Calvin Kavanagh

Seasoned sales professional with over 20 years in business development and a proven 'hunter' mentality. Achieved 'National Salesperson' title at two companies while consistently delivering top sales performance. Results-oriented with strong communication skills and a target-driven approach, complemented by exceptional organizational abilities. Committed to excellence and capable of significantly contributing to any sales team's success.

Sale Consultant at Treatwell (2024-02 – 2025-07)

• Negotiated contracts to secure mutually beneficial agreements for both parties.
• Demonstrated products interactively to increase brand awareness with clear messaging.
• Handled after-sales services to maintain satisfaction and support client retention.

Field Sales Team Leader at Self Employed (2023-09 – 2024-01)

• Managed team of 4 recruits using motivational coaching to exceed sales targets.
• Recruited successful candidates and increased volume of new leads.
• Identified and recruited sales talent matched to company needs.
• Trained door-to-door sales teams to improve daily selling performance.

Field Sales Executive at Lit Fibre Broadband (2022-10 – 2023-08)

• Successfully delivered utility sales and revenue targets, consistently surpassing departmental forecasts.
• Established both short-term and long-term goals to achieve sales targets, including 3 daily deals.
• Assisted customers with a wide range of questions, leveraging product knowledge and service expertise.
• Maintained customer satisfaction through forward-thinking strategies that addressed needs.

Field Sales Account Executive B2B at Barr Direct Drinks Company (2021-05 – 2022-09)

• Visited 80-100 businesses weekly and signed 30-40 contracts each week.
• Planned and carried out a pre-planned journey route across West Midlands.
• Used account status to explain value and support sales growth.

Business Development Manager at Self Employed B2B (2019-02 – 2021-04)

• Visited existing clients and secured repeat orders to maximise sales opportunities.
• Conducted on-site visits to hair salons, barbers, and colleges across West Midlands.
• Implemented an online social media strategy to enhance brand visibility.

Field Sales Utility Advisor B2C at Virgin Media (2016-06 – 2019-01)

• Received rep of the month during first full sales month.
• Planned customer journeys to identify and prioritise sales opportunities.
• Sold TV, broadband, landline, and mobile services successfully.

Utility Business Manager B2B Field Based at Electric Ireland (2015-07 – 2016-04)

• Reached highest sales in national field contest and won best salesperson title.
• Managed small and large energy accounts across assigned territories with ethical sales.
• Followed up by phone after delivery to maintain customer satisfaction.

Business Development Manager B2B at Phone Watch Security Alarms (2014-10 – 2015-03)

• Built key customer relationships and spot new business opportunities daily.
• Negotiated and closed security contracts to keep sales flowing steadily.
• Liaised with managers, marketing, and technical staff to grow sales leads.

Utility Territory Business Manager Filed Based at Vodafone - Salessence (2008-08 – 2014-09)

• Awarded best national sales rep for top sales across 4 months.
• Completed daily sales of 3, totaling 15 weekly targets met.
• Conducted field visits for fixed landline and broadband services for B2B.
• Trained recruits through structured coaching to build essential sales skills.

Solar Sales Representative at SPV Energy (2006-08 – 2008-06)

• Converted 60%+ of phone inquiries into face-to-face appointments by qualifying leads, assessing preliminary roof suitability via satellite imagery, and building initial rapport.
• Conducting high-impact, in-person consultations and closing deals directly at the customer's kitchen table.
• Used HubSpot CRM to track follow-ups and delivering tailored in-home presentations that directly addressed customer utility pain points.

Retail Manager at Devine's (2002-01 – 2006-06)

• Proposed and rolled out new business development strategies with managing director.
• Led daily sales coaching and team development to improve performance metrics.
• Designed and delivered tailored retailing syllabus to lift sales outcomes significantly.

Senior Hair Stylist/Senior Beauty Sales Representative at Stiner (1999-03 – 2001-09)

• Sold L'Oréal hair products on board and in on-site displays.
• Presented Guinot and Steiner beauty products at onboard counters and around ship.
• Advised customers on product selection and supported purchases for travel needs.

Hair Salon Unisex Owner at Self Employed (1995-02 – 1998-02)

• Provided customer service that drives repeat business through consistent support.
• Managed daily operations to keep the business running smoothly.
• Developed new business opportunities to expand market reach and visibility.

Diploma in Hairdressing – ANCO College (1984-01 – 1985-01)

Diploma in Sales Management – Sales Management Advanced (2010-01)

Diploma in Film & Photographic Make – Westminster School of Make-Up (1998)

A-Levels in GCSE – Ireland (1985-01)