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Outer Spaces Sales Strategy & Action Plan

Prepared: October 11, 2025 VP of Sales Strategic Initiative

Executive Summary

Outer Spaces faces a catastrophic conversion crisis: 68.4% of high-intent buyers with $731k in addressable budget would NOT purchase after researching the website. Only $180k (24.6%) is likely to convert.

Root Cause: The company has optimized for transactional e-commerce when the actual customer requires relationship-based consultative sales for $30k+ purchases.

Revenue at Risk: This small sample suggests systematic conversion problems affecting $10M+ in annual revenue across the full customer base.

The Strategic Imperative: Transform from product-focused e-commerce to customer-centric consultative sales organization capable of serving both high-value individual buyers ($30k-$135k) and strategic B2B partnerships (developers, trade professionals).

Strategic Context (From Executive Roundtable):

Dual-Track Sales Approach: - Track A (Primary - 70% effort): Fix conversion killers, activate pipeline, build sales infrastructure - Track B (Parallel - 30% integration): Position energy roadmap as key differentiator

Executive Roundtable Guidance for Sales Team: - "Position energy roadmap as key differentiator" - Use energy vision to demonstrate: - Technical sophistication (battery-ready infrastructure) - Long-term strategic thinking (not commodity product) - Authentic sustainability (distributed energy vs. greenwashing) - Premium pricing justification ($50k+ energy-enabled SKUs)

Critical Business Context

Current State

  • 4 individual customer sales (~$60k-$120k total)
  • 12 units to Bay Area developer (~$84k-$144k at wholesale)
  • 171 leads in Neighborhood Showroom pipeline (40% discount program)
  • California-only service area
  • No structured sales organization
  • E-commerce transaction model for $30k+ purchases
  • No energy vision positioning in sales process (needs integration)

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Sales Organization Design

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Role 1: VP of Sales / Head of Sales (Hire Week 1)

Responsibilities: - Own all revenue outcomes and conversion optimization - Design and implement sales processes and playbooks - Build and manage founding sales team - Establish CRM infrastructure and reporting - Manage key strategic accounts (developers, high-value buyers $100k+) - Position energy roadmap as competitive differentiator (NEW - Executive Roundtable) - Report directly to CEO/Founder

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Immediate Sales Process Fixes (0-30 Days)

CRITICAL Priority - Week 1

1. Human Touchpoint Integration

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2. Lead Qualification & Routing System

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Routing Logic: - Tier 1: Executive/High-Value ($50k+ budget, 1-2 week timeline) → VP of Sales direct contact within 1 hour - Tier 2: Multi-Unit (4+ units or $100k+ project) → Route to Multi-Unit AE or BDM - Tier 3: Standard Individual ($12k-$50k, single unit) → Route to Individual Buyer AE - Tier 4: Partnership Opportunity (Developer, realtor, influencer, energy ecosystem partner) → Route to BDM or VP of Sales - Tier 5: Out of Service Area → Waitlist capture, monthly nurture, route to Geographic Expansion Manager when available - Tier 6: Long Timeline / Low Intent → Automated nurture sequence, re-contact in 60-90 days

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3. Executive Concierge Program (Immediate)

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Services Included: - Dedicated account manager (VP of Sales initially, dedicated AE later) - Design consultation call with senior team member (60-90 minutes) - Site assessment (video call or in-person if California) - Custom configuration guidance tailored to their specific needs - ⚡ Energy-ready infrastructure consultation (NEW): Discussion of battery-ready/solar-ready features for future-proofing - Permit concierge - we handle or coordinate all permitting - Priority scheduling - installation within their preferred window - Direct phone/email access to account manager - Post-installation check-in at 1 week, 1 month, 6 months

Marketing: - Create "Executive Concierge" page on website - Add badge to high-end configurations: "Includes Executive Concierge service + energy-ready consultation" - Email signature: "For purchases $50k+, ask about our Executive Concierge program" - During discovery: "Given the scope of your project, you qualify for our Executive Concierge service..."

