Mark Petree: in Melrose, MA

Territory manager for eastern New England (Eastern Mass, New Hampshire, Maine) Managed 60 accounts for Accell brands Raleigh, Redline, Torker, Lapierre, and Seattle Bike Supply. Led dealers through transition of the above brands being sold separately to being sold as a portfolio of brands as part of Accell North America. Assisted bicycle dealers with brand management, planning, and forecasting. Conducted product training and sales clinics. Provided business consulting for retailers on point of sale systems, merchandising, marketing, and increasing profit margin.

Developed and implemented sales programs for Topeak and Onguard for key accounts in the United States. Observed and reported market trends to Topeak headquarters in Taiwan. Traveled nationally to present products, garner dealer feedback, and conduct market research. Helped to develop marketing campaigns for Topeak and Onguard. Responsible for MAP policy and enforcement for Topeak and OnGuard. Attended industry events and trade shows to present products to industry buyers as well as consumers.

Responsible for $5 million territory consisting of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Manged 40+ accounts, achieving overall growth of 65%. 100% club 1999, 2000,'01,'03,'05,'07,'09,'10. Provided business consultant services to dealers utilizing elements of kaizen as well as market and competitor knowledge. Assisted dealer with store merchandising. Conducted sales and product training presentations for retailer staff and consumers. Championed Trek products, sales programs, and promotions enabling dealers to increase sales and profitability. Forecasted territory sales and reported on market trends to sales and product management. Mentored three inside sales representative to promotions to territory managers.