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Alexander Daniel Day
Open To Work

Alexander Daniel Day

Portland,OR

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Construction SalesProject Manager

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Location Preference

Hybrid
Location: Portland, OR, US
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$120000/yr - $200000/yr

Summary


Knowledgeable sales/project manager with proven 9 year track record of successfully managing and growing business. Leveraged strategic planning and operational expertise to enhance productivity and drive profitability. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement innovative solutions.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Veteran Fence Experts
01.2016 - Current
  • I have been an Owner Operator business with no employees for 9 years now.
  • My responsibilities are marketing, sales, installation, quality control, and the overall smooth running of my business.
  • I fabricate my own gates for my customers.
  • Customer satisfaction is always my priority.
  • Being able to self manage and motivate is perhaps the most important aspect of running my business.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring high-quality fence installations and customer satisfaction.
  • Developed strategic business plans to enhance market presence and drive growth initiatives.

Inventor

Self-employeed
2019 - 2022
  • Developed innovative concepts and prototypes to address market needs.
  • Conducted extensive research on emerging technologies and trends for product development.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine design specifications and production processes.
  • Secured patents for multiple inventions, enhancing intellectual property portfolio.
  • Officially I hold three patents, one of which was successfully licensed.
  • I have an extensive knowledge on the what to and not to do's when patenting a product and seeking licensing.

Author

Self-employeed
2020 - 2020
  • In 2020, I wrote and self published a children's book called "Where the Word Dragon Came From".
  • I wrote the story in a week.
  • I sourced the artwork to a local artist who did a great job.
  • The book was published.
  • I have not pursued further opportunities with the book because I wrote it for my daughter to show her anything is possible if you put your mind to it.

Combat Engineer

Oregon Army National Guard
09.2007 - 09.2019
  • My job was to use military grade explosives to achieve a variety of objectives.
  • I served in Iraq from 2009-10 as a gunner/driver for convoy security operations in Baghdad. Escorting various semi trucks full of supplies from base to base safely.
  • 2010-11, I participated in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive Enhanced Response Force Package. Basically it was large scale disaster response for FEMA. We were trained by the responders from the Oklahoma City bombing on how to recover casualties from destroyed structures.
  • I served in Kuwait from 2013-14. We were in charge of expanding the capabilities of soldier housing on multiple bases. My role was to manage a crew of 15 soldiers in the construction of whatever was needed.
  • I ended my career in 2019 due to injuries sustained during combat operations.
  • Supervised construction and demolition operations to ensure safety and compliance with military standards.
  • Developed tactical plans for obstacle breaching and route clearance in diverse environments.

Installer

Town & Country Fence and Pacific Fence
01.2006 - 01.2016
  • I started out as a helper then made it to foreman between the two companies.
  • The projects I worked on were primarily commercial and government fence installations.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on tools and machinery to ensure operational readiness.
  • Managed project timelines effectively, coordinating with clients for timely installations and adjustments.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and concerns promptly, enhancing overall client satisfaction rates.
  • Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
  • Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
  • Installed various fencing systems, ensuring quality and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize installation processes and improve workflow efficiency.

Education

No Degree - Business Management

Clackamas Community College
01.2015

Skills

  • Project Management

  • Marketing

  • Proven sales ability

  • Installation

  • Strong work ethic

  • Relationship builder

  • Self-driven

  • Customer service

  • Verbal and written communication

  • Relationship building

  • Small business operations

  • Customer relations

Accomplishments

    I have been running my business for 9 years with no employees. I have managed to consistently sell and install $450k in projects per year by myself. I'm also a 90% VA disabled combat veteran, inventor, author, business owner, father, and husband.

Timeline

Owner

Veteran Fence Experts
01.2016 - Current

Combat Engineer

Oregon Army National Guard
09.2007 - 09.2019

Installer

Town & Country Fence and Pacific Fence
01.2006 - 01.2016

Inventor

Self-employeed
2019 - 2022

Author

Self-employeed
2020 - 2020

No Degree - Business Management

Clackamas Community College

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