Andrew Eaton is an experienced retail director seeking a new leadership position. He has 17 years of experience in retail management, including roles as District Manager and Director of various departments. He has a proven track record of success, including awards and substantial sales increases. He is skilled at developing teams, forging partnerships, and driving growth even in challenging economic environments.

1. Andrew R. Eaton [email_address] 804-201-1949

2. Who Is Andrew Eaton? An award winning, bottom line driven Director, with seventeen years of professional experience in the retail industry; Extremely effective at operating highly profitable multi-million dollar retail locations across large geographical territories; A diverse background, having served in the corporate role as the Director of Retail Services and Director of Sales Development; A leader that is consistently placed at the forefront of the organizations strategic initiatives and transformational tactics; Uniquely gifted as a teacher, trainer & developer of future leaders.

3. My Personal Motto: “Success is a Decision” I enlisted in the United States Marine Corps at only age 17. During a field exercise, firing live artillery shells over fellow Marines, a section chief did not validate that the fuse had been properly set. The shell exploded over the heads of the infantry… The Commanding Officer relieved him of his duties and asked me to assume command of the cannon crew. I was younger and less experienced than the Marines that would be reporting to me. I accepted the Captains mission and the responsibility that came with it, knowing that this was my first step towards becoming a true leader. Failure simply was never an option. Success is a decision. Once you choose to be successful, there is no turning back. 1991, Operation Desert Storm: Corporal US Marines.

4. What Can Andrew Do For Your Company? BUILD RELATIONSHIPS Highly effective at forging lasting & meaningful relationships with third party partners & vendors, leading to substantial improvements in sales & profits. One of the most inspirational, motivating communicators in the organization, able to quickly and effectively achieve the commitment and buy-in of retail leaders. SERVE AS LEADER IN ANY ENVIRONMENT I will leverage my leadership abilities, vast experience in the retail industry and proven track record of success, to drive growth for the organization. Even in a challenging macroeconomic environment, I will deliver exceptional results, driving substantial incremental revenue, profits and market share for you. I will achieve success in a variety of highly competitive and fast-paced environments, as I’m a natural leader focused on excellence & hard-wired to proactively direct and perform at the highest levels. BUILD THE RIGHT TEAM Excellent results will be accomplished by assembling, and developing the right team. I will take an innovative approach to managing our portfolios and providing consistent, clear direction and follow up, utilizing prescribed business rhythms. STRENGTHEN BRAND RELEVANCE This will be accomplished by forging meaningful business relationships with key leaders and becoming integrated with their strategic planning process.

5. A Portfolio of Professional Excellence I join your team, already possessing a proven track record of success and the enthusiastic attitude that you expect from your leaders: 2006 District Manager of the Year 2006 Values + Culture + Performance Award 2006 North Star Award Multiple Leader of Distinction Awards Consistent winner of monthly President’s Club Awards 2007, pictured with the CEO. 1 st DM to ever receive all 3 prestigious awards.

6. Partnership Leading to Results I was the point person, working directly with multiple vendors to create, deploy and direct the process for the National Home Entertainment Training Sessions that took place in the spring and fall of 2008. The results were exceptional, with the Home Entertainment “basket” rising from $262 to $330. This was the highest level achieved in over two years, without a supporting promotion such as free home theater system.

7. Solid Ability to Manage Relationships As the Director of Sales Development, I created and coordinated the “Partnership Alignment Process”, managing the relationships between key vendor partners and corporate/retail leadership. Monster Cable, J.P. Morgan Chase, Samsung, Panasonic, Bose, Sony, Hewlett Packard and Action Link were all involved. Under my direction, the business relationships reached a pinnacle and retail stores were engaged in a unified fashion by all partners, aligned on core company objectives and prescribed selling behaviors. This drove positive results and better customer service.

8. International Experience In 2007, I was selected by the CEO to serve as the “retail man on the ground” exploring business opportunities in China with various consulting firms. I possess a deep understanding of the intricacies involved with retail joint ventures, “market maker” opportunities, category manager principals and sourcing operations. 2007, visiting key manufacturers throughout China, exploring opportunities.

9. Respected & Admired as a Leader “ I would highly recommend Andrew for any leadership position. He is one of the most energetic and motivational people that I have ever worked with. He blends a great business sense with strong training skills. I have never a seen a team more loyal to their leader than Andrew's team. In all of my years of Retail, I can say with confidence that Andrew is in the top 1% of talent (if not the very best). If given the opportunity, I would urge you to hire him.” January 20, 2009 Brian Bade , Regional Vice President , Circuit City “ Andrew was instrumental in improving the relationship between Bose and Circuit City in the South Texas market. Under his direction and leadership as District Manager, sales of Bose products and attachments increased significantly due to the new partnership that he fostered between Store Directors and myself. The foundation that Andrew built in the Houston area continued to benefit Bose and Circuit City for years to come with the market eventually becoming a reference standard for both companies.” November 16, 2008 Derrick Johnson , Sell Through Group , Bose Corporation “ I had the pleasure to work with Andrew, I can tell you, he was the most influential person I ever had the opportunity to work with in 27 years. Andrew has impeccable integrity, a never ending drive to be the best, and practices servant leadership at the highest levels. He is one of the most charismatic, and engaging people I have ever met. Andrew truly cares about the people he works with, and his work ethic is both inspiring, and contagious. He will be an incredible asset to any organization.” October 13, 2008 Mark McKnight , General Manager , Circuit City