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4. 171-Lead Neighborhood Showroom Pipeline Activation

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HIGH Priority - Weeks 2-4

5. Multi-Unit Buyer Program Launch

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A. Volume Pricing (Transparent Tiers): - 1 unit: Standard pricing - 2-3 units: 8% discount - 4-6 units: 12% discount - 7-10 units: 15% discount - 11+ units or commercial projects: Custom pricing (contact BDM)

Additional SKU Tiers (NEW - Executive Roundtable Guidance): - Standard: $12k-$34k (current) - Energy-Ready: $35k-$50k (infrastructure for future battery/solar) - Position for forward-thinking buyers - Energy-Enabled: $50k-$100k (integrated battery + solar, available 2026) - Position for early adopters

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Marketing: - Create "Multi-Unit Projects" webpage with case study (Bay Area developer 12-unit project) - Add "Planning 4+ units? See our Multi-Unit Program" banner on product pages - Email existing pipeline: "Are you considering multiple spaces? Plus: energy-ready options for future-proofing" - Outreach to Jordan Blake and Robert Chen specifically with program details and energy-ready positioning

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6. Strategic Partnership Framework

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Track A: Developer/Builder Partnerships

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Value Proposition (ENHANCED with Energy Vision): - Differentiate luxury properties with unique outdoor spaces + future energy integration - One-day installation minimizes construction timeline disruption - Premium positioning attracts high-end buyers - Volume pricing makes margin math work - Energy-ready infrastructure future-proofs properties (NEW) - First in category to offer energy-enabled outdoor living (NEW)

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Immediate Actions: - Create Developer Partnership packet (technical specs, volume pricing, case study, pilot proposal, energy-ready infrastructure documentation) - Contact Carlos Mendez immediately with Florida expansion timeline, partnership proposal, and energy differentiation positioning - Identify 10-20 target developers (Toll Brothers mentioned in roadmap, plus boutique luxury developers) - Outreach campaign to developer network (position energy vision as competitive advantage)

Track B: Trade Professional Referral Network

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Track C: Influencer/Content Creator Partnerships

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Track D: Energy Ecosystem Partnerships (NEW - Executive Roundtable Priority)

Target: Tesla Powerwall, Enphase, solar installers, battery manufacturers, utilities

Strategic Rationale: - Energy vision opens partnership opportunities beyond traditional outdoor living - Positions Outer Spaces as platform, not just product company - Creates co-marketing and referral opportunities - Validates energy roadmap credibility

Partnership Opportunities:

1. Tesla Powerwall Partnership - Type: Referral program, co-marketing, or technical integration - Value Proposition to Tesla: Access to affluent outdoor living customers, co-installation opportunities - Value Proposition from Tesla: Brand association, technical validation, co-marketing reach - Sales Approach: - Initial outreach to Tesla partnerships team - Propose pilot program: 5-10 joint installations - Co-marketing case studies - Timeline: Begin discussions Month 3, formalize Month 6-12

2. Solar Installer Network - Type: Referral network (bidirectional) - Value Proposition: "Solar + outdoor living" integrated packages - Target: 3-5 premium solar installers per market (California, Florida, Arizona) - Sales Approach: - Identify top luxury solar installers in service areas - Propose referral program: Outer Spaces refers solar, they refer outdoor living - Co-marketing: Joint customer events, integrated proposals - Timeline: Begin recruitment Month 4, 5+ partners by Month 9

3. Energy Equipment Manufacturers - Type: Technical partnership, potential integration - Target: Enphase, LG, Panasonic (batteries), SunPower, Tesla (solar panels) - Value Proposition: Product testing, case studies, co-marketing - Timeline: Exploratory discussions Month 6+

4. Utility Companies (Long-term) - Type: Strategic relationship, demand response programs - Target: Forward-thinking utilities (PG&E, Duke Energy, etc.) - Value Proposition: Distributed energy resources, grid services (future) - Timeline: Exploratory discussions Month 9-12

