questions and persuasively overcame objections.
  • Stayed current on company offerings and industry trends.
  • Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
  • Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
  • Provided first-rate service to all customers and potential customers.

Lead teacher of new middle school program

Trinity Academy; Hudson, WI
09.2009 - 06.2014
  • Organized curriculum for courses in Ancient World History, Medieval World History American History, Geography, Economics and 6th grade Mathematics
  • Collaborated with colleagues to organize courses in Languages Arts and Literature
  • Lead team meetings for the middle school team of teachers
  • Implemented a character development program for middle school students
  • Dean of Students – Support staff in corrective behavior measures; monitored recesses and busing

Saint Paul Public Schools, Gordon Parks High School
09.2003 - 06.2014
  • Taught online social studies courses using the Apex platform
  • Evening High School, two nights a week and several summer school sessions
  • Taught courses in American History, World History, Economics, Geography, Citizenship, and Political Issues to a variety of high school learners
  • Assisted unconventional students in earning high school credits

Good Shepherd Christian Academy; River Falls, WI
09.2005 - 06.2009
  • Taught high school courses in World History, American History, Government, Economics, Geography, and Psychology
  • Organized and led several field trips, including two hurricane relief trips to Mississippi
  • Coordinated weekly chapels and guest speakers for the 2006-2009 school years
  • Created an interdisciplinary communication course, Thinking, Writing, Speaking, which led students to grapple with various social and ethical issues
  • Dean of Students – Created and implemented corrective behavior strategies
  • Initiated GSCA’s merge with another area Christian School – Trinity Academy

Organized practices and managed games

Coaching
03.2002 - 03.2005
  • Concordia Academy-Bloomington: J.V. baseball coach Spring 2005
  • Central Lutheran School: Junior High baseball coach Spring 2002

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

St. Mary’s University
Minneapolis, MN
05.2012

Bachelor of Science - Social Science Education, Psychology

Evangel University
Springfield, MO
05.2003

Skills

  • Sales enhancement
  • Composed presence
  • Consistently reliable
  • Effective written communication
  • Sales development training

Accomplishments

  • Exceeded monthly quota several times.

Community Service

Royal Family Kids Camp, 2001-06, 2015-06, Worked at a 1 week camp with abused, abandoned and neglected kids, Worked with leadership team to implement curriculum for training camp staff, Lead training sessions for volunteer counselors and staff members

Interests

  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Auto Repair/Restoration
  • Gym Workouts
  • Reading
  • Hiking
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness

Timeline

Sales Associate

Warners' Stelllian Appliance Company
09.2014 - Current

Lead teacher of new middle school program

Trinity Academy; Hudson, WI
09.2009 - 06.2014

Good Shepherd Christian Academy; River Falls, WI
09.2005 - 06.2009

Saint Paul Public Schools, Gordon Parks High School
09.2003 - 06.2014

Organized practices and managed games

Coaching
03.2002 - 03.2005

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

St. Mary’s University

Bachelor of Science - Social Science Education, Psychology

Evangel University
Matt Stage