David Nadolski

Captain
DISC Type : DS

Senior Sales Account Executive at Namscorp

Greater Chicago Area, United States

Overview

David is a business development leader who co-founded Culinary Cannabis Company, where he launched over 10 product lines and secured $625K in state funding. An Adjunct Professor of Communication with an MFA, he is described by colleagues as dedicated, enthusiastic, and a strong team player with an expertise in brand strategy and compliance.

Outside of his entrepreneurial ventures, David is deeply invested in mentorship and community. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Norwood Park Chamber, coaches a national-level competitive speech team, and directs an improv group at Oakton Community College, reflecting his passion for communication and performance.

He uniquely combines his career as a cannabis entrepreneur with a long-standing passion for teaching collegiate-level public speaking and improv.

Personality Overview

Output-Driven

Dynamic But Sincere

Long-Term Thinker

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.

Topics They Care About

Cannabis Startups
Co-founded Culinary Cannabis Company, secured state licensing and funding, and successfully launched multiple consumer brands and product lines in the Illinois market.
Public Speaking
As an Adjunct Professor of Communication and Director of a competitive speech team, he has a long history of teaching and coaching public speaking at a national level.
Brand Storytelling
His professional focus emphasizes keeping storytelling at the center of brand development, combining his business acumen with his background in communication arts.

Media Appearances

David has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2018
Senior Sales Account Executive at Namscorp
8-2010
Affiliated Adjunct Professor of Communication at Oakton Community College
6-2016 - 10-2017
Client Account Executive at Lexington/Merit
4-2012 - 5-2013
Area Manager at The Center for Sleep Medicine
4-2011 - 3-2012
Inside Sales Representative/ OCM & ICM Trainer- Chicago at Dale Carnegie Chicago

Education

2002 - 2005
Master of Fine Arts - MFA from Minnesota State University, Mankato
1996 - 2001
BS from Western Michigan University
2010 - 2011
Sales Certificate from Dale Carnegie- Chicago
2006 - 2010
Conservatory Graduate from The Second City

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Exp : 20 Location : Greater Chicago Area, United States Job Level : N/A Designation : Senior Sales Account Executive at Namscorp

Interested in

Entertainment

Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, MSU Jazz Singers (Rythm Changes), Chamber Choir, MSU Concert Choir

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Insights For Selling To David

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer
  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.
  • Come across as a trustworthy professional and be respectful, they usually know their game

DONT's

  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with David is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from David

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will David move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can David take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And David

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