Sales Integration: - Position energy ecosystem partnerships in developer and high-value buyer conversations - "We're building partnerships with Tesla, leading solar installers, and energy companies" - Use partnerships as credibility signals: "Our energy roadmap is validated by strategic partners"

Success Metrics: - 2+ energy ecosystem partnerships signed by Month 12 - Partnership announcements generate media coverage and inbound leads - Energy positioning differentiates in 50%+ of high-value sales conversations - Co-marketing value: $50k+ equivalent media value from partner relationships

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Go-to-Market Strategy by Segment

Segment 1: Individual High-Value Buyers ($30k-$135k)

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Sales Approach: Consultative Design Partnership (ENHANCED with Energy Positioning)

Process: 1. Inbound Lead: Website form, phone call, chat inquiry 2. Qualification (SDR, 5-10 min): BANT questions, route to appropriate AE 3. Discovery Call (AE, 30-45 min): - Understand property, vision, use cases - Lifestyle questions (entertaining, relaxation, work-from-home, family activities) - Design preferences and aesthetic direction - Budget confirmation and timeline - Decision-making process (who else involved?) - ⚡ Future-proofing discussion (NEW): "Have you thought about battery storage or solar integration in the future? We're designing all our spaces to be energy-ready."

  1. Design Consultation (AE, 45-60 min):
  2. Walk through configuration options tied to their specific needs
  3. Discuss customization opportunities
  4. ⚡ Energy-ready features presentation (NEW):
    • "All our structures include battery-ready electrical infrastructure"
    • "Solar-ready pergolas can accommodate panels when you're ready"
    • "Energy-enabled SKUs available 2026, or energy-ready now for future upgrade"
  5. Address concerns (permits, installation, maintenance)

  6. Provide social proof (case studies, customer testimonials)

  7. Proposal Delivery:

  8. Custom PDF with recommended configuration(s)
  9. Pricing breakdown with any applicable discounts
  10. ⚡ Energy-ready features highlighted (even if not purchasing energy-enabled SKU)
  11. Installation timeline and process overview
  12. Next steps and decision timeline

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Key Messaging (ENHANCED with Energy Vision): - For $30k-$50k buyers: "Transform your outdoor living with premium quality, one-day installation, and energy-ready infrastructure for future-proofing" - For $50k+ buyers (Executive Concierge): "Your personal design team to create the ultimate outdoor sanctuary, ready for future battery and solar integration" - For tech-forward buyers: "The only outdoor living space designed for distributed energy future—battery-ready now, energy-enabled 2026" - For sustainability-focused buyers: "Authentic sustainability: sustainable materials today, distributed energy tomorrow"

Energy Positioning by Buyer Type: - Analytical buyers (CFO, engineer types like David Weinstein): Lead with technical specs - battery-ready electrical capacity, solar-ready structural load specifications - Values-driven buyers (Alex & Jamie greenwashing concerns): Lead with energy vision as proof of authentic sustainability commitment - Early adopters (tech founders like Aria Thompson): Lead with first-mover positioning - "First energy-enabled outdoor living" - Multi-property owners (Robert Chen type): Position energy-ready as future-proofing across all properties

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Segment 2: Multi-Unit Buyers (4+ units, $100k-$400k)

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  1. Master Planning Session:
  2. Develop cohesive design strategy across all units
  3. Recommend configurations for each space
  4. ⚡ Energy-ready infrastructure planning (NEW): Discuss energy-ready features for all units, energy-enabled options for select premium units
  5. Create installation timeline and logistics plan

  6. Address complexity concerns (multi-location coordination, staging)

  7. Master Proposal:

  8. Single comprehensive proposal covering all units
  9. Volume pricing clearly displayed
  10. ⚡ Energy SKU options presented: Standard, Energy-Ready, Energy-Enabled (2026)
  11. Detailed installation timeline
  12. Project management approach
  13. Payment structure (deposit, milestone payments, final)

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Key Messaging (ENHANCED): - "Seamless coordination across multiple spaces with a dedicated project manager" - "Volume pricing and white-glove execution for complex projects" - "One team, one timeline, exceptional results across all your properties" - "Energy-ready infrastructure standard across all units, energy-enabled upgrades available" (NEW)

