Hi, my name is brandon I am a sales professional just looking to see what’s out there. Hope you’re having a great day.✌️
Brandon Ludlow
Sales & Marketing Professional | Closer | Investor Relations Expert
Palm Desert
Professional Summary
Results-driven sales and marketing professional with over 15 years of success in investor relations, direct sales, lead generation, and customer acquisition. Skilled in prospecting, closing, campaign strategy, and team training. Adept at building strong client relationships and executing high-conversion marketing initiatives. Proven ability to generate revenue growth in fast-paced, competitive environments.
Professional Experience
• Sales & Marketing Specialist
Heartwell Holdings – Long Beach, CA
April 2015 – Present
• Developed and managed B2B and B2C marketing strategies that increased lead conversion by 30%.
• Prospected and closed sales with a strong focus on customer needs and long-term value.
• Created targeted campaigns that consistently exceeded quarterly sales goals.
• Investor Relations Specialist
Joystar Capital – Miami, FL
September 2023 – Present
• Built strong relationships with investors, managing communication and strategic outreach.
• Delivered persuasive presentations to high-net-worth individuals and institutions.
• Helped streamline onboarding and retention of new investors.
• Investor Relations & Sales Associate
Energy and Environmental – Santa Ana, CA
March 2013 – April 2015
• Spearheaded direct sales efforts, consistently ranking among top closers.
• Collaborated with marketing teams to align messaging and generate qualified leads.
• Sales Closer & Trainer
Prepayd Inc – Laguna Beach, CA
April 2010 – February 2013
• Trained and mentored new sales staff, improving closing ratios by 25%.
• Conducted client outreach and follow-ups, increasing retention and referral rates.
• Marketing Director / Director of Investor Relations
Ocean Wave Water – Long Beach, CA
May 2005 – June 2007
• Led marketing strategy and investor engagement for a water sustainability startup.
• Closed deals with major investors and partners, expanding capital base significantly.
• Owner/Operator – Sales & Marketing
Orange Coast Auto Glass – Orange County, CA
March 2003 – April 2005
• Built business from the ground up, managing all sales and marketing operations.
• Drove business growth through local SEO, direct mail, and referral programs.
• Independent Sales Contractor
Various Firms – Southern CA
2002 – 2010
• Focused on sales and marketing contracts in telecom, finance, and energy sectors.
• Built personal sales funnels and used cold outreach to close recurring clients.
Education
Phoenix Job Corps Center – Phoenix, AZ
Electronics Certification, Electronics Engineering (2002)
Estrella Mountain Community College – Litchfield Park, AZ
Completed coursework in Creative Writing, Business, Math, and Spanish (1999–2001)
Technical Skills
• CRM Systems (Salesforce, HubSpot)
• Microsoft Office Suite & Google Workspace
• Email Marketing (Mailchimp, Constant Contact)
• Social Media Marketing
• SEO & Direct Response Tactics
• B2B Outreach Tools (LinkedInuu Navigator, Apollo)
Languages
• English (Native)
• Spanish (Conversational)