My introduction to agriculture was growing up on a beef/dairy/grain operation along the Manitoba-Saskatchewan border. I developed an understanding of the diversity of agriculture early, which created the desire to work and experience many different areas of the industry. Before attending college I spent time working on a large family farming operation in which I developed the skills to work closely with others in an intensive management system. This experience led to the opportunity to work in a fertilizer/chemical dealer setting which was my first exposure to providing service to the grower. My early agricultural experiences created a great foundation entering into Assiniboine Community College in Brandon, Manitoba were I completed my Agribusiness Diploma as an honors student. Immediately following my post secondary education I entered into the service side of the agricultural industry as a territory sales representative for an aggressive fertilizer manufacturer. My early experiences in agriculture from understanding the grower to working at fertilizer retail helped me achieve a 40 percent territory growth in the first year.
My experiences in the agricultural industry started on the farm and have taken me through fertilizer retail, territory sales representative, territory marketing manager, and U.S. account manager to present, as part owner and General Manager of Taurus Technology Inc. As a result of working in three western provinces and ten Midwestern states in various roles with Tiger Industries, I have been fortunate to create a vast network of contacts. From my experiences I have developed strong management, communication and organizational skills complimented with a passionate work ethic and focus to achieve both personal and company success.
Entering into my new role with Taurus Technology has given me the opportunity to continue to grow and develop in different areas of the agricultural industry as well as utilize my past experiences and market intelligence to strive to long term success.
Thank you in advance for taking the time to review my personal profile. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Sincerely yours,
Craig Davidson
Professional Experience:
- General Manager / Sales & Marketing - Taurus Technology Inc.: Brandon, MB September 2002-Present
- Midwest United States Account Manager - Tiger Industries: Brandon, MB December 2000-September 2002
- Territory Marketing Manager MB, ND, MN - Tiger Industries: Brandon, MB October 1999 – December 2000
- Territory Marketing Representative - Tiger Industries: Central, Northern Saskatchewan April 1998- October 1999
- Summer Sales Assistant - Tiger Industries: Calgary, AB April 1997- October 1997
- Fertilizer & Chemical Sales - Twin Valley Coop Farm Supply: Miniota, MB April 1996-September 1996
Education:
- Financial Management 2002 - Marmon College, Chicago, Ill
- Territory Management 1999 - Priority Mgt, Red Deer, AB
- Certified Crop Advisor Designation 1999 - CCA Institute of Agrologists
- Priority Selling Skills 1998 - Priority Mgt, Red Deer, AB
- Agribusiness Diploma 1998 - Assiniboine College, Brandon, MB
Business Accomplishments:
- Assisting in the launching of new product lines under the Taurus Technology umbrella
- Was solely responsible for some of the largest agricultural distributor/retailers in the U.S. for Tiger Industries.
- Mÿ Maintained consistent growth in sales over four and a half years with Tiger Industries.
- Initiated the discovery process of learning the turf and horticultural market for Tiger.
- Took Tiger’s market share on elemental sulfur from 35% to 75% in the upper Midwest U.S. in two and a half years.
- Helped design and actively implemented several product launches.
- Was responsible for branding new products that came from the Tiger fold (Envirosul Micronutrients, Accuseed Seed Bulking)
- Developed new micronutrient markets through education and testing in Alberta and N. Saskatchewan.
- Designed and implemented many corporate office incentive programs for Tiger Industries as a company.
- Performed extensive travel throughout North America.
- Achieved rapid growth in career advancement.
Goals:
- To earn the respect and develop the relations needed to survive in the North American Agricultural Industry.
- To be looked upon as a credible, positive thinking goal oriented person that has achieved great success at a young age.
- To assist in the development of Taurus Technology Inc. into a very successful and respected sales and marketing company in the North American agricultural market.
Qualities
- Enjoy working with others and being part of a team atmosphere.
- Goal oriented.
- Thrive on change and have an ability to look at the big picture.
- Ability to work independently and stay focused on the tasks at hand.
- Strong computer skills and desire to continue to learn as technology advances.
- Experience in managing people.
- Strong believer in a balanced life to achieve maximum success in all areas.
- Intense listener with the ability to empathize with other people’s needs.
- Quick learner with the intense desire towards continued education in all areas of life.
- Strong presentation and communication skills.
- Well rounded in many areas of the agricultural sector.
Personal Accomplishments:
- Becoming part owner in an Ag Sales and Marketing Company before the age of 30.
- Maintain an active role in farming community owning a small cattle operation.
- Asked to sit on an advisory board for Assiniboine Community Ag College.
- Graduated Assiniboine Community College with a 4.10 gpa.
Personal Interests/Hobbies:
- All sports, with hunting, fishing, golf, and waterskiing at the top of the list.
- Woodworking and home renovation activities.
- Family and friends.
- Maintaining the greenest lawn and most productive garden in the neighborhood.
Contact a Representative:
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Southeast SK/ |
Daren Bryant |
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Manitoba/ |
Craig Davidson |
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Central/ |
Mandy Huska |
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Southwest SK/ |
Luke Burton |
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Central AB/ |
Leann Kruger 403-396-6300 |
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