Phil Minissale

Professional Persona Project 10/12/14

Traveling Salesman

!Music, Sailing,

Climbing, and Spirits

Music

I traveled the country as an independent Singer/Songwriter

I opened concerts for John Hammond Jr., Roy Bookbinder, Paul Geremia, among others.

I played international tours in Italy, Israel, and Canada.

Property Management

Living in NYC, I was assigned to thirteen properties throughout the city. I managed the properties by making sure the cleaning services were accomplished. I managed schedule of staff, and organized the greeting of the guest for these corporate rentals.

Climbing and Recreation

I’ve been a recreational rock climber, sailor, and windsurfer for the past ten years. I’ve managed to travel once or twice a year to visit a new place to climb. My last climbing expedition was in Thailand in February 2014.

Skills & Qualities

I’ve run a successful business since 18 years old, traveling as a songwriter. I’ve made many professional connections via this career path.

My eclectic skills set me apart from the competition, and displays my hunger for new and exciting interests.

Skills & Qualities

My communication and professionalism grants me opportunities to represent the companies I have worked for.

Professional public speaking

Social Media Marketing

Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Apple Keynote, and iMovie

Proven communication skills within client interactions, staff trainings, and educational presentations to large groups.

Managed corporate rental properties in New York City with high-quality service for client retention.

Interviewed, hired, and trained a team of sales representatives for promotion of AT&T.

Professional Experience

Current: Old New Orleans Rum / Regional Sales Manager / New Orleans, LA

Current: Independent Musician

Cydcor Gulf States Marketing / AT&T Sales Account Manager / New Orleans, LA

Great Places NYC / Assistant Property Manager / New York, NY

HVAC Sales, Foreman & Technician / Lilly Pulitzer / King of Prussia, PA

Marsh Creek Watersports / Waterfront Manager / Downingtown, PA

Education

Full Sail University - BS Entertainment Business Towards Masters of Art in Public Relations

Towson University - Studied Music & Psychology

–Phil Minissale

“I will always work towards the title of

Renaissance Man”

Old New Orleans Rum

Regional Sales Manager Phil Minissale

Regional Account Manager Old New Orleans Rum

2815 Frenchman St. New Orleans, LA

504-945-9400

Contact: phil@oldneworleansrum.com

www.oldneworleansrum.com

What my job entails?

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Regional Sales Manager

Create personal relationships with accounts to increase sales both on/off premise

Monthly KPIs including product placement, featured menu placements, etc.

Territories include: LA, AS, FL, NY, PA

Director of Sales in January 2015

Overcoming Obstacles

A family bankruptcy had me leave college the first time round to support my father’s new business.

Passing of my dad in March 2013.

Moving to New Orleans in September of 2013 to pursue a career here.

Ideal Work Environment

Positively reinforces it’s employees.

Incentives and bonus available for hard work.

Room for growth, promotion, and expansion.

A position that consistently challenges and encourages it’s employees to be the best at their service.

–Phil Minissale

Success means hammocks, beaches,

spirits, and a guitar in my lap.

References

These are all personal images from my image library.