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Corey Hanrahan

Chicago

Summary

Sales and marketing leader with 10+ years of driving revenue growth, strategic partnerships, and standout brand activations for global brands, including Casio, Nike, Converse, and Zumiez. Skilled in corporate gifting, B2B development, military/tactical sales, and experiential marketing. Known for innovative strategies, leading cross-functional teams, and building relationships that deliver measurable results.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Sales Manager – Outdoor, Military & Corporate Gifting

Casio America, Inc.
Chicago
01.2021 - Current
  • Launched Casio’s Corporate Gifting channel, expanding into ASI/PPAI trade shows to build a new revenue stream.
  • Developed follow-up strategies boosting client engagement by 25%+.
  • Created Military Dropship Program with AAFES/NEXCOM, expanding premium assortments.
  • Achieved 28% YoY sales growth through distributor partnerships, securing accounts like 5.11, Scheels, Academy.
  • Built Sporting Goods Shipper Program, solving space challenges and regaining holiday placement.
  • Interviewed, hired, and managed 3 new rep groups to expand U.S. coverage.
  • Forecasted inventory 7 months in advance to align supply with account order cycles.
  • Promoted from Sales Rep to Regional Manager within 1 year, leading Outdoor, Military, Tactical & Gifting divisions.
  • Partnered with marketing to launch multiple new watches, creating sales training and promotional campaigns.

Assistant Head of Product & Marketing

Nike Chicago
Chicago
01.2016 - 01.2021
  • Directed product launches/activations generating $1M+ in sales (NBA All-Star, Chicago Marathon).
  • Delivered Nike Chicago’s highest sales week with $1.1M+ limited product drop.
  • Built new revenue streams via NFL & Women’s Training divisions.
  • Managed large-scale experiential events (House of Go, Be True, Bears Pop-Up).
  • Led weekly Consumer Direct meetings, trained district teams, streamlined logistics operations.

Store Manager

Converse
Chicago
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Achieved record-breaking Black Friday revenue, driving YoY sales gains.
  • Strengthened customer loyalty with personalized shopping experiences.
  • Mentored 3 managers promoted into district-level leadership.

District Sales Manager

Zumiez
Chicago
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Oversaw multi-store operations, cutting shrink from 2.2% to 0.8% while driving double-digit growth.
  • Partnered with marketing on Zumiez “Couch Tour,” winning Best Stop 7 years in a row.
  • Opened new markets in Ohio, Michigan, St. Louis, building high-performing teams.
  • Executed athlete signing events and experiential marketing campaigns.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Harper College
Illinois
01.2016

Skills

  • Corporate gifting and partnerships
  • Event marketing and brand activation
  • Sales growth strategies
  • P&L management and revenue expansion
  • Trade show execution
  • Consumer insights and trend analysis
  • Retail operations and merchandising
  • Team leadership and training
  • Inventory forecasting and supply chain management
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Keynote presentations
  • Retail analytics platforms

Certification

Introduction to Marketing, UBCx – University of British Columbia, 01/20

Awards

  • Nike Maxim Award (Team Win), 01/19
  • District Manager of the Year Nominee, 01/13
  • District Manager of the Period, 01/12
  • Most Inspirational Sales Leader Award

Timeline

Regional Sales Manager – Outdoor, Military & Corporate Gifting

Casio America, Inc.
01.2021 - Current

Assistant Head of Product & Marketing

Nike Chicago
01.2016 - 01.2021

Store Manager

Converse
01.2015 - 01.2016

District Sales Manager

Zumiez
01.2010 - 01.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Harper College
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