John Kella has extensive work experience in the sales and consulting field. John is currently a Consulting Principal with Corporate Visions, where they have been working since 2009. In this role, they have provided practical consulting services in sales, marketing, and operations, helping clients develop sales messaging, sales processes, and leadership systems.
Prior to joining Corporate Visions, John Kella was the Principal of their own company, J.R. Kella & Associates, starting in 2009.
Before that, they worked as the National Sales Manager for The W.W. Henry Company from 2000 to 2009. In this role, they were a member of the senior management team and was responsible for the company's total business, which amounted to over $75 million.
From 1997 to 2000, John Kella held two roles at Armstrong World Industries. John first served as a National Sales Manager, managing regional sales managers and overseeing a $40 million business. John then became a Regional Sales Manager, managing four sales representatives and being responsible for a $10 million business.
Their earlier work experience includes roles at Dal Tile International and American Olean Tile Company, both subsidiaries of Armstrong World Industries. At Dal Tile International, they served as an Area Manager, managing salespeople and distribution locations, and later as a Regional Operations Manager, overseeing sales service center managers and distribution locations. At American Olean Tile Company, they were a Regional Sales Manager, managing salespeople and distribution locations.
Overall, John Kella has demonstrated strong leadership and sales expertise throughout their career.
John Kella holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from St. Ambrose University. Additionally, they have obtained a certification as a Certified Sales Coach from DSG Consulting. The specific dates of completion for both their education and certification are not provided.
October, 2009 - present