Barron Gonsalves

Barron Gonsalves

Account Executive, National Sales @ US Foods

About

Barron’s an award-winning National Sales AE with 20+ years of success exponentially increasing revenues by developing and executing long-term strategies to drive growth, profitability, and market share in competitive markets. Spearheading sales/business development, team building/leadership, and goal setting/achievement for F500 leaders such as US Foods and Western Pacific Distributors, he is known for identifying emerging market trends, customer needs, and the competitive landscape to guide decision-making and strategy development. Barron is incredibly passionate about fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and performance enhancement. With a focus on continuous improvements, he is highly skilled at sourcing key new business opportunities, partnerships, and acquisitions to expand product offerings and geographic reach. He is also a motivational, servant leader with experience building and guiding high-performing national teams of 8 with 25 vendors and $74M in annual revenues. A few recent accomplishments: 📌 Demonstrated track record generating an average of $474K annually in culinary equipment and supply sales while covering national hospitality, healthcare, education, and government partnerships. 📌 Respected as the first national sales account executive in NorCal history to accomplish 35+% in account penetration for Scoop sales. 📌 Commended by executive leadership for producing $7.425M in food service equipment sales from 2013-2016 by prospecting, networking, and developing strategic sales plans. 📌 Outstanding success taking Crysalli Artisan Water equipment from idea to market, including aiding with product development, nationwide distribution, and service network creation with a 12% increase in profitability. Barron’s high-level performance has been acknowledged with a Best in Class Communication Award, Culinary Equipment & Supplies Top Performer Award, Center of Plate Top Performer Award (2x), $21+ Million Dollar Club Award, Produce Top Performer Award, Best of Brands Award, and a Business Excellence Award, among others. In his free time, Barron enjoys reading, strength/cardio training, traveling, listening to podcasts, and journaling. Specialties, Expertise, & Attributes: Sales Management, Strategic Planning/Execution, Goal Setting/Achievement, Market Share Growth, Trend Identification, Operations Management, Policy/Regulatory Compliance, Budget Management, KPIs/Metrics, Financial Performance Management, Sales/Business Development, Team Building/Leadership, Stakeholder Relations You can reach Barron at bgonsal@wgu.edu

Country

United States

City

Cibolo

Industry

Food & Beverages

Skill

Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Business Development, Lead Generation, Strategic Planning, Account Management, Training, Logistics, Customer Service, Trade Shows, Time Management, Marketing, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Customer Satisfaction, Event Planning, Management, New Business Development, Performance Management, Sales Operations

Experience

US Foods

Account Executive, National Sales

US Foods

LinkedIn
2023-4 - Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

Buda, Texas, United States

❋ Partner with a prestigious hospital account to identify and respond to the urgent need for a patient food delivery system, generating a total equipment win of $75K with focused recognition by the National Sales VP. ❋ Increase account penetration 30% and customer loyalty 40% by presenting SaaS-based business solutions and showcasing primary vendors and exclusive brands while maintaining strict contract compliance. ❋ Grow market share 20% by introducing new products, articulating key market trends, and relaying critical savings opportunities.

US Foods

Account Executive, National Sales

US Foods

LinkedIn
2019-1 - Present · 7 yrs 9 mos

San Francisco Bay Area

❋ Partner with a prestigious hospital account to identify and respond to the urgent need for a patient food delivery system, generating a total equipment win of $75K with focused recognition by the National Sales VP. ❋ Increase account penetration 30% and customer loyalty 40% by presenting SaaS-based business solutions and showcasing primary vendors and exclusive brands while maintaining strict contract compliance. ❋ Grow market share 15% by introducing new products, articulating key market trends, and relaying critical savings opportunities.

US Foods

Corporate Account Coordinator, National Sales

US Foods

LinkedIn
2022-2 - 2023-5 · 1 yr 4 mos

Illinois, United States

❋ Promoted to positions of increasing authority and responsibility due to exemplary performance and strong management abilities. ❋ Served as the key point of contact for assigned customers and internal partners in various areas, including special orders, new account setup, route changes, inventory, etc., covering 12 states, 9 distribution centers, and 180 chain-based accounts at $74M a year. ❋ Orchestrated a team of sales coordinators, restaurant operations consultants, in-house SMEs, and broker representatives to deliver an outstanding customer experience. • Serve as key point of contact for assigned customers and internal partners in a variety of areas including; special orders, new account set up, route changes, inventory etc. Covering 12 States, 9 Distribution Centers, 180 Chain based accounts at $74 million a year. • Communicate with Partners, USF Divisions, Vendors, and Factories facilitating any challenges and bringing value-based solutions to customers in real time.

Performance Food Service Ledyard

Area Sales Manager

Performance Food Service Ledyard

LinkedIn
2016-11 - 2019-1 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Santa Cruz, California, United States

❋ Farmed and managed a diverse geographical sales territory, developing independent and regional account business while surpassing budgeted sales and profit objectives 25%. ❋ Continually grew monthly sales 20% by regularly calling on the existing book of business, executing a strategic business plan, and maintaining a full pipeline with potential new business leads. ❋ Drove account penetration by introducing company-branded products, setting appropriate pricing, and monitoring credit term compliance.

Western Pacific Distributors

Senior Account Manager

Western Pacific Distributors

LinkedIn
2007-10 - 2016-10 · 9 yrs 1 mo

Hayward, California, United States

❋ Boosted revenues 25% by managing nationwide distribution channels of hot, cold, beverage, and water segments of food service equipment with full knowledge of the service and warranty process. ❋ Created and provided win/win solutions for end users and distributors, contributing to a 30% increase in satisfaction ratings. ❋ Managed and grew local wholesale accounts 15% through strategic sales/business development plans.

Money Line America

Mortgage Loan Officer

Money Line America

2000-4 - 2007-8 · 7 yrs 5 mos

Pleasanton, California, United States

❋ Offered guidance, advice, and education to borrowers through the loan application process, including consulting with clients on lending programs to assist in executing financial goals and creating achievable payment schedules. ❋ Employed a thorough understanding of lender credit/rebate and loan discount points to price mortgages through various lender portals.

Education

Western Governors University

Western Governors University

LinkedIn

Business Administration and Management, General

2012 - 2014 · 2 yrs
Chabot College

Chabot College

LinkedIn

Business Administration and Management, General

2007 - 2009 · 2 yrs
Western Governors University

Western Governors University

LinkedIn

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