
Chad Powers President
Chad is a reputed executive with more than a quarter century of experience running a marketing and sales firm in both B2B and B2C settings. He cofounded Summit Retail Solutions in historic downtown New Bedford, Massachusetts, when he recognized BJ’s Wholesale Club’s need for quality special event sales support. Chad has since led the conception and adaptation of business models for a multitude of major retailers and Fortune 500 companies from around the world. He focuses on building relationships with new retailers and creating new product and program options for the sales force. Chad’s entire professional trajectory represents his commitment to recruiting people and presenting them with fun, challenging career opportunities.
Chad is known for his authenticity, sincerity, and work ethic. He is particularly goal-driven when launching a new product or program and can see the opportunities that result.
The Summit Retail Solutions President stays busy by furthering the expansion of the organization and spending time with his four children.
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Tom Spiro Senior Vice President of Field Operations
Tom joined Summit Retail Solutions as the Vice President of Field Operations, and was promoted to his current position as the company grew. He was with the company from the start and has been instrumental in building our firm into a multi-million dollar enterprise in five years with a presence in 27 states. He now oversees the entire sales force. Tom focuses on growing targeted regions by talent scouting, mentoring, and developing the company’s future leaders and managers.
Tom attended Bates College in Maine and received a BA in psychology. He worked with Smart Circle upon graduating and became incorporated as a business owner in Cincinnati, Ohio by age 23. Tom contributed 10 years to developing the organization.
Professionally, Tom is most passionate about talent scouting and leadership development. He has 20 years of experience helping people achieve their goals. Personally, Tom finds pleasure in fitness, golf, time with his family, and watching his children flourish.
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Chris Hatch National Program Director
Chris manages national trainers and program managers. He focuses on business development, particularly in terms of program testing and rollouts. He also hires and trains managers within each program, runs training calls for international partners, and assists with the oversight of targeted territories.
Chris is an award-winning sales expert, known for his ability to adjust and reinvigorate campaigns. He has revamped training processes and created the national trainer role as well. His hard work and achievement within Summit Retail Solutions demonstrate his enthusiasm for growth.
Before joining the organization, Chris was a financial advisor for John Hancock, an independent agent for Aflac, and a professional at Putnam Investments. Chris is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he studied business administration. Outside the workplace, Chris enjoys a passion for sports.
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Our Community of Leaders
We foster a culture of leading by example. Our CEO and those within company leadership set the tone for winning. These accomplished professionals have ambition and drive and know how to translate hard work into results. Every new hire learns directly from people who inspire others to reach their own personal summits.
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Determination and Drive Creates Success
Hard work and results are actively rewarded at Summit Retail Solutions. The focus is on your impactful contributions, not your tenure. Employees who have motivation for growth and advancement are coached in how best to map out their professional journeys. Any team member can reach the top by taking advantage of the support and opportunities offered by our leadership team.
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Benefits and a Fun Environment
Teamwork and fun are tangible throughout Summit Retail Solutions. Hands-on campaign design and implementation within our fast-moving, challenging industry keeps our people engaged and sparks career growth. We have a compensation model to delivers sales results unmatched by our competitors. Best-in-class benefits add to our company perks.
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Marketing Design
Using insights to customize marketing solutions
During the marketing design phase, we will conduct a deep dive into the market competition, a white space analysis and review the overall demonstrability of the products or program. Using this information, we’ll create an appropriate retail offer that’s compelling to the consumer and the retailer.
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Campaign Planning
Transforming plans into tangible brand interactions that drive revenue
The campaign development stage ensures we create a comprehensive sales strategy. We make projections regarding merchandising, place orders, and develop plans for inventory replenishment. Our professionals conceptualize the display of merchandise and make logistical arrangements. This phase includes extended training in field compliance and customer engagement. We ensure proper product demonstration and consumer education to drive sales.
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Implementation
Highly trained sales staff connects your brand with customers
A system of dedicated program managers improves bottom lines by becoming product experts, analyzing data, developing best practices, and providing ongoing training and support. Our sales force maintains the highest standards for the presentation of quality and value propositions to drive results for our retail partners and brands. Our compliance team handles staffing, inventory, signage and display presentation, and merchandising.
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A Future of Growth
Our focus is on providing aggressive solutions that produce a lasting, positive impression on consumers. Every new client relationship represents the start of a long-term partnership.
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