Shawn Barrientos
Loveland
Summary
Communication major (4.0 GPA, full academic scholarship) with 15+ years of experience designing/delivering training programs, mentoring teams, leading groups, and driving performance through strong communication and leadership. Transitioning to corporate training/HR; eager to leverage proven people-development expertise in an internship while completing B.A. in Communication with Leadership Certification (Expected Graduation: May 2027).
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Associate
Walmart
Timnath, CO
01.2022 - Current
- Manage high-volume digital operations and customer support in fast-paced team environment
- Part-time while in school
Sales Trainer & Consultant
Xfinity (Comcast)
Longmont, CO
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Designed and delivered sales training on consultative techniques and retention
- Mentored team members to improve performance and meet targets
Senior Sales Consultant / Mentor / Trainer
CarMax
Loveland, CO
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Consistently top 3 sales consultant on large team
- Trained and mentored new hires on processes and best practices
Sales & Leasing Consultant / Trainer
Markley Motors Incorporated
[City]
2006 - 01.2018
- Trained dozens of associates in product knowledge and sales processes
- Achieved 52% repeat-customer rate and 10% annual sales growth
- 3-time GM Mark of Excellence Award for training and service
Store Manager
Select Comfort
Fort Collins, CO
2003 - 01.2006
- Led team to first sales goal in 2 years
- Created company-adopted “Lunch-and-Learn” B2B program (one session: 183 units sold)
- Led team in achieving sales goals through effective training and performance management.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, enhancing stock accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
Trainer / Leadership Roles
United States Army (Chemical School / NBC Specialist)
01.1988 - 01.1994
- Designed and delivered training to soldiers, NCOs, and officers
- Planned large-scale exercises (e.g., decontamination for 10,000+ troops)
- Promoted for academic excellence; Army Commendation Medal + 2 Army Achievement Medals
Education
B.A. - Communication (Leadership Certification)
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO01.2027
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Front Range Community College
Fort Collins, CO01.2024
Skills
- Training Program Design
- Mentoring & Coaching
- Leadership Development
- Consultative Communication
- Public Speaking
- Process Improvement
- CRM Tools
- Adaptability
- CRM management
- Sales funnel management
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
Accomplishments
- Streamlined recruitment processes at local megachurch to increase volunteer participation from 12% to 52%
- In U.S. Army: Planned and Implemented large-scale exercises (e.g., decontamination for 10,000+ troops
- Achieved 3 GM Mark of Excellence awards for exemplary customer service and sales skills.
- Created local Lunch & Learn Program to increase sales. Program was adopted corporately by nationally recognized retailer.
Timeline
Digital Associate
Walmart
01.2022 - Current
Sales Trainer & Consultant
Xfinity (Comcast)
01.2020 - 01.2021
Senior Sales Consultant / Mentor / Trainer
CarMax
01.2018 - 01.2020
Trainer / Leadership Roles
United States Army (Chemical School / NBC Specialist)
01.1988 - 01.1994
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Front Range Community College
Sales & Leasing Consultant / Trainer
Markley Motors Incorporated
2006 - 01.2018
Store Manager
Select Comfort
2003 - 01.2006
B.A. - Communication (Leadership Certification)
University of Northern Colorado