Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Marketing Manager
Solgen
09.2022 - Current
Led team of marketing professionals, offering mentoring and coaching to build knowledge and skills.
Executed comprehensive marketing plans that consistently achieved targets for increased revenue.
Devised content strategy to effectively engage target audiences.
Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served.
Developed aggressive marketing objectives for sales, ROI and brand loyalty.
Increased sales through application of Solgen marketing program.
Generated leads and created brand awareness in new markets for Solgen solar energy.
Grower/Processor Cannabis
THC Services/Island Time Health | Owner/Operator
01.2017 - 08.2022
Navigated and overcame challenges which included county regulations, state limitations, tax regulations and environmental mandates.
Implemented business plan including land acquisition and obtaining plants and genetics to grow an annual crop covering 30,000 sq. ft. canopy.
Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
Framing Carpenter
Heggeness Construction Inc.
03.2017 - 04.2021
Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests and available inventories.
Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, power-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
Efficiently met many deadlines under weather and time constraints.
Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
General Manager/Part Owner
Saratoga Enterprises
07.1992 - 03.2017
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Initiated and led POS system installation in three stores including implementation, contract negotiation, training/education and maintenance.
Created employee handbook focused on culture, customer service, policy, process and safety.
Developed and implemented security and loss prevention protocols in partnership with the Island County Sheriff's Dept. Worked with security systems to monitor shopper behavior.
Recruited, hired and trained personnel, working to establish esprit de corps and maximum efficiency.
Trained and encouraged employees to provide excellent customer service.
Created agendas and led weekly staff meetings.
Attended Trade Shows and worked with Sales Representatives ordering/maintaining products.
Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.
Provided friendly service and assistance to promote customer loyalty, satisfaction and sales.
Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources Management
Washington State University
Pullman, WA
06-1992
Skills
Ul>Training proficiency
Ul>Assignment delegation
Ul>Schedule setting
Ul>Equipment monitoring
Ul>Staff Management
Ul>Operations management
Ul>Purchasing merchandise
Timeline
Field Marketing Manager
Solgen
09.2022 - Current
Framing Carpenter
Heggeness Construction Inc.
03.2017 - 04.2021
Grower/Processor Cannabis
THC Services/Island Time Health | Owner/Operator
01.2017 - 08.2022
General Manager/Part Owner
Saratoga Enterprises
07.1992 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources Management