SANDRO SILVA

SANDRO D. SILVA
9506 SVL Box Victorville, Ca 92395 (760) 951-7078 - SandroDSilva@Verizon.net
 

SANDRO SILVA - Professional Summary:     • Goal-driven, dedicated sales professional with more than twenty years of customer service and sales experience.
• Proven sales performer who is adept at working independently with minimal supervision, as well as contributing and collaborating as productive team member.
• Effective, personable team player with unsurpassed interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to handle customer questions and objections.
• Enthusiastic, knowledge-hungry self-starter; eager to meet challenges and quickly assimilate product knowledge.
• Customer-focused communicator with the proven ability to understand and convey complex product information, develop rapport, build strong relationships with customers.
• Motivated achiever cited in performance reviews for excellence in relationship building, obtaining appointments, and taking on leadership roles.
 

 

SANDRO SILVA - Professional Experience:    

 Four D College October 2008 - Present
College Admissions & Sales

• Counsel prospective students, parents, educators and the public about opportunities available through various contacts with high schools, community colleges, national, regional and local college and career fairs, campus visits, open houses, phone calls, email and in person appointments (both local and long distance).
• In partnership with the Registrar and Business Offices, fully utilize Tele-Transcripts technology for the management of prospective students. In addition, coordinated the financial aid process and the scholarship award programs.
• Proven record of extensive knowledge within admission and financial aid trends, social and economic factors influencing enrollment and best practices for enrollment management especially related to recruiting students from various social backgrounds.
• Collaborative leadership and management skills, Task and detail oriented, superior communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Ability to relate and deal with many different types of people, both in groups and individually. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

The Racing Report / Division of Sivert's Publishing January 2008 - January 2009
Senior Editor / Sales and Marketing Manager

Created a new monthly publication for the racing community. I developed the layout for the newspaper, hired writers and a sales team, and created a targeted sales market.

Writing
• Write creative copy for newspaper ads
• Research and conceive newsletter articles.
• Produced a variety of business materials, including: marketing pack, proposals and forms.
• Proof read and edited all referenced written materials.
Marketing
• Designed, developed and implemented marketing and sales campaigns.
• Evaluate target markets and implement marketing strategies.
• Manage all phases of direct mail projects; monitor production teams; recruited and guide vendors; oversee print operations and coordinate mailing process.
Communication
• Promote newspaper and target marketing; generate leads and initiate sales.
• Establish and improve client communications; maintain ongoing relationships.
• Address customer inquiries; interpret and deliver information; propose suggestions.
• Coordinate, plan and contribute at trade shows and special events.
• Serve as representative and liaison at chamber functions, Business Member Meetings, and Marketing Groups.
Business Administrative and Management
• Hire, train, coach, supervise and evaluate staff members.
• Lead teams; chair committees; initiate volunteer events and activities.
• Launched and operate sole proprietorship.
• Achieved computer proficiency; demonstrate knowledge of Microsoft Office 2007, Corel, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, and all Internet functions.

 

 

 

 

Silva's Printing/Speedway Decals and Signs September 1998 - December 2007
CEO/Owner

Launched new business by creating a business plan: which included financial, marketing, and sales goals.
• Partnerships established with the off road & asphalt industry to include CORR and Speed Truck Challenge Inc. Partnerships included The Outdoor Channel, Speed Channel and New Wave Productions.
• Assisted local businesses: develop cross promotions and database development.
• Specialized in logo identity design. Created range of projects from logos, brochures to small package design. Work side by side with new business owners and large corporations.
• Planned events and created promotional materials for business of entertainment conference and Computer, Electronics, Show (CES).
• Perform purchasing tasks for commodities in a high volume manufacturing environment, frequently for repeat orders against annual or other purchase contracts.
• Perform vast Human Resource tasks to include examining documents for completion and explaining the importance of the documents.
• Plan, manage, and control the day-to day activities of a team that provides operational support for unit in a manufacturing environment. Counsel employees on job performance and professional development.

ASA Speed Truck Challenge Inc September 1999 - December 2006
Account Executive

• Planned and implemented sales programs for the newly established small track racing company's product line. Developed 3-year strategic business plan.
• Ensured execution of the developed sales strategies. Planned and advertised and created promotional programs.
• Evaluated new products and international market opportunities and provided analysis to management for decision making. Maintained contact with key markets by visiting and investigating the operating and local conditions.
• Demonstrated the ability to develop & maintain customer relations; ability to work in a high-energy team environment; and the dedication to create my own success in a fast-paced, challenging career.
• Managed team and oversaw all financial systems and procedures, including inventory control, purchasing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Prepared related reports and audited procedures to monitor efficiency of operations.

 

 

SANDRO SILVA - Education:     Covina High School - 1984-1987. Mid-Term Graduate in January of 1987. Yearbook Staff lead photographer. Lead teachers aid in the Graphics Department for all 3.5 years. Lead school weekly paper director and printer.

Mount San Antonio JC - 1988 -1989. Sales and Marketing major. Did not graduate but transfer credits to another college.

Fullerton JC - 1989 - 1992. Associates Degree: Major Business Administration, Minor Printing Technology. 4.0 with honors. Technical Degree in Printing Technology. Certified technician and operator.

 

Computer Skills: Expert Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs: Excel, OneNote, Word, Outlook, Power Point, Publisher, and Accounting. In addition, I am experienced in Corel Draw, Internet Explorer, Adobe, Illustrator, and Photoshop to name a few.

Affiliations:
Adelanto Chamber of Commerce - Board Member for 5-years
Victorville Chamber of Commerce - Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce - Hesperia Chamber of Commerce
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce - Kiwanis International
Networking Professionals - President 2-years

 

Fluency in English and Spanish

Referrals Available Upon Request

 

 

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