Erik Barona

Erik Barona has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Erik is currently working as an Outbound Sales Development Representative at Tekmetric since April 2023. Prior to that, they worked as an Inbound Sales Development Representative at the same company from November 2022 to April 2023.

From 2021 to 2022, Erik worked as a National Product Advisor at BOLT ON TECHNOLOGY (Automotive), where they consistently exceeded sales quotas and achieved a high success rate in closing deals. Erik also successfully initiated a new acquisition initiative that resulted in a significant increase in the close ratio for Business Development Reps.

Erik's previous role was as a Project Manager at Strategic Ascent from 2019 to 2021. In this role, they excelled in helping clients and their employees excel in their working environments. Erik established successful programs and initiatives that resulted in improved compliance and reduced training time.

Before that, they worked as a Videographer/Editor at VYPE Media from September 2019 to March 2020, providing professional-grade video coverage for youth sports.

Erik also served in the Army National Guard from 2010 to 2018 as a Sergeant and Squad Leader. Erik was responsible for leading and coordinating the activities of multiple teams within the platoon, implementing training programs, and demonstrating strong leadership abilities.

From 2015 to 2016, Erik worked as a Behavior Support Specialist at Lutheran Social Services, providing support and guidance to female adolescents in various settings.

In addition, they have experience as a Senior Sales Associate at Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory from 2013 to 2016, where they provided excellent customer service and ensured smooth store operations.

Lastly, Erik worked as a Training Manager at BookTrolls from 2013 to 2014, overseeing the training and onboarding of employees and working on book distribution efforts.

Overall, Erik Barona has a diverse range of experiences in sales, project management, videography, leadership, and support roles.

Erik Barona holds a Bachelor's degree in Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia from the University of Houston, which they obtained from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, they completed an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in Education at Houston Community College from 2012 to 2016. In addition to their formal education, Erik Barona has also obtained a Remote Pilot Certificate - FAA Part 107 from the Federal Aviation Administration in August 2020.