1. ROBERT GILBRETH
1031 Gresham’s Fort  Greensboro, GA 30642 (847) 738-2403  Rdgilbreth@gmail.com
• Innovative professional with 15+ years of progressive experience, within the sales industry and the
skills to drive business growth, capitalize on new revenue potential, and create marketing strategies to drive
sales.
• Expertise in all facets of sales management. Including merchandising, inventory and cost controls,
pricing strategies, client relations, marketing, purchasing, and staff training.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Profit Building
Merchandising
Product Rollout & Marketing
Key Account Management
Training & Development
Vendor Relations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ROBERT D. GILBRETH & ASSOCIATES — Barrington, IL
A sales consulting company in manufacturing and retail, providing advice and sales solutions to retailers
specializing in the Home Improvement Sector.
Owner & President, 2010 to Present
Responsible for maintaining a book of business in the Southeast and Midwest.
Key Results:
• Created new and improved techniques for manufacturers.
• Established better relationships between suppliers and retailers.
• Represent manufacturers at product and trade shows.
• Established new territory in Florida; totaling six retailers within seven months in 2012.
• Built relationships with decision makers for customers in a variety of targeted industry segments within
assigned territory (Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota).
FURNITUREKIDZ — Algonquin, IL
Retail source for children's furniture, gifts and accessories.
Owner & President, 2002 to 2011
Seized entrepreneurial opportunity to open and operate a $2 Million Dollar retail location featuring upscale
furniture for children. Responsible for managing day to day operations of the business; including, sales,
marketing and operations. Developed and implement all policies and procedures, budgeting, customer relations
as well as purchasing, vendor relations and personal sales.
Key Results:
• Opened the first Signature store for Stanley Furniture in Illinois.
• Recognized as the Best New Business in McHenry County in 2003.
• Served as key member on the Board of Directors of the Independent Home Furnishings Association.
• Doubled sales during the first 2 years of opening.
• Opened 2nd
retail location within the first four years of opening.
AMCR INCORPORATED (AGGRESSIVE MARKETING CONCEPTS OF RETAILING), — Barrington, IL
Consulting Company providing distribution and sales solutions to big box retailers for the manufacturer.
Owner & President, 2001 to 2003
Responsible for increasing profitability for manufacturers by working with retailers to streamline product
presentation; providing solutions to increase retail sales.

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Key Results:
• Optimized sales operations to increase efficiency.
• Focused sales consulting and marketing resources for the highest return opportunities.
• Personally identified opportunities to improve product packaging and marketing materials.
THE HOME DEPOT, — Arlington Heights, IL
American home improvement and construction products retailer in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Division President of the Midwest Region, 1999 - 2001
In charge of a $2B region, including oversight of Operations, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and Real
Estate for 124 stores in 11 states.
Key Results:
• Achieved 28% growth rate in new store openings, the highest in Company history.
• Identified new markets and was instrumental in the development of small market stores.
• Boosted productivity by 20% through streamlining operations and launching state of the art technology.
Merchandising Vice President, 1998 – 1999
Directed, identified and launched merchandising, advertising, and sales promotion campaigns to achieve sales
and margin goals.
Key Results:
• Attained 8% boost over sales goal for the Tool Rental merchandising concept.
Division Vice President of Operations, 1994 – 1998
Collaborated with Chief Administrative Officer in formulating operational policies. Oversaw 15 District Managers
and their staff in administering and implementing policies to increase revenue.
Key Results:
• Created and launched a Mystery Shopper program that improved customer service by heightening staff
awareness of the importance of customer service functions at all times.
• Achieved second lowest shrinkage rate of 1.2% in the Company.
EDUCATION
LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATION (Graduate Continued Education)
Babson College- Boston, MA
BACHELORS DEGREE (Business Administration)
Valdosta State University - Valdosta, GA