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Chris Golden

Whitehall,MD

Summary

Dynamic sales leader with a proven track record at Taylor Water Technologies LLC, driving organic revenue growth from $16M to $35M. Expert in water treatment, leveraging analytical skills to enhance customer training and service. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving abilities and effective communication, fostering strong relationships across diverse teams.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Director of Sales

Taylor Water Technologies LLC
10.2007 - Current
  • Head the sales of company which achieved growth from $16M in 2014 to $35M in 2024.
  • Teach a variety of seminars at various industry events. These seminars mainly focus on water chemistry.
  • Lead group of 30 independent sales people across the country.
  • Recognized as a content expert in water treatment in industrial as well as pool & spa waters.

Sr. Account Manager

Nalco Chemical Company
02.1999 - 10.2007
  • Provided technical sales and service to customer facilities, focusing mainly on the power industry and manufacturing.
  • Maintained and grew a territory twice the size of traditional territories.
  • Provided training to customers and fellow water treater partners on a regular basis. Training was focused on water treatment, water testing, and water systems in the facilities.
  • We achieved District of the Year in 2001 and 2003.

Sr. Account Manager

Basic Chemical Solutions LLC
02.1997 - 02.1999
  • Provided a chemical storage and handling system which improved safety in facilities using corrosive materials.
  • Took a new territory and in 24 months increased revenue from $0 per month to over $60,000 per month.
  • This incorporated a great deal of "cold-calling."

Sr. Account Manager

Nalco Chemical Company
06.1989 - 02.1997
  • Provided water treatment sales and service to industrial accounts, mainly steel mills.
  • Provided training to my customers and fellow water treatment partners.
  • Took sales at a steel mill from $600k per year to $1.8M per year.
  • Led a team of 4 water treaters in the steel mill.
  • Our Sales District was District of the Year in 1994. My growth at the steel mill was the primary driving force for this award, while I finished second in Sales Rep of the Year.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA
08-1981

Skills

  • Analytical
  • Problem Solving
  • Listening
  • Communicating

Accomplishments

* Developed a 3-day training class for entry-level water treaters for the AWT 2009-2012

* Published multiple technical articles in the AWT's The Analyst 2010-2023

* Chairman of Baltimore Branch of Association of Iron and Steel Engineers (AISE) 1999-2000

* President and Board of Directors of Baltimore Chemical (BCA) Association 1999-2004

* Member of Manufacturers Council of American Pool and Spa Professionals (APSP) 2012-2019

* Chairman of Certification Committee of Association of Water Technologies (AWT) 2019-Present

Certification

Certified Water Technologist (CWT) 2007-Present


Interests

* Golf

* Physical Fitness


Timeline

Sr. Director of Sales

Taylor Water Technologies LLC
10.2007 - Current

Sr. Account Manager

Nalco Chemical Company
02.1999 - 10.2007

Sr. Account Manager

Basic Chemical Solutions LLC
02.1997 - 02.1999

Sr. Account Manager

Nalco Chemical Company
06.1989 - 02.1997

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Lehigh University

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