Objection Handling Focus: - "Can you really coordinate across multiple locations?" → Share Robert Chen type case study, explain logistics process - "Volume pricing isn't visible on website" → "We provide custom pricing for 4+ units. Here's our structure..." - "Execution risk concerns" → Detail project management process, provide references, offer phased approach (pilot + scale) - "Is energy-ready worth it?" (NEW) → "Energy-ready infrastructure adds minimal cost now but preserves flexibility for future. Many multi-property owners appreciate the option."

Segment 3: Developers & Commercial Buyers (B2B, $200k-$2M+ annual)

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  1. Technical Specification Package:
  2. Provide comprehensive engineering specs for their architecture/engineering teams
  3. Building code compliance documentation
  4. ⚡ Energy-ready infrastructure specifications (NEW): Battery-ready electrical, solar-ready structural
  5. CAD drawings and integration details
  6. Material certifications and testing data
  7. Installation process documentation

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Key Messaging (ENHANCED with Energy Vision): - "Differentiate your luxury properties with innovative outdoor living spaces + future energy integration" - "One-day installation eliminates construction timeline risk" - "Premium positioning attracts high-end buyers and justifies price premiums" - "First builder to offer energy-enabled outdoor living—market differentiator for 12-24 months" (NEW) - "Proven with [Bay Area developer 12-unit project, other case studies]"

Critical Success Factors: - Technical credibility: Must provide engineering-grade specifications (addressing Carlos Mendez need for "Miami-Dade NOA numbers") + energy-ready infrastructure documentation - Volume economics: Pricing must work within their margin structure - Reliability: Delivery commitments must be met (installation timeline, quality consistency) - Flexibility: Adapt to their project timelines and customization needs - ⚡ Energy differentiation (NEW): Position energy-ready/enabled features as competitive advantage for their properties

Immediate Actions: - Call Carlos Mendez this week: "We're expanding to Florida in [timeframe], want to discuss partnership, PLUS we're adding energy-ready infrastructure as standard—first in the category" - Create developer-specific sales materials (spec packages, case studies, pilot proposal template, energy-ready infrastructure documentation) - Identify top 20 target developers and begin outreach (lead with energy differentiation)

Segment 4: Trade Professionals (Realtors, Designers, Architects)

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Segment 5: Strategic Partners (Influencers, Investors, Advisors)

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Profile: - Content creators and influencers (Keisha Williams: 150k followers, $35k customer + $80k-$120k content value) - Mission-driven entrepreneurs who want to buy AND partner (Aria Thompson: customer + investor + advisor interest) - Celebrity partnerships (Bobby Berk, Danny Wang model) - ⚡ Energy ecosystem partners (NEW): Tesla, solar installers, battery companies, utilities - Hybrid customer/partner relationships

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Immediate Actions: - This Week: Contact Aria Thompson: "I understand you're interested in purchasing AND potentially investing and advising. Your tech background would be especially valuable as we build our energy-enabled product roadmap. Can we schedule time with our founder to explore all three?" - This Week: Contact Keisha Williams: "Beyond your $35k purchase, we'd love to discuss a content partnership. With 150k followers, we see tremendous mutual value. Can we send you a proposal?" - This Week (NEW): Reach out to Tesla Powerwall partnerships team: "We're building energy-enabled outdoor living spaces. Interested in discussing co-marketing or referral partnership?" - Document Bobby Berk and Danny Wang partnerships as proof points - Create strategic partnership framework for future opportunities

Geographic Expansion Sales Plan

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1. New York City Metro (NYC + Hamptons) - HIGHEST PRIORITY

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Full Launch (Month 3+): - Convert full waitlist to active sales pipeline - PR campaign in NYC design/lifestyle media ("First energy-enabled outdoor living comes to NYC" angle) - Trade professional recruitment (50+ luxury realtors, designers in NYC) - Showroom consideration (pop-up or permanent)

