Ahmad Souda
Haledon,NJ
Summary
Proven leader with a track record of operational excellence and strategic visioning at Divine Importer. Skilled in crisis management and negotiation, I've driven substantial business growth and fostered a culture of success and innovation. Expertise in financial acumen and leadership development has resulted in enhanced profitability and team cohesion.
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic. Results-driven CEO and Business Owner with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level CEO position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Divine Importer
07.2017 - 06.2021
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
CEO and Owner
Athena Clothing Wholesale
02.2007 - 06.2015
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
- Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency.
- Drove profitability with thorough financial analysis and strategic decisionmaking.
- Led successful turnaround efforts for underperforming divisions or subsidiaries, restoring profitability within tight timeframes.
CEO and Owner
Souda Diamonds
05.2001 - 02.2007
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
CEO and Owner
LA Coach Builder
11.2000 - 02.2007
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
CEO and Owner
Class Limousine
01.1998 - 02.2007
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
- Streamlined business processes, resulting in increased operational efficiency across all departments.
CEO and Owner
Luna Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant
12.1995 - 02.1998
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
- Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce operational expenses without sacrificing quality.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by developing robust policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Education
Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Aleppo University
Syria, Aleppo09.2009
Skills
- Effective Decision Making
- Operational Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Strategic Visioning
- Crisis Management
- Financial Acumen
- Talent Development
- Succession Planning
- Client Relationship Building
- Negotiation
- Relationship and Team Building
- Leadership and People Development
- People and Culture
- Client Engagement
- Operations Management
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Turkish
Limited Working
Italian
Limited Working
Timeline
CEO
Divine Importer
07.2017 - 06.2021
CEO and Owner
Athena Clothing Wholesale
02.2007 - 06.2015
CEO and Owner
Souda Diamonds
05.2001 - 02.2007
CEO and Owner
LA Coach Builder
11.2000 - 02.2007
CEO and Owner
Class Limousine
01.1998 - 02.2007
CEO and Owner
Luna Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant
12.1995 - 02.1998
Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Aleppo University
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