Andrew Padilla
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic Owner and Director at Starwood Security with a proven track record in operations management and relationship building. Successfully enhanced customer satisfaction through strategic process improvements and exceptional service. Skilled in negotiation and staff management, fostering a high-performing team that consistently achieved business goals and secured favorable contract terms.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Director of Security/operations Manager
Starwood Security
2001.10 - 2015.03
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
- Led negotiations for major contracts, securing favorable terms that significantly reduced costs.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician
Associated Checked in College
Los Angeles, CaliforniaSkills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Operations management
- Staff management
- Team oversight
- Staff hiring
- Business administration
- Consulting
- Negotiation
- Contract management
- Talent development
- Labor relations
- Human resources
- Hiring and staffing
Accomplishments
I have successfully protected the actors and actresses in Hollywood for many years without incident all while growing Starwood security to becoming a well respected company in the industry.
Languages
English
Timeline
Owner/Director of Security/operations Manager
Starwood Security
2001.10 - 2015.03
Emergency Medical Technician
Associated Checked in College