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MenuDavid Smelson Sales excellence in Hospitality Technology
National Sales Director, Advisor/Consultant, Social Media Enthusiast, Network Connector, Restaurant Fanatic

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DS$8.33/min per minute(3)My Expertise Is in Restaurants and ITDavid Smelson • Washington D.C. Metro AreaCreated 12 years ago in Industries / Restaurant & Retail25+ years of experience in hospitality and hospitality technology have given me a well-rounded perspective of both industries. I'm currently the national director of sales for a hospitality tech startup.David Smelson Washington D.C. Metro Area(3)
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David was fantastic -- we dove right in and it was obvious he had the industry chops I needed to help with the puzzle I am working to put together. Hope to be working with him again soon!
Source: Clarity Brenton Gieser Jun 12, 2015David is an extremely capable manager, nurturing his direct reports through sometimes difficult situations. I enjoyed his enthusiasm for the job, his dry sense of humor and his passion for the restaurant industry.
Source: LinkedIn Denny Lyon May 21, 2013David is an all star account manager and consultant in the POS industry. He's knowledgeable, creative and experienced with high commitment and integrity. I would recommend him to anyone who wants their restaurant to succeed and be profitable. David brings to the table his extensive experience in multi-unit restaurant operations along with vast knowledge in restaurant technology. David is also extremely customer oriented and along with his attention to detail makes him the guy you want to work with to grow your restaurant. I thoroughly enjoyed my time working with David.
Source: LinkedIn Steve Lindsay May 21, 2013David has always done a truly commendable performance. I know these things do not happen without a great deal of effort on the part of everyone, and I want you to know how much we appreciate your hard work and dedication to the company you represent
Source: LinkedIn Yacine Tazi May 21, 2013Had the pleasure of working and learning a lot from David while I was at Micros Systems, Inc. David brings a unique set of skills as both a technical sales person and now as a Sales Manager that very few leaders have to offer. I look forward to working with him again in the future!
Source: LinkedIn Eric Thielen May 21, 2013I have know and worked with David over the past ten years. He is rare example of dedicated and creative sales representative who know how match a client's goals and objectives with the benefits of technology.
He is able to analyze situations, walk in the customer's shoes, and help insure the right solution and implementation is provided. Customers not only respect David but look foward to his input and recommendations.
I would recommend David to any organization who can leverage his capabilities and expertise.
Source: LinkedIn Alan Hayman May 21, 2013David is an extremely motivated person and will do what it takes to get the results that all parties are looking for within the project. He is WELL connected and represents the Hospitality Business very well. Many, many people know David and respect him. After working for him for a while, I understand why people are drawn to him.
Source: LinkedIn Jason Hanny May 21, 2013David is great to work with and an asset to Micros.
Source: LinkedIn Brian Schwartz May 21, 2013David is a results driven, intelligent, articulate, and detail-oriented leader. He's an individual that I could always depend on to balance the needs of his employees with the goal of the business and the expectations of the customers so that all parties came out on top.
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