Former Marine and Recent Graduate Seeking a Career Change

Good Evening,

My name is Thomas Leagon a retired Marine and recent graduate from Eastern Michigan University. I was referred to Motor City Connect by some mutual members, in reference to possible employment openings in Detroit or Ann Arbor, Michigan. I have a wide variety of sales experience and would appreciate any opportunities that may allow me to advance my career.

Below is my resume for your review and consideration.
I look forward to speaking with you.THOMAS H. LEAGON
602 Cherry Orchard Rd.
Canton, Michigan 48188
734.277.1047
tleagon@aol.com

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a sales opportunity with a market leader that will utilize my extensive experience from automotive and military sales positions. Willing to consider dual purposed roles that also include business development and marketing responsibilities.

EXPERIENCE

Automotive Sales
2007-Present
Client Advisor
BMW, Ann Arbor, MI.

•Ranked 2nd highest in gross first month on production
•100% Customer Satisfaction level year-to-date
•Outperformed peers within 3rd month of employment
•Worked with top-tier client base with zero percent defection to other brands
•Increased sales to corporate offices and mid-range business by 21%

Sales, Leasing, and Financing
Varsity Ford, Ann Arbor, MI

•Ranked 2 out of 26 in Back End Sales Contest (2008)
•Ranked 1 out of 26 New Car Sales (2008)
•Averaged 3 different insurance policies on each unit sold (Window ETCH, Extended Service Plans, Life and Disability Insurance, and GAP Insurance.)
•Ranked 9 out of 26 in New Car Sales (2007)
•98% Customer Satisfaction for 2007 in overall sales experience
•Responsible for all aspects of vehicle sales from presentation, financing, certifying every buyer order, and booking all deals.
•Sold and delivered over 159 vehicles during 2007

United States Marine Corps 1994-2004
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps, 29 Palms, CA and Iraq

•Routinely promoted ahead of peers for over achievement & merit
•Successfully led & directed the daily activities of 6 to 36 personnel, including combat leadership of up to 43 Mariners in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
•Expertly managed government assets in excess of 3 million dollars.
•Management experience in high-stress environments: Marine Security Forces where shifts were on 24 hour rotations and in combat as a Tank Company Platoon Sergeant

Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge
Recruiting Station San Mateo, San Mateo, CA

•Boosted sales productivity by 50% through implementation of comprehensive training program.
•Trained new recruiters in proper procedures and policies
•Doubled stations new applicant enlistment.
•Amplified new contracting and shipping mission by 25%.

Marine Corps Recruiter
Recruiting Sub-Station Santa Clara, Santa Clara, CA

•Surpassed required recruiting quota by 75% annually
•Ranked 2 out of 61 recruiters (Nov 2000-2002) in Northern Ca. region
•Trained in closing sales and overcoming indifference with an intangible product while maintaining 100% customer satisfaction
•Sourced applicants for programs to include aviation, law & intelligence

EDUCATION
Eastern Michigan University 2004-2006
•B.S., Business Management.
•Graduated Magna Cum Laude.
•Golden Key Honor Society
•Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
•Dean's List

TECHNICAL SKILL

Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.