AMY BRADFORD
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Passionate and detail oriented professional eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in identifying opportunities and implementing practical business strategies. Collaborative with relentless work ethic with an entrepreneurial attitude for optimal profitability.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant
Independant Contractor
04.2022 - Current
- Business consulting with focus on strategy, development, goal setting, best practices, procurement, vendor management, site selection, and overall leadership, training, process
- Navigated a retail business ownership transition by advising on best practices and transforming an antiquated process to trackable and streamlined systems
- Provided an implementation action plan on operational processes, new business development initiatives, staffing changes, and other areas of improvement
- Advised various clients on strategic planning, financial forecasting, budgeting, organizational design, and process reengineering
- Identified and explained potential risks associated with proposed solutions and projects
- Researched and recommended new software for point of sale, customer relationship management, employee time tracking, and accounting to best fit client’s needs.
President/Owner
Amy’s Shoes & Apparel
11.2007 - 02.2022
- Multiple store operation that started as shoe boutique and expanded into award winning footwear, clothing, and accessories stores
- Developed and executed business plan, policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals
- Grew company revenue from less than $200K/year to over $1.5M/year
- Managed personnel including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluations, coaching, development, and terminations
- Oversaw revenue forecasting, budgeting, inventory management, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
- Negotiated contracts and built long-term relationships with suppliers to secure optimal pricing and improve inventory turn, which included exclusive agreements, tiered pricing, and extended terms
- Lead real estate decisions including site selection, lease negotiations, renewals, relocations, termination rights, and expansions with landlords for multiple store locations
- Managed construction initiatives and coordinated efforts with landlords and municipalities for compliance
- Developed and supervised marketing campaigns, promotions, social media, and events to maximize income and achieve audience targets.
Corporate Services Manager
Allegro Realty Advisors
01.2002 - 11.2006
- Outsourced real estate transaction manager and consultant for multiple public Fortune 500 companies, private, not for profit entities, and economic development enterprises
- Managed over $9M square foot real estate portfolio through strategic planning, broker selection, lease administration, financial analysis and reporting, transaction management, business terms and contract negotiation, due diligence, and construction and project management
- Consulted clients on process design, market and demographic analysis, feasibility studies, site assemblages, economic incentives, sale-leaseback analysis, and audits
- Negotiated, facilitated, and managed lease agreements for commercial tenants
- Generated detailed spreadsheets outlining costs associated with proposed projects
- Established critical deal points for RFP negotiations to identify risks associated with each project including delivery timelines, lease provisions, and security requirements
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data
- Communicated with landlord and property manager to respond to critical lease-related notices about commencements, renewals, and related documents
- Established milestone management reporting to keep track of critical dates such as renewal notice, termination notice, rent increase, etc.
Education
BBA - Business Economics
Ohio University
Athens, OH2001
Skills
- Energetic Self-Starter
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Negotiations Expert
- Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Suite
- Public Speaking
- Business Planning
- Cost Analysis
- Client Relationship Management
Philanthropy
The Gathering Place, United Way, American Cancer Society, Dare2Care, 2006 - Present
· Developed successful fundraising campaigns from conception to execution.
· Coordinated logistics, managed budgets, and collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless events.
· Monitored and analyzed campaign performance metrics, adjusting strategies for maximum impact.
· Led and motivated teams, fostering a positive and goal-oriented work environment.
· Represented organizations at community events, building and maintaining relationships.
· Engaged with the community to raise awareness of the organizations’ missions and impact.
· Advocated for various organizations through public speaking engagements, media interviews, and events to enhance their visibility and positive reputation.