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LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
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Brennan Canada

Lexington

Summary

Experienced sales specialist highly effective at achieving sales goals on a consistent basis in competitive, fast-paced sales environments by applying exceptional verbal and written communication strengths along with detailed knowledge of company products and deep customer relations expertise.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Immunization Sales Specialist

GSK- GlaxoSmithKline
03.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to enhance their understanding of shingles and RSV vaccines, empowering them to better protect patients and improve health outcomes.
  • Contributed to a significant 35% increase in sales within the first two months, compared to the same period last year (STLY).
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to achieve the company's leading ecosystem performance for Q2 and Q3.
  • Expanded shingles vaccine reach by increasing rates in various hospitals and successfully integrating vaccine stocking into numerous provider practices.
  • Consulted with HCPs daily to identify pain points in vaccination processes, offering solutions to improve patient flow to pharmacies and enhance in-office vaccination uptake through effective coverage strategies.

Associate Sales Representative

Stryker- Surgicor
01.2024 - 03.2025
  • Mako Robotics
  • Enhanced communication and collaboration with surgeons and staff to effectively communicate and refine specifications for robotic-assisted knee and hip reconstruction devices.
  • Demonstrated strong strategic thinking by aligning device utilization with individual patient needs, resulting in improved surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
  • Achieved consistent success in selling medical devices to hospitals and surgery centers within the competitive orthopedics market.

Education

Masters - Kinesiology and Health Promotion

University of Kentucky
05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Kentucky
08.2022

Skills

  • Vaccine education
  • Sales strategy
  • Market analysis
  • Product demonstration
  • Healthcare collaboration
  • Customer relationship management
  • Effective communication
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Team collaboration

Volunteer Experience

University of Kentucky, 2022-08, Salvation Army Thanksgiving Meal, Flood Victim Telethon, Western Kentucky Tornado Relief Effort, Samaritan’s Feet, God’s Pantry, Christmas Miracles, Ronald McDonald House, Read Across America, Fill Abundance

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

  • University of Kentucky Men’s Basketball - Student-Athlete 2019 - 2024
  • Utilized time management and organizational skills devoting 20-30 hours a week to athletic commitments while excelling at a rigorous academic course load.
  • Committed to a disciplined individual and team approach while exercising a work ethic to adapt to the fast-paced life of a Division 1 athlete.
  • Accepted feedback and constructive criticism from coaches and teammates to enhance skills and increase contributions for successful participation in the Southeastern Conference.
  • Analyzed twelve hours of film each week and studied game strategy to understand individual mistakes to prepare for adjustments in advance of and during team competition.
  • Demonstrated effective communication to coordinate practice and workout schedules with fifteen teammates and coaches to enhance the competitive environment.
  • Student Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC) - Team Representative 2022 - 2024
  • Selected by coaches to represent team on SAAC which serves as the voice of UK student athletes to athletic administration, Southeastern Conference, and NCAA.
  • Attended monthly meetings to seek knowledge about upcoming professional development, community engagement, and leadership events.
  • Acquired knowledge from guest speakers and shared feedback on relevant issues to the student-athlete experience.
  • Collaborated with over 30 student athletes to plan SAAC sponsored events and build community amongst the student athlete population.
  • Represented University of Kentucky at bi-annual Southeastern Conference Leadership Council meetings to collaborate with the SEC Commissioner and officials on relevant topics such as rule changes, student-athlete experience and overall impact of men’s basketball.

Timeline

Immunization Sales Specialist

GSK- GlaxoSmithKline
03.2025 - Current

Associate Sales Representative

Stryker- Surgicor
01.2024 - 03.2025

Masters - Kinesiology and Health Promotion

University of Kentucky

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Kentucky
Brennan Canada