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Thomas Sondergaard

Bethlehem

Summary

Customer-focused and goal-driven sales and management professional with a strategic mindset and a proven track record of cultivating long-term partnerships, retaining high-value accounts, and expanding revenue channels. A motivated, multitasking leader known for driving results, building team momentum, and delivering consistent growth.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President

ts Brand Elevation
Bethlehem
11.2022 - Current

Directed comprehensive marketing strategies to drive business growth. Coordinated event logistics and managed calendar listings for seamless operations. Supervised accounts receivable activities to optimize financial performance. Ensured successful execution of corporate and client events through precise organization.

Employee Benefits Sales Manager/Representative

Nippon Life Insurance of America
Bethlehem
03.2017 - 11.2022

Established and grew new business accounts while nurturing strong relationships with existing clients to ensure long-term satisfaction and retention. Conducted in-depth research and analysis of competitor products and market strategies to refine sales approaches and marketing plans. Drove consistent revenue growth by overseeing sales activity, leading employee training initiatives, and implementing performance tracking systems that resulted in exceeding both monthly and annual sales targets.

Small Group Sales Manager

Guadian Life Insurance
Bethlehem
06.2002 - 03.2022

Built and strengthened strategic partnerships with key General Agents and Brokers, resulting in a measurable increase in regional sales performance. Expanded sales territory by proactively cold calling brokers and agents to promote Guardian’s group ancillary products. Optimized sales operations by leveraging CRM tools to manage pipelines, monitor team activity, and identify high-impact opportunities for growth. Presented tailored solutions to prospective and existing clients, aligning product offerings with business needs to enhance customer satisfaction and retention.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality Management

East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg, PA
06-1998

Skills

  • Marketing strategy
  • Sales Growth
  • Sales management
  • Customer retention
  • MS Office
  • SalesForce

Affiliations

Basketball has always been my passion. I played competitively through college and even tried out for several semi-pro teams. Although that chapter of my dream came to a close, I now find joy and pride in watching my daughter play—and I hope to coach one day and continue sharing the game I love.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Vice President

ts Brand Elevation
11.2022 - Current

Employee Benefits Sales Manager/Representative

Nippon Life Insurance of America
03.2017 - 11.2022

Small Group Sales Manager

Guadian Life Insurance
06.2002 - 03.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality Management

East Stroudsburg University
Thomas Sondergaard