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Page 2 of 3 Patrick Lake 21 Decathlon, USA, Wilmington, MA February 2002 - July 2005 Board of Directors/Store Manager Responsible for management of a $6MM P&L for one of the highest-margin Decathlon retail stores, which experienced the highest net profit of all stores. Responsibilities included attending and presenting at corporate headquarters meetings in Lille, France, implementing and managing all aspects of a foreign business model in the United States market. Additional areas of responsibility included developing local and global strategies in the areas of product development, including assessing Decathlon branded product line and determining appropriate product mix for selected products in US market. Directly responsible for logistics, budgeting, and talent management, managing over 50 managers and associates in my store. Also focused on product and sales cycle training, and participated in development of corporate marketing programs. Was the only associate qualified to certify "trainers" in the US for sales and business management programs for the company. Sun Trust Banks Inc, Washington, DC May 1996—December 2001 Private Client Advisor in Wealth Management Group Successfully managed all aspects of the bank's financial relationship with a subset of highest net-worth & politically sensitive individuals. Role included selling clients on individually-managed investment accounts, structuring their portfolios, and selling various financial instruments and financing options. Effectively counseled clients on estate planning & business succession issues, negotiated terms & conditions on lending instruments. Personally responsible for providing an increased interest spread of 200 basis points and 9% fee revenue for the Wealth Management Group. Strong sales focus. Branch Manager Effectively administered the sales & operations of a key branch with deposits in excess of$100 million. Results included exceeding annual revenue goal by 21% while realizing HR targets for staff development & enrichment (product, sales and customer service training) for all branch employees. Also had additional responsibilities of a company- wide sales trainer. Nathan & Lewis Securities, Baltimore, MD August 1995—May 1996 Registered Representative Attained portfolio objectives within the client's risk tolerance, liquidity needs & tax implications through effective & timely selling in various security purchases including: stocks; bonds; mutual funds; and options. University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD BA, Political Science Certified Water Specialist (CWS-I) —Water Quality Association Association NASD Series 7 (General Securities license)