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El Paso, TX, USA

Marie R.

VP Service Sales | Private Equity–Backed Operator Driving Service Revenue Growth & Market Expansion

Vice President of Sales at a private equity–backed commercial services platform, with a track record of scaling national service organizations within private equity–backed environments. I lead revenue growth by aligning sales strategy with service operations, implementing KPI-driven processes, and strengthening client partnerships to improve retention, margins, and market share. Prior experience at Johnson Controls sharpened my ability to empower cross-functional teams, standardize best practices, and execute disciplined change management. I focus on building customer‑focused solutions and repeatable sales motions that create long‑term value for stakeholders.

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VP of Sales — Private Equity-Backed Commercial Services Platform

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VP of Sales — Private Equity-Backed Commercial Services Platform
As VP of Sales (2025–present) I lead sales strategy, pricing, margin performance, and recurring revenue growth across a private equity–backed commercial services portfolio. I own sales execution and delivered 37% year-over-year sales growth in 2025. I partner with executive leadership and private equity stakeholders to tighten forecast visibility, sales process, and CRM governance. I also built sales infrastructure including Salesforce controls, standardized reporting, pricing guardrails, and opportunity management.

Johnson Controls — Sales Enablement & Leadership

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Johnson Controls — Sales Enablement & Leadership
As a sales leader with 27 years’ experience (including 7+ years at Johnson Controls), I led the in-person Salesforce launch training for all JCI California sales teams and ran quarterly Sales Builder sessions for new reps covering Salesforce use and objection handling (2018–2022). From 2024–2025 I delivered quarterly leadership development for new JCI sales leaders on managing teams and driving accountability. I focused teams on role scorecards, 4x pipeline coverage, forecast say/do discipline, and sales pod structures — approaches I now apply to executives, corporations, and private equity through Apex Sales.

Experience

Jan 2025 — Present

Private Equity-Backed Commercial Services Platform

Vice President, Service Sales

Lead sales strategy, pricing, margin performance, and recurring revenue growth for a private equity-backed commercial services company. Own sales execution across the portfolio and delivered 37% year-over-year sales growth in 2025. Partner with executive leadership and private equity stakeholders to tighten forecast visibility, sales process, and CRM governance. Built the sales infrastructure from the ground up: Salesforce controls, standardized reporting, pricing guardrails, and opportunity management.

  • Delivered 37% year-over-year sales growth in 2025.
  • Partner with executive leadership and private equity stakeholders on forecast visibility, sales process, and CRM governance.
  • Built sales infrastructure: Salesforce controls, standardized reporting, pricing guardrails, and opportunity management.
Aug 2023 — Feb 2025
Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls

Regional Service Sales Manager

105,000 experts globally, dedicated to protecting the environment in 150 countries & 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission.

  • 105,000 experts globally, dedicated to protecting the environment in 150 countries & 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission.
Oct 2022 — Aug 2023
Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls

North America Service Sales Growth Leader

  • 105,000 experts globally, dedicated to protecting the environment in 150 countries & 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission.
Oct 2021 — Oct 2022
Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls

Director of Service Sales

  • 105,000 experts globally, dedicated to protecting the environment in 150 countries & 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission.
Apr 2021 — Oct 2021
Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls

West Commercial Sales Manager

  • 105,000 experts globally, dedicated to protecting the environment in 150 countries & 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission.
Nov 2020 — Apr 2021
Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls

Senior Program Manager

  • 105,000 experts globally, dedicated to protecting the environment in 150 countries & 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission.
Sep 2018 — Nov 2020
Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls

West Business Performance Leader

  • 105,000 experts globally, dedicated to protecting the environment in 150 countries & 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission.
Jul 2017 — Sep 2018
Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls

Service Sales Manager

  • 105,000 experts globally, dedicated to protecting the environment in 150 countries & 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission.
Mar 2015 — Jul 2017
Broan-NuTone

Broan-NuTone

Construction and Territory Sales Manager

Broan-NuTone headquartered in the US, produces Range Hoods, Bath Exhaust Ventilation Fans, and Balanced Ventilation/Fresh Air Systems to improve the air you breathe.

  • Broan-NuTone headquartered in the US, produces Range Hoods, Bath Exhaust Ventilation Fans, and Balanced Ventilation/Fresh Air Systems to improve the air you breathe.
Sep 2014 — Mar 2015
Jacobsen Associates, Inc.

Jacobsen Associates, Inc.

