Augustus Casear Award | 2026
Nicholas A. Schullo
1401 W. Euclid, Arlington Heights, IL 60005 847-401-6560 | Nick_Schullo@Yahoo.com
Professional Summary
Results-driven sales and business development professional with extensive experience in sales management, account management, and project coordination within Small Business, Mid-Market & Large Enterprise, Including Fortune 500 and Fortune 100, as well as legal environments. Proven ability to drive revenue growth, manage client relationships, and oversee large-scale projects. Seeking an opportunity in a Sales Management to leverage expertise in strategic business development and operational leadership.
Professional Experience
W.E. Carlson Corporation – Territory Manager
Elk Grove, Illinois | June 2011 – Present
- Manage a territory for W.E. Carlson Distributing Rite-Hite products, North America’s leading supplier of loading dock equipment, industrial doors, cold-storage, clean rooms, material handling equipment, and in-plant solutions.
- Providing Sales, Project Management and Consultation to Architects, General Contractors, C-Suite and E-Suite, Safety, Engineering and Facility Management.
- Generate $4-$5 million in annual sales through strategic account management and new business development.
- Oversee local, strategic, and national accounts, ensuring high customer satisfaction and retention.
- Lead new construction project management, executing projects across the United States.
- Develop new business opportunities through cold calling, service leads, and market research.
- Supervise an aftermarket team within the assigned territory, ensuring customer needs are met post-sale.
- Utilize Lotus Notes and Salesforce for contact management, quoting, and order processing.
Law Offices of Raul Villasuso, Esq. – Office Manager
Roselle, Illinois | November 2008 – December 2010
- Managed daily legal operations, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in case handling and documentation.
- Reviewed legal documents and filings with a 99% accuracy rate.
- Utilized CRM software (ACT) to manage client relations and case tracking.
- Provided customer service and account management, focusing on claim resolution and client satisfaction.
Americ Corporation – Western Region Sales Manager
Elk Grove Village, Illinois | January 2008 – November 2008 (Laid off due to economic conditions)
- Managed a staff of 15 and oversaw two warehouses (domestic and international).
- Led bidding, quoting, and processing of sales orders, ensuring customer service excellence.
- Developed new business through client research, cold calling, and corporate marketing campaigns.
- Served as the Account Executive for western territory clients, ensuring continued business growth.
- Identified cost-saving logistics solutions, saving the company thousands of dollars monthly.
- Conducted budget reviews and regional performance analysis.
- Recruited, hired, and trained manufacturing representatives within the region.
Education
Roosevelt University, Chicago, IL
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science & History University of Missouri, Columbia, MO
- Coursework in Political Science & History
Additional Experience & Achievements
- Campaign Assistant Manager, 2009 Election Bid, Nanci Staten Robinson, Inverness Village President (2008-2009)
- Volunteer, 2016 Chicago Olympic Bid (2009-2010)
- President’s Club Award Winner, Top National Sales Achievement, Vector Marketing (2005)
