Adam Light
Dallas,TX
Summary
As a co-founder and head of operations at Throw Me A Bone, I've had the pleasure to experience the incredible growth and evolution of the pet care space over the past 16 years, creating new business opportunities, leveraging innovative technologies and building industry leading systems.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
COO/Co-Founder
Throw Me A Bone Inc.
10.2007 - 01.2024
- Scaled New York City’s first full-service residential pet care model to $5.3M (77% growth YoY).
- Created multiple new revenue streams ( by leveraging client data and implementing software platforms increasing revenue 45%
- Streamlined operational processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing best practices.
- Increased client retention Spearheaded continuous improvement projects resulting in enhanced business performance
- Reduced operational costs through effective budget management and cost-saving strategies.
- Built a high-performance culture of 48 team members by recruiting top industry talent and promoting professional development opportunities.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for staff, enhancing team performance and skill sets.
- Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
- Facilitated change management efforts, guiding teams through periods of transition and growth.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for maximum value and efficiency.
- Evaluated emerging market trends to inform strategic decisions affecting the organization''s future direction.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Collaborated with executive leadership on strategic planning initiatives to drive business growth.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve company goals, fostering collaboration and communication.
- Automated manual processes using technology solutions, increasing accuracy and efficiency within operations.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Streamlined operational processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing best practices.
Advisor, Strategic Partnerships
Prospect Farms
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Leveraging Founder/C-level relationships to drive sales growth through omni-channel partnerships at VC-backed CBD startup
- Developed and executed team's first 4 national distribution agreements for $1.5M gross revenue within 5 months
Vice President, Institutional Equity Sales
Prudential Equity Group
05.2004 - 08.2007
- Top two producer 2006, grossing $3.4M; 2005 commissions of $2.7M
- Highly efficient at processing multi-sector research analyst reports and converting large amounts of information into actionable insights
- Used market insights to capitalize on key business opportunities for new advantageous partnerships.
- Developed new revenue streams by identifying growth opportunities and forging strategic partnerships with key industry players.
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
Senior Associate, Sales/Trading
05.2002 - 02.2004
- Recommended and sold stock ideas to analysts and portfolio managers
- Identified and reconciled trade discrepancies through proactive contact with operations team.
Neurobiology Research
NYU Langone Health
05.2001 - 04.2002
- Created scientific protocol for experimental study examining gene expression in Alzheimer’s disease
- Drafted, revised and published scientific abstract in Neurobiology of Aging, a peer reviewed journal
- Authored and prepared time-specific research reports distributed to the board and private investors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cell Biology
Binghamton University
Skills
- Operational Strategy
- Process Improvement
- Program Optimization
- Executive Management
- Cross-functional Team Management
- Organizational Structuring
Interests
- NYC Marathoner runner
- PKD Foundation, Lead fundraiser
- Christ the King Church, Faith formation
Highlights
- Grew Throw Me A Bone's gross annual income to $4.3M and team members to 47.
Timeline
Advisor, Strategic Partnerships
Prospect Farms
08.2020 - 09.2021
COO/Co-Founder
Throw Me A Bone Inc.
10.2007 - 01.2024
Vice President, Institutional Equity Sales
Prudential Equity Group
05.2004 - 08.2007
Senior Associate, Sales/Trading
05.2002 - 02.2004
Neurobiology Research
NYU Langone Health
05.2001 - 04.2002
Bachelor of Science - Cell Biology
Binghamton University
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