Sales Approach: - Dedicated NYC Geographic Expansion Sales Manager - Emphasize design community traction and rooftop expertise - Premium positioning (NYC customers expect and accept high prices) - ⚡ Energy vision positioning (NEW): "Urban sustainability: solar-ready rooftops + battery-ready infrastructure for resilience"

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2. Florida (Miami, Naples, Palm Beach) - SECOND PRIORITY

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Entry Strategy: 1. Pre-Launch (Critical: Address immediately): - Call Carlos Mendez this week: "We're planning Florida expansion in [timeframe], let's discuss the partnership you mentioned. PLUS: We're adding energy-ready infrastructure as standard—huge differentiator for luxury developments." - Obtain hurricane certifications (Miami-Dade NOA, Florida Building Code compliance) - Prepare technical documentation for Florida engineering requirements including energy-ready specs - Identify local installation partners in Miami, Naples, Palm Beach

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Sales Approach: - BDM leads developer partnerships (Carlos Mendez, others) with energy differentiation as key selling point - Geographic Expansion Manager handles individual buyers and trade professionals - Heavy emphasis on hurricane performance and engineering credibility + energy-ready resilience positioning

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3. Arizona (Scottsdale, Phoenix) - THIRD PRIORITY

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Entry Strategy: 1. Pre-Launch: - Develop Arizona heat performance specifications - Test materials in high-heat conditions, document thermal performance - Contact Brandon & Chris Taylor immediately: "We have the Arizona heat data you requested. Plus: All units now energy-ready for future solar integration—makes sense in Arizona's strong solar market." - Identify local installation partners in Scottsdale/Phoenix

  1. Launch:
  2. Activate Arizona waitlist
  3. Partner with luxury pool builders and landscape architects
  4. Position as premium pool deck solution + solar-ready for Arizona's solar incentives
  5. Emphasize performance in extreme heat + energy-ready infrastructure for distributed energy

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Technology & Tools

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Sales Todos: Prioritized Action Items

CRITICAL PRIORITY (Days 1-7)

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TODO-C6: Contact High-Value Strategic Opportunities (Personal Outreach) - ENHANCED WITH ENERGY POSITIONING - Owner: Head of Sales or CEO (executive-level outreach) - Deadline: This week (Days 1-7) - Action Steps: 1. Carlos Mendez (Miami Developer): Personal email + phone call re: Florida expansion timeline, partnership discussion, energy-ready infrastructure differentiation - Script: "I understand you have a 30-40 home/year pipeline and mentioned interest in partnership. We're planning Florida expansion in [timeframe] and want to make you our founding partner. PLUS: We're adding energy-ready infrastructure as standard—you'll be first developer in Florida to offer energy-enabled outdoor living. Can we schedule a call this week?"

  1. Aria Thompson (Tech Founder): Personal email + phone call re: customer + investor + advisor opportunity, energy roadmap input

    • Script: "I saw you're interested in purchasing AND potentially investing and advising. Can we schedule time with our founder to explore all three? Your tech background would be especially valuable as we build our energy-enabled product roadmap."

  2. Keisha Williams (Beverly Hills Influencer): Personal email re: purchase + content partnership

    • Script: "Beyond your $35k purchase interest, we'd love to discuss a content partnership. With 150k followers, we see $80k-$120k equivalent value. Can we send you a proposal?"

  3. Nicole Beaumont (Luxury Realtor): Personal email re: trade professional program

    • Script: "We're launching a trade professional referral program (10% commission). As a luxury realtor, you'd be perfect. Can I send you details and get your feedback?"

  4. Brandon & Chris Taylor (Scottsdale): Personal email with Arizona heat performance data + solar-ready positioning

    • Script: "You mentioned needing Arizona heat data before making a decision. We now have surface temperature performance at 115°F+. Plus: All units are now solar-ready—makes sense in Arizona's strong solar market. Can we schedule a call to share the specs?"

