Ben Turry
Vice President of Business Development
Professional Overview
Ben Turry is an accomplished sales and business development executive with over 20 years of experience driving growth and strategic partnerships across the promotional products and corporate merchandise industry. As the Vice President of Business Development at BAMKO, he leverages his deep expertise to identify new market opportunities, cultivate high-value client relationships, and spearhead innovative sales initiatives that deliver measurable results.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Vice President of Business Development at BAMKO, Ben is responsible for overseeing the company's sales strategy and go-to-market efforts. In this role, he has led the successful implementation of several high-impact sales programs, resulting in a 35% year-over-year increase in new client acquisition. Ben's ability to understand client needs, develop tailored solutions, and foster long-term partnerships has been instrumental in driving BAMKO's revenue growth and market expansion.
Career Progression
Prior to joining BAMKO, Ben held various sales and business development leadership positions, including Director of Sales and Relationship Management at Leaderpromos, Creator of Opportunities at Cotton Candy Inc., and Senior Sales Executive at Cotton Candy Inc. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a consistent track record of success, consistently exceeding sales targets and contributing to the strategic growth of the organizations he has served.
Academic Background
Ben holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he graduated with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic sales and business development
- Client relationship management and partnership building
- Promotional products and corporate merchandise industry expertise
- Consultative sales approach and solution-oriented mindset
- Cross-functional collaboration and team leadership
Professional Impact
During his tenure at BAMKO, Ben has played a pivotal role in securing several high-profile client partnerships, including a multi-year contract with a Fortune 500 technology company. His ability to understand client challenges, develop innovative solutions, and deliver exceptional value has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor and strategic business partner.
Conclusion
With his extensive industry expertise, proven track record of sales success, and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction, Ben Turry is well-positioned to continue driving growth and innovation at BAMKO. As he looks to the future, he remains focused on leveraging his unique skill set to capitalize on emerging market opportunities and cement BAMKO's position as a leading provider of promotional products and corporate merchandise solutions.
