Rick Kemp328 East Main St. Rochester, NY 14604 | (C) (585) 363-2110| RDK10@my.fsu.edu

Professional SummaryI am eager to apply my diverse and unique skills acquired through time spent in the military, working for the Department of State, and most recently graduating with a degree in political science & business marketing from Florida State University. I am looking for a long-term career in sales & marketing that allows room for growth. I’m confident in my abilities, well spoken, influential and results driven. I am open to travel and willing and able To work at a high level each and every day. I’m extremely motivated and career oriented, I wake up early and go to bed late. I am very organized, always on-time and I am passionate about my career.

SkillsUnique understanding of U.S. Government independent agency operationsMicrosoft Office, Word, Excel, Spreadsheet, PowerPoint, CRM, Entourage, AutoCAD, Social networks i.e. Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn Powerful negotiatorTeam leadership traits, and the ability to follow Quickly acquires new skills to include: languages, tech, and cultureExtremely motivated and willing to adopt new policiesExpert in security operations both foreign and domesticRelationship building, loyalty, and trust are my core strengths

Work HistoryMorgan Hill MarketingManufacturer’s Representative, 50 hours per week 08/2014 to presentRochester & Buffalo, NY-Responsible for marketing eight different major information technology manufacturers to the Buffalo & Rochester markets-Organization is crucial in this position and is accomplished through spreadsheets, and the use of CRM software-In order to produce sales it is my job to target the six channels in my industry, these are: Distributors, architects, engineers, purchasing agents, integrators, and ultimately end users-To be successful in this industry one must make cold calls, send emails, attend industry social events and present product demonstrations across multiple sales channels -Routinely gather feedback from end users and discuss both pro’s & con’s with manufacturers-Building solid and enduring client relationships -Once a sale is made it is imperative to follow up with customers and ensure satisfaction and ask for referrals and introductions

Coast Professional (Dept. of Education) Full-time, 40 hours per week 07/2013 to 08/2014Geneseo, NY-Responsible for making 300-450 calls per ten hours shift-Ability to explain repayment plans clearly-Monthly sales goals were attained consistently -Primary duties included setting up payment plans, taking payments, and keeping accounts current-Skip tracing, credit report reading and other unique skills were used to locate debtors Security Operator Full-time, 60 hours per week 05/2008 to 06/2013U.S. Department of State – Washington, D C (Secret Clearance DOS)

Supported Chief Operating Officer with daily operational functions to include: Inventories, secure disposal of classified documents, security assessments, personnel evaluations, and weekly planning Performed both site and personnel security in often hostile and austere environments routinely for 8-14 hours per day, seven days per weekQualified in weapons marksmanship with multiple weaponsAdvanced knowledge of radio and communications procedures via secure networks using encryption Annual vetting course every 24 months consisting of highly advanced training in weapons marksmanship, hand to hand combat, simulation training, driving, rigorous physical testing and both

offensive and defensive security techniques; CPR/AED and First Aid certification includedWork environment encouraged cross training amongst the special operations community Deployed seven times with DOS to often austere and hostile environmentsDeployment durations lasted 35 to 100 days each, and seven-day workweeks consisting of 10-14 hour days

Mike’s Limousine Services Part-time, 15-25 hours per week 02/2009 to 07/2013Tallahassee, FL-Completed 184 runs with no client complaints or safety issues-Majority of work consisted of weddings, birthdays, sporting events and airport pickups-Primary duty was driving clients in a safe and friendly manner-Cleaning vehicles before and after trips, checking fluids and vehicle condition-Customer focus and satisfaction was always the number one goal

Corporal Full-time, 70 hours per week 11/2002 to 11/2006United States Marine Corps – Washington, D C (Secret Clearance DOD)• Served from 2002-2006 ACTIVE DUTY, served 2006-2007 Reserve, 2007-2010 inactive ready reserve (IRR)• Marine basic training at Paris Island, SC in 2002• Infantry school at Camp Lejeune, NC in 2003• Security Force school in Chesapeake, VA in 2003• Navy Trident Submarine base training in Kings Bay, GA in 2004• Military police basic intro course in 2005• Placed on Navy’s Personal Reliability program (PRP) from 2003 thru 2005• Frequent use of encrypted radios and communications devices, developed ability to sync company radios quickly• Served as Team leader in Security Forces at Strategic Nuclear Navy Submarine base from 2004-2005• Transferred to 1st Battalion 7th Marines, Suicide Charley Company in 29 Palms, CA in 2005• Promoted to NCO rank of Corporal and assigned as an infantry squad leader of 12-15 combat ready marines• Served three separate temporary assignments recruiting new marines• Deployed to North Western Iraq for seven months in 2006• Awarded Navy & Marine Corps Achievement medal with combat Valor device for actions in Iraq

Sergeant Part-time, 40 hours per monthU.S. Marine Reserve – Tallahassee, FL 07/2007 to 02/2008• Promoted to rank of Sergeant (E-5)• Assigned as a squad leader of 12-15 marines in newly formed Anti-terrorism Battalion, former tank battalion• Responsible for training tank marines the skillsets used in combat warfare in Iraq & Afghanistan

EducationThe Florida State University - Tallahassee, FLBachelor of Science: Political Science, August 2012• Emphasis in Foreign Policy & Government structure• Minor degree in Business• Focus in Economics both Macro and Micro, Real Estate, and personal finance• Dean's List, Fall 2009, Fall 2010, Spring 2011 Coursework in Speech and Communication to include public speaking and multiple courses in Spanish

AccomplishmentsAwarded Navy & Marine Corps Achievement medal with combat valor in 2006 for actions as a team leader in Iraq (June, 2006)Proud member of Florida State Veterans Association 2009-2012 Proud member of Sigma Phi Epsilon at Florida State UniversitySubmitted application for a U.S. patent in March of 2011 for Alcohol smartphone safety device that was approved through March of 2012Awarded for superior service while working abroad for the Department of State in 2008, 2009, and 2010 Awarded for completing over 200 client runs with Mike's limousine services without error from 2008 thru 2012Ran Marine Corps ½ marathon (13.1 miles) in 2005, Jacksonville, FL & reached a goal of a 1.8 USGA index