Reid Bender
Entry-Level Sales Candidate | B.A. Communication & Professional Sales Minor
Results-driven early-career sales professional with experience in consultative selling, customer retention, and revenue growth in fast-paced environments. Known for building rapport quickly, adapting my interpersonal approach, and influencing purchasing decisions. Seeking an entry-level sales role where persistence, communication, and relationship-building drive new business development and revenue growth.
Turning every customer interaction into an opportunity — from the restaurant floor to the sales floor.
Experience
Bartender
The Corner Bar | Pickerington, OH
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Engage with 100+ customers per shift, earning repeat business through attentive service and personalized recommendations
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Apply consultative selling to identify customer preferences and guide purchasing decisions toward premium offerings
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Support revenue performance through effective upselling and value‑based product positioning in a high‑volume environment
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Address customer concerns professionally and in real time, preserving trust while maintaining service standards during peak demand
May 2025 – Present
Server / Food Runner
Cameron Mitchell Restaurants | Columbus & Cincinnati, OH
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Selected for elite opening team based on performance; executed intensive training in genuine guest engagement and upselling strategies.
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Influenced purchasing decisions by recommending premium menu items and add-ons aligned to guest profile and preferences.
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Successfully managed high-volume dining cycles at Cap City Fine Diner and Del Mar, ensuring peak operational excellence and guest satisfaction.
July 2024 – February 2026
Clinical Rotation
6NW Cardiac Unit | University of Cincinnati Medical Center
Developed critical rapport and influence techniques with patients and families in high-stress, high-stakes medical environments.
Adapted communication styles to match diverse situational needs, demonstrating emotional intelligence and persuasive clarity.
Maintained absolute composure and performance under peak pressure, adhering to complex protocols while driving positive outcomes.
August 2023 – May 2024
LEADERSHIP
Beta Theta Pi
As a member of the Disciplinary Committee and Social Lead Assistant, I managed peer-to-peer accountability and organized campus-wide social events. This role required strict adherence to institutional standards and the ability to lead diverse groups toward collective success.
Lacrosse Captain
Leading the varsity team as captain, I was responsible for strategic game planning, player motivation, and tactical execution. This experience honed my ability to manage high-pressure environments and foster a culture of discipline and teamwork.
Strategic Mentorship
Dedicated to mentoring incoming recruits on consultative sales techniques and relationship management processes. Focused on improving team conversion rates through collaborative role-play and active feedback loops.
Institutional Standards
Focused on excellence and discipline, ensuring all organizational initiatives align with core strategic objectives and professional growth across all leadership activities.
Technical & Soft Skills
CRM Proficiency
Expertise in HubSpot and Salesforce CRM systems for data management and pipeline tracking.
Lead Generation
Strategic outreach and prospecting techniques to identify and engage high-value prospects.
Upselling
Consultative selling methodologies to increase average deal size and revenue per client.
Objection Handling
Advanced negotiation and persuasion skills to overcome common sales barriers and close deals.