1. LEE BERNARD
42W512 Kedeka Rd Sugar Grove, IL 60554 (630) 777-7396 lee@stickersignlabel.com
http://www.facebook.com/MercedesBenzLee
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lee-Bernard-Fine-Arts/228324863916554
EXPERIENCE
Brian Bemis Mercedes-Benz 12 / 2014 – Present
Certified Mercedes-Benz Sales Consultant
In this position I am required to maintain Mercedes-Benz and Honda certifications through on-going
extensive product and method training. Currently I am handling Mercedes-Benz leads and sales. This is a
small dealership where I utilize my background in management to organize leads, sales, promotional
events, and handle customer issues as they arise. I handle vehicle delivery for new and certified pre-
owned vehicles and keep track of customers through the DealerSocket CRM system.
MIKE 200,000 Miles 02 / 2014 – 10 / 2014
Sales Manager
I was responsible for developing a customer base, contacting leads, and selling vehicles that fit client’s
needs. I taught and guided salespeople in understanding our CRM system, bulk emailings, the 10-step
selling process, and I motivate sales activity through positive reinforcement. I was involved in marketing
discussions, product presentation design, and development of graphic arts material for the dealership to
use in print media and website integration. Responsibilities also included stocking inventory, stipulation
paperwork processing, and performing the F&I process for analyzing client’s credit worthiness as well as
add-on sales and final contract billing out.
ROCK SPA, INC. 03 / 2007 – 12 / 2013
Production Manager
I worked directly with clients from product development, pricing and bidding, to product detailing in CAD,
product production and manufacturing utilizing CAM production. I handled all new artwork and machinery
development. I designed and directed wide format printing and CAD/CAM production. I worked directly
with clients to ensure designs fit their needs. Daily activities included estimating, material purchasing, bid
presentation, production management, prototyping, production analysis, installation coordination and
packaging, billing and accounting. A wide array of projects can be viewed at the Facebook page
http://www.facebook.com/RockSpaCADCAM
ODINN WORKS, INC. 07 / 1998 - 06 / 2005
Operations Manager
I became an affiliate of Granitewerks and took over the granite and Silestone countertop installations for
18 Home Depot stores in Illinois. We provided excellent customer support for both Home Depot clients
and our own clients. Daily activities included estimating, field measuring, CAD shop drawing production,
material handling, employee scheduling and management, installation coordination, billing oversight, and
customer relations.
2. GRANITWERKS, INC. 01 / 1996 - 06 / 1998
National Accounts Manager
Travelled the country selling semi-pre-fabbed granite countertops to small shops with the capabilities to fit
and finish the work. I established contact with Home Depot Headquarters and worked in developing a
multi-million dollar connection for Granitewerks. I set up affiliates in surrounding areas of Chicago
allowing small, able shops to offer high quality hard surface solutions to their clients.
EDUCATION
DRAKE UNIVERSITY – Des Moines, IA
BFA , SCULPTURE - Graduated with Cum Laude Honors
INTERESTS
Art,Sculpture, Oil Painting, Motorcycle Riding and Modifying, Skiing, Social Justice, Moral and Spiritual
Improvement, Custom Signage, Small Parts Manufacturing