Gamal Dawkins
About Gamal Dawkins
Gamal Dawkins serves as the Service Team Captain and Service Sales Representative for First Aid and Safety at Cintas, where he has worked since 2015. He has a background in sales and training from his previous roles at Sleepy's, The Mattress Professionals, and has received multiple awards for his performance in sales and training.
Work at Cintas
Gamal Dawkins has been employed at Cintas since 2015, currently holding the position of Service Team Captain and Service Sales Representative for First Aid and Safety. His role encompasses managing service teams and driving sales in the Stamford, Greenwich, New Canaan, and Darien areas of Connecticut. Dawkins has achieved significant milestones during his tenure, including being promoted to SSR Captain in September 2021. He is also a certified Route Trainer, having successfully trained several partners since March 2020.
Previous Experience at Sleepy's
Prior to his role at Cintas, Dawkins worked at Sleepy's, The Mattress Professionals for a total of 13 years across various positions. He served as a Senior Inside Sales Representative from 2002 to 2005, followed by a promotion to Sales Manager from 2005 to 2012. He later took on the role of Training Manager from 2012 to 2015. His experience at Sleepy's allowed him to develop strong sales and training skills in the Westchester County and Northern New York regions.
Education and Expertise
Dawkins studied at the New York Institute of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Graphic Design from 1994 to 1999. His educational background in graphic design complements his professional skills in sales and training, providing him with a unique perspective in his current role at Cintas.
Achievements and Awards
Throughout his career, Dawkins has received numerous accolades, including being a twelve-time Summit recipient from 2018 to 2022. He has successfully grown his book of business by double digits in multiple fiscal years and closed significant sales, including a $15,000 critical product sale to a major account. He has also been recognized with multiple Pinnacle and Summit awards, as well as being a Winner's Circle recipient for fiscal years 2020 and 2021.
Community Involvement and Leadership
Dawkins has actively participated in various committees and programs at Cintas. He was a member of the Location 600 Safety Engagement Committee from 2018 to 2019 and has been an active member of the Cintas Peer Mentoring Program since January 2021. His leadership and commitment to training and community engagement reflect his dedication to fostering a collaborative work environment.