Greg Hertel

Sales Manager | International Business Development | Strategic Growth

Greater Chicago Area

Professional Summary

Results-driven sales and business development leader with over a decade of experience driving growth across international markets. Proven track record of advancing into leadership roles, managing key accounts, and building long-term client relationships. Combines commercial expertise with cross-cultural communication skills and a strong foundation in international business.

Professional Experience

Sales Manager
TAIYO YUDEN
Apr 2025 – Present
  • Lead and develop sales initiatives across key accounts and strategic markets
  • Manage and mentor team members to improve performance and achieve revenue targets
  • Drive strategic planning and execution for continued business growth
  • Strengthen relationships with major clients and partners
Senior Account Manager
TAIYO YUDEN
Aug 2021 – Apr 2025
  • Managed key accounts and developed long-term customer relationships
  • Identified growth opportunities and expanded business within existing clients
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver customer solutions
Sales Business Development
Hitachi High-Tech America, Inc.
Oct 2015 – Jul 2021
  • Drove business development initiatives within technical and industrial markets
  • Built and maintained client relationships across the Greater Chicago area
  • Supported sales growth through strategic account engagement
Sales Representative (OEM)
Mikuni American
Mar 2012 – Aug 2015
  • Managed OEM customer relationships and coordinated project timelines
  • Led project management and scheduling efforts across multiple teams
  • Improved communication and coordination between internal and external stakeholders
Coordinator for International Relations
City of Obihiro
Jun 2006 – Jun 2010
  • Facilitated international cooperation and business promotion initiatives
  • Provided translation, interpretation, and cross-cultural communication support
  • Coordinated projects between government and business stakeholders

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Illinois – Gies College of Business
BA, International Relations & Japanese
University of Wisconsin–Madison
2001 – 2005
Japanese Language & Literature
Sophia University
2003 – 2004

Core Competencies

Sales Leadership International Business Account Management Business Development Client Relations Cross-Cultural Communication Strategic Planning