  5. Robert Chen (Multi-Property Executive): Personal email re: multi-unit program launch + energy-ready across all properties

    • Script: "I know you were concerned about execution risk for your 4-5 unit, 3-property project. We've launched a Multi-Unit Program specifically for buyers like you. All units include energy-ready infrastructure for future flexibility. Can we walk you through how we'd coordinate this?"

  6. Success Metric: 100% contacted within 7 days, 50%+ respond, 30%+ schedule follow-up conversations, energy positioning resonates with 50%+ (track in CRM)

  7. Revenue Impact: $500k-$1M+ immediate pipeline reactivation + energy differentiation strengthens close rates

HIGH PRIORITY (Weeks 2-4)

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TODO-H3: Create Technical Specification Library - WITH ENERGY-READY SPECS - Owner: Product/Engineering team + Head of Sales (requirements gathering) - Deadline: Week 3-4 (complete) + ongoing updates - Action Steps: 1. Week 2: Gather existing technical documentation 2. Week 2: Identify gaps based on persona research (Carlos Mendez needs Miami-Dade NOA, Brandon & Chris need heat data, Rachel Goldman needs material health data, etc.) 3. Week 3: Create comprehensive spec sheet PDF (structural, material, climate performance, certifications, energy-ready specifications) 4. Week 3: Add downloadable spec sheet to every product page 5. Week 4: Create use-case-specific spec sheets (coastal, extreme heat, snow loads, etc.) 6. Week 4 (NEW): Create "Energy-Ready Infrastructure" supplemental spec sheet: - Battery-ready electrical specifications (capacity, conduit, access) - Solar-ready structural specifications (load capacity, mounting points) - Future energy integration pathways - "Available 2026" energy-enabled SKU positioning 7. Ongoing: Update as new certifications obtained (Florida Building Code, etc.)

  • Success Metric: Downloadable spec sheet live on website, 80%+ of analytical buyers report satisfaction with technical information, energy-ready specs mentioned in 30%+ of sales conversations
  • Revenue Impact: Recover $615k+ lost from specification gaps + energy-ready positioning differentiates from competitors

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MEDIUM PRIORITY (Months 2-3)

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TODO-M5: Create Sales Content Library & Enablement Materials - INCLUDING ENERGY POSITIONING - Owner: Head of Sales + Marketing - Deadline: Month 2-3 (initial library) + ongoing (updates) - Action Steps: 1. Month 2: Organize Google Drive structure for sales materials 2. Month 2: Create case study library (Bay Area developer 12-unit, individual buyer stories) 3. Month 2: Write objection handling playbook (based on persona research) + energy-ready objections 4. Month 2: Create email templates for each stage of sales process + energy positioning variants 5. Month 3: Build pitch deck templates (individual, multi-unit, developer) + energy vision slides 6. Month 3: Document sales process playbooks (discovery call guide, demo script, closing techniques) 7. Month 3 (NEW): Create energy vision sales enablement materials: - "How to Position Energy-Ready Features" guide - "Energy Vision Competitive Differentiation" one-pager - "Energy Ecosystem Partnerships" reference sheet (Tesla, solar installers) - Energy-ready objection handling scripts - Energy-enabled SKU roadmap (for forward-looking buyers) 8. Ongoing: Add new case studies, update materials quarterly

  • Success Metric: Centralized library accessible to all sales team, 90%+ of reps report materials are helpful, energy positioning materials used in 50%+ of high-value conversations
  • Revenue Impact: Improve rep productivity by 15-20%, faster ramp time for new hires, energy differentiation improves win rates 5-10%

Success Metrics & Targets

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Sales KPIs Dashboard

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Conversion & Quality Metrics: - Website Inquiry → Sales Conversation: 60%+ target (up from current unknown, likely <30%) - Response Time: 100% within 15 min during business hours - Quote-to-Close Rate: 40-50%+ target (currently unknown, likely <30%) - Win/Loss Ratio: Track reasons for lost deals, adjust strategy quarterly - ⚡ Energy Positioning Effectiveness (NEW): - % of conversations where energy vision mentioned: Target 50%+ by Month 6 - Energy-ready as differentiator: Track in win/loss analysis - Energy-enabled SKU interest: Track pre-orders for 2026 launch

