Dan Holland
ELITE SALES CLOSER | HIGH-PRESSURE PROBLEM SOLVER | ENTREPRENEUR
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About
Top-performing sales professional with a proven ~50% close rate in automotive sales—significantly above industry norms. Combines real-world grit from high-risk industrial environments with advanced communication, persuasion, and problem-solving skills. Known for rapidly building trust, diagnosing customer needs, and closing deals without pressure.
Entrepreneurial operator with hands-on experience in branding, advertising, and direct-to-consumer sales. Thrives in high-output, performance-driven environments where results matter.
Experience
Sales Consultant at Springfield Nissan Kia (2023 – Present)
- Maintain ~50% closing rate across all presented deals
- Consistently convert walk-in traffic into buyers through strong rapport and control of the sales process
- Navigate complex negotiations while maintaining trust and transparency
- Adapt communication style in real time based on customer personality and behavior
- Generate additional opportunities through follow-up and self-driven prospecting
Founder at Ozark Mindfruit LLC (2023 – Present)
- Built and launched a nootropic supplement brand from the ground up
- Developed branding, positioning, and product strategy
- Executed paid advertising campaigns and content marketing
- Managed direct-to-consumer sales and customer acquisition
- Tested and optimized messaging for conversion performance
Creative & Digital Production at Odd Animation Studios (2020 – Present)
- Produce marketing-focused video, animation, and branded content
- Design assets used in advertising and promotions
- Manage full production pipeline from concept to final delivery
- FAA-certified drone pilot producing high-quality aerial media
Electrical & Industrial Work at Fitch Electric, Tradesmen, Fagen (2016 – 2020)
- Worked in high-risk, high-demand environments requiring precision and discipline
- Executed complex electrical installations using blueprints and technical plans
- Troubleshot problems under pressure with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated resilience and reliability in physically and mentally demanding conditions
Corporate Sales at Williams Recreational Designs (2008 – 2013)
- Managed full sales cycle including prospecting, quoting, closing, and follow-up
- Increased referral business by ~25% over 5 years
- Built long-term client relationships and repeat business
Education
General Education Coursework – S.M.S.U. – Springfield, MO
General Education Coursework – Northeastern State University – Tahlequah, OK
