Drew Dolkas

Responsible for planning and executing Roark’s multi-channel global sales and operations strategy. Collaborate with the brand CEO and executive management team to develop and execute company sales and operations initiatives for goal achievement. Execute a key leadership role to the group participating in cross-department functionality and inter-company management, decision making, and critical thinking to facilitate the best course of action for the business and to maximize sales and operational processes. Primary responsibilities include: in-house sales management, rep force management, international distributor management, oversite of Roark retail, and key account management. Focus on implementation of key operational functions, development of processes, oversight of multi-department communication and strategy execution. Duties include: business forecasting, strategy planning, budget creation and management, inventory management, product buys, analytical reporting, operational planning, developing process initiatives, efficiencies management, and play a key role in management of effective synergies and communication between Roark departments.

Execute a key leadership role to the group by aiding and reporting directly to the President Participating in cross-department functionality and inter-company management decision making and critical thinking to facilitate the best course of action for the business and to maximize sales.

Managed the National Sales Rep Force and Key Accounts by facilitating and expanding relationships to ultimately grow sales and achieve set Fiscal Goals

Relocated to Asbury Park, NJ to manage sales for the Mid-Atlantic territory for Quiksilver -Holiday 13-QS N. American Rep with highest overall percentage booked to sales goal First season in the territory had highest dollars booked for the country in Wetsuit Sales 112% to Goal overall for Summer 2014 -Continually hit season and division goals -Grew business significantly in a short period and established critical relationships with retailers including: Brave New World, Heritage, Farias, Quiet Storm

Relocated to Cocoa Beach, FL and successfully launched a program focusing on the sales of Eyewear, Watches and Wetsuits -Increased Eyewear and Watch Sales in the region by 285% in two years -In first year became #1 selling Eyewear/Watch Rep for Quiksilver -Opened over 50 new accounts for the divisions including Ron Jon's, The Curl, Maui Nix, Sunrise, BC -Surf, and Island Water Sports -Managed and Operated entire business from inventory flow to sales -Aided divisional buys and product development -Merchandised product and displays -Held product knowledge clinics for retailer and created sales contests