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6-Month Targets (March 2026)

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Revenue: [Existing targets remain unchanged]

Strategic Wins: - 171-lead Neighborhood Showroom pipeline: 50%+ contacted, 10-20% converted = 5-15 sales ($60k-$500k) - Carlos Mendez developer partnership: Pilot completed, ongoing partnership signed with energy-ready differentiation - Jordan Blake ($120k) and Robert Chen ($135k) re-engaged, 50%+ probability to close with energy-ready features as future-proofing - Aria Thompson, Keisha Williams, Nicole Beaumont partnerships closed - Multi-unit program launched, 3-5 multi-unit deals in pipeline ($300k-$750k) - 20-30 trade professionals enrolled, 2-5 referral-sourced sales - ⚡ Energy vision positioned as differentiator in 50%+ of high-value conversations (NEW) - ⚡ 2+ energy ecosystem partnerships signed (Tesla, solar installer, or utility) (NEW)

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12-Month Targets (September 2026)

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Strategic Wins: - Developer partnerships: 3-5 partnerships generating $500k-$1M annually with energy-ready as key selling point - Trade professional referrals: 50-100 enrolled, 20-30% active, 10-20 referral-sourced sales ($300k-$600k) - Influencer partnerships: 5-10 active, $200k-$500k equivalent media value - Multi-unit deals: 10-20 closed ($1M-$3M revenue) - Executive Concierge customers: 20-30 ($1M-$1.5M revenue) - ⚡ Energy ecosystem partnerships: 3-5 active (Tesla, solar installers, utilities) (NEW) - ⚡ Energy-ready features: Standard in 100% of proposals (NEW) - ⚡ Energy-enabled SKU pre-orders: 10-20 for 2026 launch ($500k-$2M pipeline) (NEW)

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Market Position: - Established as leader in luxury outdoor living spaces - Strong brand presence in California, NYC, Florida - Developer and trade professional relationships providing ongoing pipeline - Customer referral engine generating 20-30% of new leads - ⚡ Recognized as first "energy-enabled outdoor living" company (NEW) - ⚡ Energy ecosystem partnerships creating strategic moat (NEW)

Revenue Projections: Impact of Sales Strategy

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12-Month Projection (Full Strategy Execution) - ENHANCED WITH ENERGY POSITIONING

Additional Assumptions: - Full sales team operational (6-8 people by Month 6-9) - Geographic expansion: NYC and Florida launched (Month 6-9) - Developer partnerships: Carlos Mendez ($200k-$400k) + 1-2 others ($100k-$300k) = $300k-$700k annual recurring with energy differentiation as key selling point - Trade professional referrals: 50-100 enrolled, 10-20 referral sales at $30k avg = $300k-$600k - Influencer partnerships: Aria Thompson ($45k), Keisha Williams ($35k), 3-5 others = $150k-$300k - Multi-unit deals: 15-20 deals at avg $120k = $1.8M-$2.4M with energy-ready as future-proofing feature - Individual high-value buyers: 50-80 at avg $30k = $1.5M-$2.4M - NYC market: 15-25 sales at avg $35k = $525k-$875k - Florida market: 10-20 sales at avg $28k = $280k-$560k + Carlos Mendez $200k-$400k - ⚡ Energy positioning impact (NEW): 5-10% win rate improvement from differentiation = $175k-$300k incremental revenue

12-Month Total: $3.7M-$6.3M (8-15x current baseline, higher end due to energy differentiation)

Month 12 Run Rate: $400k-$700k/month (vs. current $30k-$70k/month)

