Alexis Scheidt
Georgetown
Summary
Experienced Regional Manager with a proven track record at the Kentucky Office of Agricultural Policy, excelling in management and relationship building. Successfully led policy meetings and cultivated partnerships, driving significant funding opportunities. Committed to advancing agricultural initiatives through strategic leadership and collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Manager
Kentucky Office of Agricultural Policy
Frankfort
08.2024 - Current
- Facilitated communication between government agencies and local agricultural organizations in Kentucky.
- Led regional agricultural policy meetings to address needs of diverse farming communities.
- Reviewed monthly applications from producers for grants, loans, and funding opportunities.
- Served as head of communications within the department to draft materials, including emails, articles, and press releases.
- Conducted periodic inspections of project sites to verify compliance, and assess progress.
Retail Store Manager
Freedman Harness
Midway
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Trained new employees in effective sales techniques and customer service protocols.
- Provided hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and preferences.
- Managed daily store operations and ensured adherence to company policies.
Residential Trade Sales Account Manager
Big Ass Fans
Lexington
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Cultivated relationships with accounts to surpass revenue goals and targets.
- Served as primary contact for interior designers, contractors, and architects in account management and sales.
- Developed strategic accounts, resulting in over $4,000,000 in bookings and volume growth.
Showroom Account Manager
Big Ass Fans
Lexington
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Achieved sales goals by fostering long-term client relationships within assigned territory.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives to enhance team performance.
- Attended trade shows to engage with clients and showcase new products.
Entry Level Sales Representative
Big Ass Fans
Lexington
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives to enhance team performance.
- Exceeded daily sales goals, contributing to surpassing annual company targets.
- Developed in-depth knowledge of products, services, and competitive landscape.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Business
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05.2019
Agriculture And Animal Health
University of Aberystwyth Wales Study Abroad
Wales, UK12.2017
Skills
- Product Demonstration
- Grant management
- Trade Executions
- Salesforce Software
- Relationship Building
- Agricultural compliance
Timeline
Regional Manager
Kentucky Office of Agricultural Policy
08.2024 - Current
Retail Store Manager
Freedman Harness
10.2023 - 04.2024
Residential Trade Sales Account Manager
Big Ass Fans
04.2023 - 10.2023
Showroom Account Manager
Big Ass Fans
06.2022 - 07.2023
Entry Level Sales Representative
Big Ass Fans
11.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Business
Purdue University
Agriculture And Animal Health
University of Aberystwyth Wales Study Abroad