Sales Representative

For over 45 years JAI has successfully partnered with global manufacturers with a design-in focus, building strong relationships with our customers and unbeatable results for the companies we represent. We provide Interconnect, Passive and Electromechanical component solutions to CM and OEM Customers in NJ, PA, DE, MD, VA and Washington D.C.ALLIED MOTION• Precision, Sub-Fractional Horsepower Motors• Industrial & Brushless DC Motors & GearmotorsAMBRELL• Induction Heating Systems & Equipment• Water-to-Air and Water-to-water Cooling SystemsBUD Industries• IP67, NEMA/IP Rated Boxes• Custom & Modified Boxes, Racks & EnclosuresCINCON ELECTRONICS• DC/DC Converters• AC/DC Power SuppliesCTS Corp• Advanced Sensing, Connectivity & Motion Solutions• RF Filters, Frequency Controls & Piezoelectronic devicesEAO SWITCH• Oil, Watertight & Emergency Stop Switches• Custom Built HMI Control PanelsElite Battery• Custom Ni-Cad & Nickel Metal Hydride Batteries• Custom Battery PacksHANTRONIX• LCD Display Solutions• TFT, OLED, Graphic & Character ModulesINTERPOWER• North American & International Power Cords• Plugs, Sockets & ConnectorsOTTO• Control & Hall Effect Switches, Grips & Joysticks• Front & Rear Sealed SwitchesPIC DESIGN• Gears, Gear Assemblies• Linear Slides & StagesVIDEOLOGY• Board Level & Zoom Box Cameras• Photo ID, EOL Legacy CamerasVIEW-THRU TECHNOLOGIES• EMI/RFI Printed Copper Mesh Shielding• Anti-Glare & Anti-Reflection Optical Enhancement CoatingsFor more information about the compani

  • For over 45 years JAI has successfully partnered with global manufacturers with a design-in focus, building strong relationships with our customers and unbeatable results for the companies we represent.
  • We provide Interconnect, Passive and Electromechanical component solutions to CM and OEM Customers in NJ, PA, DE, MD, VA and Washington D.C.
  • ALLIED MOTION• Precision, Sub-Fractional Horsepower Motors• Industrial & Brushless DC Motors & Gearmotors
  • AMBRELL• Induction Heating Systems & Equipment• Water-to-Air and Water-to-water Cooling Systems
  • BUD Industries• IP67, NEMA/IP Rated Boxes• Custom & Modified Boxes, Racks & Enclosures
  • CINCON ELECTRONICS• DC/DC Converters• AC/DC Power Supplies
  • CTS Corp• Advanced Sensing, Connectivity & Motion Solutions• RF Filters, Frequency Controls & Piezoelectronic devices
  • EAO SWITCH• Oil, Watertight & Emergency Stop Switches• Custom Built HMI Control Panels
  • Elite Battery• Custom Ni-Cad & Nickel Metal Hydride Batteries• Custom Battery Packs
  • HANTRONIX• LCD Display Solutions• TFT, OLED, Graphic & Character Modules
  • INTERPOWER• North American & International Power Cords• Plugs, Sockets & Connectors
  • OTTO• Control & Hall Effect Switches, Grips & Joysticks• Front & Rear Sealed Switches
  • PIC DESIGN• Gears, Gear Assemblies• Linear Slides & Stages
  • VIDEOLOGY• Board Level & Zoom Box Cameras• Photo ID, EOL Legacy Cameras
  • VIEW-THRU TECHNOLOGIES• EMI/RFI Printed Copper Mesh Shielding• Anti-Glare & Anti-Reflection Optical Enhancement Coatings
Dec 2009 — Jan 2013
Paragon Manufacturing Corp

Paragon Manufacturing Corp

Sales Engineer

As one of the Pacific Northwest's premier contract manufacturers, Paragon serves the aerospace, IT, medical, industrial, and military markets with certifications in ISO 13485, ISO 9001 and registrations with UL and ITAR. Customers with mission critical products value Paragon for high mix, low and medium volume assembly services. Paragon's skilled employees, lean manufacturing system, and available full product traceability (labor and materials) provide the greatest value to customers who demand 100% quality, on-time delivery, and the highest reliability. Paragon allows you to work directly with a senior team of people who take a personal interest in ensuring your expectations are exceeded. Answers to questions are one person away and we pride ourselves on superior service and support.

  • As one of the Pacific Northwest's premier contract manufacturers, Paragon serves the aerospace, IT, medical, industrial, and military markets.
  • Paragon holds certifications in ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 and registrations with UL and ITAR.
  • Customers with mission critical products value Paragon for high mix, low and medium volume assembly services.
  • Paragon's skilled employees, lean manufacturing system, and full product traceability provide the greatest value to customers who demand 100% quality and on-time delivery.
  • Paragon allows you to work directly with a senior team who take a personal interest in ensuring your expectations are exceeded.
  • Answers to questions are one person away and we pride ourselves on superior service and support.
Dec 2005 — Dec 2009
Luscombe Engineering of Southern California

Luscombe Engineering of Southern California

Account Manager

Luscombe Engineering is a professional sales organization serving the technology markets throughout Southern California. The Luscombe Engineering team brings outstanding customer relationships, solid technical competence and most importantly, a commitment of mind share to every principal represented. Luscombe’s continued strive for excellence has propelled the organization to one of the top tier manufacturers representatives in the territory.

  • Luscombe Engineering is a professional sales organization serving the technology markets throughout Southern California.
  • The Luscombe Engineering team brings outstanding customer relationships, solid technical competence and a commitment of mind share to every principal represented.
  • Luscombe’s continued strive for excellence has propelled the organization to one of the top tier manufacturers representatives in the territory.
Jul 2001 — Dec 2005
Syntek

Syntek

Inside Sales Representative