Daniel Pitter

Results-driven Corporate Sales and Business Development professional with 10+ years of experience driving revenue, developing client relationships, generating new business, and guiding customers through complex sales processes. Proven ability to prospect and qualify opportunities, uncover client needs, present tailored solutions, negotiate effectively, and manage relationships throughout the sales lifecycle. Experienced across B2C and B2B sales, consultative selling, lead generation, pipeline management, CRM systems, financial services, automotive, and entrepreneurship.

Known for building trust quickly, maintaining strong follow-through, and turning client relationships into repeat and referral business.

Sales Consultant | Client Relationship & Business Development at Empire Hyundai (2025-11 – 2026-07)

• Manage the full sales lifecycle, from lead generation and initial discovery through product presentation, negotiation, financing coordination, closing, and post-sale follow-up.
• Build trusted relationships with prospective and existing clients by understanding individual needs, priorities, budgets, and purchasing objectives.
• Manage a high-volume sales pipeline and prioritize follow-ups, qualified opportunities, and prospects based on likelihood to convert.
• Leverage CRM and dealership technology to track leads, document client interactions, manage follow-up activity, and maintain accurate pipeline information.
• Conduct consultative product presentations and demonstrations, translating product features into benefits aligned with customer needs.
• Partner with finance, management, and internal teams to structure transactions, resolve issues, and deliver a seamless client experience.
• Generate repeat and referral opportunities through proactive relationship management and exceptional customer service.

Sales Consultant | Business Development at Creative Capital Solutions (2025-06 – 2025-11)

• Drive new business through outbound prospecting, lead generation, qualification, follow-up, and consultative sales conversations with business owners.
• Develop relationships with prospective clients by identifying business needs, understanding cash-flow challenges, and presenting appropriate funding solutions.
• Manage prospects through the sales funnel from initial outreach and qualification through application and deal progression.
• Clearly communicate financial products, repayment structures, and funding considerations to business owners and decision-makers.
• Maintain an active pipeline while balancing prospecting, client follow-up, application activity, and relationship management.
• Build trust with business owners through responsive communication, consistent follow-through, and solutions-focused client service.

Founder & Owner | Business Development & Client Partnerships at Iconic Water Sports LLC (2021-10 – Present)

• Founded and operate a customer-focused charter business with responsibility for sales, business development, marketing, client relationships, partnerships, and daily operations.
• Generate new business through direct outreach, digital marketing, referrals, repeat customers, and strategic partnerships.
• Manage the complete client lifecycle, including lead response, needs assessment, quoting, booking, scheduling, payment coordination, service delivery, and post-service follow-up.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers, vendors, and business partners to create recurring revenue and expand business opportunities.
• Identify customer trends and market opportunities to inform promotional strategies, partnerships, and business development initiatives.
• Deliver personalized service designed to increase customer satisfaction, retention, referrals, and repeat bookings.

Sales Consultant | Client Development at Priority Acura (2018-05 – 2024-03)

• Managed prospective and existing customer relationships throughout the sales cycle, from initial discovery through negotiation, closing, and follow-up.
• Generated sales opportunities through prospecting, referrals, outbound follow-up, and relationship development.
• Used consultative selling techniques to identify customer priorities and recommend solutions aligned with individual budgets and preferences.
• Negotiated purchases and collaborated with finance teams to facilitate transactions and overcome barriers to closing.
• Maintained detailed customer records and sales activity while actively managing follow-up opportunities.
• Built repeat business by providing personalized service and maintaining relationships beyond the initial sale.

Sales Consultant | Business Development at Checkered Flag Toyota (2019-03 – 2020-02)

• Managed a high-volume sales pipeline while prospecting for new customers and converting qualified leads into sales opportunities.
• Conducted needs assessments, product presentations, demonstrations, negotiations, and closing conversations.
• Built relationships with customers through consistent follow-up, personalized recommendations, and responsive communication.
• Collaborated with finance and dealership leadership to structure transactions and resolve client concerns.
• Generated additional opportunities through referrals, repeat business, and proactive customer outreach.

Asset Protection Manager | Operations & Team Leadership at Macy's (2014-07 – 2018-08)

• Managed daily operational responsibilities in a high-volume retail environment while supporting store leadership and supervising team members.
• Built strong working relationships with employees, management, security personnel, and external partners.
• Managed sensitive information, conducted investigations, prepared detailed documentation, and exercised sound judgment in high-pressure situations.
• Supervised and delegated responsibilities to team members while maintaining accountability for operational priorities.
• Collaborated cross-functionally to identify risks, resolve issues, and improve store operations.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – SHAW UNIVERSITY (2015)