Critical Success Factors

What Must Go Right

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4. Position Energy Roadmap as Competitive Differentiator (NEW - Executive Roundtable) - Executive roundtable explicitly stated: "Sales Team: Position energy roadmap as key differentiator" - Energy-ready features must be mentioned in 50%+ of high-value conversations by Month 6 - Sales team must understand: - How to position: Battery-ready infrastructure, solar-ready structures, future energy upgrade path - When to position: Analytical buyers (technical specs), values-driven buyers (authenticity), early adopters (first-mover), multi-property owners (future-proofing) - Why it matters: Competitive differentiation, premium pricing justification, technical credibility, sustainability authenticity - Energy ecosystem partnerships (Tesla, solar installers) must be referenced as credibility signals - Energy-enabled SKU roadmap (available 2026) must be positioned for forward-looking buyers

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Conclusion: The Path Forward

Outer Spaces has a catastrophic but solvable conversion crisis. The research is clear: high-intent buyers with substantial budgets want to purchase, but the current transactional e-commerce model is failing them.

The good news: Every major problem identified has a tactical solution: - Trust gap → Human touchpoints and Executive Concierge (Week 1) - Multi-unit barrier → Multi-Unit Program (Week 2-4) - Strategic partnerships → Three-track partnership strategy (Week 2-4) + energy ecosystem track - Geographic limits → NYC and Florida expansion (Month 6-9) - Spec gaps → Technical specification library (Week 3-4) including energy-ready specs - ⚡ Differentiation gap → Energy vision positioning (Week 1 training, ongoing) (NEW)

The action plan is clear: 1. Week 1: Hire VP of Sales, add human touchpoints to website, contact high-value strategic opportunities with energy positioning, activate 171-lead pipeline 2. Weeks 2-4: Launch Executive Concierge, Multi-Unit Program with energy-ready SKUs, Strategic Partnerships framework including energy ecosystem, hire SDR and AE 3. Months 2-3: Build enablement materials with energy positioning, prep geographic expansion, hire BDM and additional AEs 4. Months 4-6: Launch NYC and Florida markets with energy differentiation, scale sales team to 6-8 people 5. Months 7-12: Optimize and scale, expand to additional markets, build $10M+ pipeline, energy-enabled SKU pre-orders for 2026 launch

The opportunity is massive: - Current state: ~$400k-$800k annual revenue, 25-30% conversion rate - 12-month target: $3.7M-$6.3M annual revenue (higher end due to energy differentiation), 45-55% conversion rate (8-15x growth) - 3-year vision: $15M-$25M annual revenue, 55-65% conversion rate, national presence, energy-enabled category leader

The investment is justified: - Year 1: $1.7M-$2.4M investment → $2.9M-$5.5M net new revenue = 1.7-2.3x ROI (improved by energy differentiation) - Year 3: $3.3M-$4.5M investment → $14.5M-$24.5M net new revenue = 4-6x ROI

The differentiator is clear (NEW - Executive Roundtable): Energy roadmap positioned as key competitive advantage: - Technical credibility: Battery-ready/solar-ready specs demonstrate engineering sophistication - Sustainability authenticity: Distributed energy vision proves commitment beyond greenwashing - Premium pricing: Energy-enabled SKUs justify $50k-$100k price points - Strategic partnerships: Tesla, solar installers, utilities validate vision - Category leadership: First in "energy-enabled outdoor living" (12-24 month window)

The time is NOW: Every week delayed = continued 68.4% failure rate = $50k-$100k+ lost revenue per month. Every conversation without energy positioning = missed differentiation opportunity.

The research has given us the playbook for conversion. The executive roundtable has given us the energy positioning strategy. Now we execute: fix conversion AND position energy vision as our competitive moat.

Next Steps for Sales Leadership: 1. Week 1: Sales team training on energy vision positioning (how, when, why to mention) 2. Week 2: Energy-ready specifications added to all sales materials 3. Month 1: Track energy positioning usage in CRM (% of conversations) 4. Month 3: Analyze energy positioning impact on win rates 5. Month 6: Energy vision standard in 100% of high-value sales conversations

Coordination Required: - Product team: Energy-ready specifications documentation - Marketing team: Energy vision content and positioning - Executive team: Energy ecosystem partnership outreach (Tesla, etc.)

Distribution: Executive team, Sales team, BDM team, Geographic Expansion Managers