1. 9373 Benchmark Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46240
bencronk1126@gmail.com
(317) 363-8755
Executive Summary
I possess deep sales and communications experience with proven results. I have a track record of
commission based earnings while representing a variety of professional organizations.
Professional Experience
Defenders ​September 2015 - December 2016
Sold hundreds of security systems to homeowners across the USA
Achieved a 50.15% sales rate for 2016. Sold more than 1,500 security systems in 2016. Top 10%
of salespeople within the company for the year.
Total Quality Logistics ​October 2014 – July 2015
Competed in the Logistics industry
Coordinated freight shipments between manufacturers and truckers across the country. Negotiated rates
with trucking companies dozens of times daily. Prospected and attained new business.
Angie’s List ​August 2013 – August 2014
Achieved advertising sales results
Managed 300+ business accounts per month aiming to sell advertising and reach a monthly goal.
Sold more than 100k of advertising in Angie’s List tenure. Performed sales pitches to business leaders.
Thomas Office Machines Sales Consultant ​Summer 2012
Gained professional outside sales experience
Sold a variety of office supplies to local businesses while prospecting new accounts for the 80-year-old
business. Planned and produced a successful community shred day event promoting the company’s new
document shredding service
Other Job Experience On-Campus Involvement
Starbucks Barista Cardinal Communications Account Coordinator
Wore the green apron Produced public relations results
Dairy Queen Employee 91.3 WCRD Sports Broadcaster
Worked in fast food Lead broadcasts for Ball State Basketball
Clear Channel Radio HH Gregg Sales Center student
Performed the ‘Cronkite’ Report Learned sales skills from top scholars
Core Competencies
Adaptable to Change Collaborative in a team environment
Driven to achieve sales results Empowered to make decisions
Poised under pressure Thrives in fast paced culture
Education
Ball State University
Major: Public Relations
Minor: Marketing/Sales
May 2013 Graduate
GPA: 3.6