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Philip C.

Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, C-Suite Special Projects

Philip J. Cenedella Sales Closer, Business Development, and Strategic Partnerships Professional Summary Dynamic Sales and Business Development professional with extensive experience in driving global sales growth, establishing and nurturing strategic partnerships and joint ventures, optimizing internet marketing and social media strategies, and steering businesses towards profitability and success. Demonstrated expertise in customer lead generation, sales hunting and closing tactics, and market analysis across diverse industries. Proven track record of establishing brand new territories, closing sales, and facilitating investments for national and international firms. Experience Cenedella Consulting - USA and Europe — Sales and Business Development 2014 - 2024 Spearheaded the establishment of new territories, significantly enhancing clients' market presence across Europe and establishing strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and distribution channels. Researched, hunted, and helped to close 20 mil. Investment between international firms. Played a pivotal role in setting up EU distribution channels for medical and consumer companies, driving expansion, financing and market penetration. LawInfo/Findlaw USA — Director, Lead Counsel Program 2007 - 2014 Successfully closed some of the largest sales in company history through effective prospecting, qualification, and closing techniques. Established sales channel and strategic partnership with leading legal firms and media companies in the USA. Excelled in cold-calling, objection handling, and securing digital marketing service contracts for attorneys, demonstrating exceptional sales acumen with a tough segment. Consistently Top 5 performer, won trip to Hawaii, good team player. Cenedella CTA Worldwide — Founder 1992 - Present Providing global consultancy services to companies aiming to enhance sales strategies, establish strategic partnerships and investments, maximizing market positioning and operational success. Utilized platforms like LinkedIn, Upwork, and Indeed to support companies across various industries in achieving their sales and marketing goals. Education University of Dayton, Ohio — B.A. Psychology Skills Expertise in Sales Strategy, Execution, and Sales Closing Business Development and Market Expansion Strategic Planning, Global Mindset, C-Suite Communication Skills Volunteer Work: Actively fought human trafficking since 2007 in Dubai, Europe, USA. Volunteer at Shoreline Community Services - homeless outreach. Assisted Children's services at San Diego homeless center since 1999. Served as Executive 1st Vice-President at World Trade Center San Diego, and active board member of SD Software Council and eXperience PTSD in Germany. Testimonials: “Phil's innovative efforts and strategic thinking have significantly contributed to sales objectives and company growth across diverse industries.” “Working with Phil is a pleasure; he brings useful suggestions and executes tasks with professionalism and expertise." "Phil Cenedella is the epitome of a top-tier sales professional. His extensive experience, coupled with his ability to excel in various challenging sales environments, makes him an exceptional candidate for any sales role. I am confident that his addition to your team would result in remarkable results and contribute to your organization's continued success." Past clients include: George Clinton, Tommy Chong, HAPA Medical, Bava Medical, San Diego Economic Development Corp., San Diego Convention Center, World Trade Center, Suver Nuver Foundation, Isodiol, IBM White Plains Research Project, Deutsche Telekom, iSeeTV London, DPC Technology, Meliopharm, California Door Systems, MCA Australia, AusCan, Chaparral Computers and Networks, NeXT Computers, La Jolla B.I.D..

🇺🇸San Diego, United States$89/hr100% JSS4.91 (24)Since Jun 2015

Earnings and projects

MRR
$4.5k

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#6,642 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#2,124 / 62.1k
Revenue, last 30 days
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Read daily since Oct 12, under 30 days

Total earnings
$154k

Billed in all: $181k

World#22,687 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#5,141 / 62.1k
Per project
$3.3k

$4.5k in the last 6 months

World#50,555 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#8,464 / 62.1k
Projects, last 6 months
6
0% fixed100% hourly
World#34,405 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#4,906 / 62.1k
Projects in all
46

Across 55 contracts

31% fixed69% hourly
World#66,421 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#10,082 / 62.1k

Earnings, last 30 days

$181k+$7.8k earned since Oct 12Billed in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$170k$175k$180k$185kOct 12Oct 25Nov 7

Tracked from Oct 12, 2026.

Skill rankings: Top 0.34% in Music

Top 1% in 2 of 11 skills, ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.

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  2. #32Project Management Professional892 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #14Top 4%
  3. #39LinkedIn Recruiting2,189 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #15Top 2%
  4. #48Cold Calling6,565 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #24Top 0.73%
  5. #49Internet Marketing2,544 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #18Top 2%
  6. #77Management Consulting1,855 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #45Top 4%
  7. #88Business Development4,098 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #52Top 2%
  8. #100Recruiting4,153 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #48Top 2%