Cole Buchanan
Richmond
Summary
Dynamic Equipment Rental Specialist with proven success in contract administration. Achieved most reservations in June by 30 in a high-volume environment, demonstrating expertise in customer relationship management and equipment rental execution.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Rental Specialist
Sunbelt Rentals
Richmond
06.2025 - Current
- Led the district in reservations created for ERS in June since joining our busiest counter. Second most contracts written.
- Assisted customers in selecting rental equipment tailored to their project needs.
- Typed rental agreements while ensuring solid contract administration.
- Customer Champion of the Southern VA District.
Meeting and Events Planning Manager
Flik Hospitality
Goochland
12.2022 - 06.2026
- Managed the Tech Development Internship Program twice in a row and provided a great experience to ~600 attendees.
- Coordinated with catering, the room setup team, and executive-level AV production to ensure seamless event execution.
- Scheduled meetings/events via email request for headcounts of 2-600.
Education
High School Diploma -
Atlee High School
Hanover, VA06-2017
Skills
- Project and equipment knowledge
- Customer relationship management
- Contract administration
- Cold calling
- Customer satisfaction
- Cross-division lead sharing
- Rate negotiation
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Equipment Rental Specialist
Sunbelt Rentals
06.2025 - Current
Meeting and Events Planning Manager
Flik Hospitality
12.2022 - 06.2026
High School Diploma -
Atlee High School