Edward Rueck Jr
Chicago
Summary
I'm a results-driven sales professional with 7+ years in fitness and solar industries. Expert at generating leads, setting appointments, and closing high-value contracts. Recognized for top performance, team leadership, and driving consistent business growth.
Energetic professional in renewable energy sales, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Excel in client relationship management, technical product knowledge, and sustainable solutions consulting. Thrive using strong communication skills, adaptability to rapidly changing markets, and ability to work collaboratively on diverse teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Solar Consultant and Team Leader
Elev8 Energy (Volt Home Pros)
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted door-to-door prospecting, outbound calling, and lead follow-ups, consistently generating 500+ qualified leads per month
- Set 20+ high-quality appointments per week, with the majority converting to closed contracts
- Closed an average of $160,000+ in solar contracts per month, including a $220,000 single deal, and sold systems ranging $20,000-$40,000 each
- Rapidly promoted from Top Appointment Setter to Closer within 3 months due to exceptional performance and fast mastery of the sales process
- Trained and mentored new sales reps on lead generation, objection handling, and closing techniques
- Executed consultative sales presentations addressing energy needs, financial ROI, and financing options to maximize close rates
- Coordinated pipeline management, follow-ups, and CRM updates to maintain consistent conversion and revenue tracking
- Recognized with multiple cash prizes and incentive vacations for top performance and exceeding quotas
General Manager
LA Fitness
07.2019 - 09.2024
- Led daily sales operations and revenue growth for a high-volume fitness location, consistently exceeding monthly KPIs and revenue goals
- Hired, onboarded, and trained top-performing sales and fitness staff, building a high-converting, motivated team of 20+ employees
- Conducted daily team meetings to align on goals, drive accountability, and support business growth initiatives
- Executed guerrilla-style marketing and outreach to generate new leads, including door-to-door, community events, and social engagement
- Managed lead pipelines, conducted follow-ups, and converted prospects into membership and personal training packages
- Developed business-to-business marketing strategies, securing and managing corporate accounts to increase recurring revenue
- Conducted sales consultations, objections handling, and contract closing, delivering a high-quality customer experience
- Maintained CRM and reporting systems to track performance, monitor KPIs, and optimize sales processes
- Achieved #1 Gym in the Nation multiple times under leadership, recognized for top revenue and performance
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Robert Morris University
Skills
- Lead generation
- Contract closing
- Pipeline management
- CRM software
- Customer relationship management
- Performance tracking
- Market analysis
References
Professional references available upon request.
Leadership And Achievements
- Full-Ride Scholarship Athlete - Football & Track, All-Conference honors
- Team Captain & Leadership Roles - Developed accountability, communication, and teamwork
- Door-to-Door Solar Sales & B2B Marketing - High-volume lead generation, appointment setting, and contract closing
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) & Flag Football - Discipline, teamwork, and competitive drive
- Incentive Vacations & Awards - Recognized for top sales performance and exceeding KPIs
- Community & Coaching - Mentor and coach for Football, Wrestling, and Track teams at my former high school
- Volunteer Engagement - Organized local sports and charity events
Timeline
Solar Consultant and Team Leader
Elev8 Energy (Volt Home Pros)
09.2024 - Current
General Manager
LA Fitness
07.2019 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science -
Robert Morris University