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Scott Mitchell

Saint Charles

Summary

Highly motivated Sales Engineer with a focus on utilizing consultative sales skills to effectively address and resolve customers' technical challenges. Collaborates closely with the sales team to surpass customer expectations by delivering functional and cost-effective solutions, ensuring successful system implementation. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and a proven ability to cultivate loyal customer relationships. Dedicated to driving customer satisfaction and contributing to the overall success of the organization.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technology Manager

Telcom Innovations Group
06.2007 - Current
  • Lead the development of all technology initiatives within TIG, including the creation of new products and the provision of technical support for Sales, In-House Technical Assistance Center (TAC), Field Service, and Professional Services teams
  • Act as Lead Sales Engineer, collaborating closely with sales teams to understand customer needs, promote TIG’s product offerings, and ensure optimal technical support throughout the sales process
  • Design, develop, and deliver customized proposals in response to customer-specific requirements, including RFPs and tailored industry solutions
  • Conduct product demonstrations and trial installations to showcase product capabilities and facilitate decision-making for prospective clients
  • Provide training to internal teams on customer-facing applications and the practical use of technologies to ensure successful deployments

Technical Assistance Center Manager (Service Manager)

Telcom Innovations Group
01.1999 - 06.2007
  • Managed Technical Help Desk, including sales support, help desk management, field technician level 1 support, technical support for new installations, and maintenance of in-house systems
  • Ensured 100% uptime for in-house systems
  • Maintained an average call center response time of less than 1 minute
  • Reduced system downtime to less than 1 hour

Project Manager

Midco, Inc.
09.1998 - 01.1999
  • Supervised installation of new communication systems, including sales support, new installation support, data collection from customers, and programming
  • Completed all installations under budget and achieved 100% customer satisfaction

Service Technician

Midco, Inc.
04.1994 - 09.1998
  • Performed on-site maintenance of customer telephone equipment, including running cables and installing telephones, paging, and security systems
  • Recognized as Technician of the Year and Employee of the Year
  • Most requested technician for repairs and installations

Interior Communications Technician/Auxiliary Electrician

U.S. Navy
06.1990 - 04.1994
  • Performed electrical and electronic maintenance and repair of all interior communications systems
  • Ran cables and installed telephones, intercoms, audio/visual equipment (CCTV, security, etc.), and ship-to-shore communications systems
  • Supervised special projects and provided classroom and on-the-job training
  • Prepared and presented lectures, developed class curriculum, and coordinated training schedules

Education

Graduate -

Eisenhower High School
Blue Island, IL
01.1990

Basic Electrical/Electronic Training Certificate -

Illinois Technical School Systems

Skills

  • Effective Sales Closing
  • Engaging Presentation Techniques
  • Support Resolution Skills
  • Building Professional Connections
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Sales Team Collaboration
  • Effective Multitasking
  • Dependable Work Ethic

Certification

Basic Electrical/Electronic Training Certificate, Illinois Technical School Systems

Training

Industry Training

  • Ring Central Sales and SE
  • Dialpad Sales and SE
  • Intermedia Elevate Sales and SE
  • Mitel Networks various systems
  • AVST CallXpress
  • HP ASP, ASC, AIS, ASE & MASE
  • VMware VSP & VTSP
  • Extreme Networks ECSP & ECDP

Management Training

  • Keye Criticism and Discipline Skills for Managers
  • Keye The Step-By-Step Guide to Supervising Employees

Military Training

  • Gauge Calibration Technician
  • Auxiliary Electrician Forward
  • Auxiliary Forward (Mechanical)
  • Dial-X Combined Maintenance
  • Advanced Submarine Storage Battery
  • Central Atmosphere Monitoring System (CAMS) Combined Maintenance
  • Army/Navy Underwater Interior Communications System

Timeline

Technology Manager

Telcom Innovations Group
06.2007 - Current

Technical Assistance Center Manager (Service Manager)

Telcom Innovations Group
01.1999 - 06.2007

Project Manager

Midco, Inc.
09.1998 - 01.1999

Service Technician

Midco, Inc.
04.1994 - 09.1998

Interior Communications Technician/Auxiliary Electrician

U.S. Navy
06.1990 - 04.1994

Basic Electrical/Electronic Training Certificate -

Illinois Technical School Systems
Basic Electrical/Electronic Training Certificate, Illinois Technical School Systems

Graduate -

Eisenhower High School
Scott Mitchell