Anthony Civitano
West Islip,New York
Summary
Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in all types of industry. Offering 25 plus-years background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards through research and implementation of innovative strategies.
Experienced in leading and supervising team of 150 employees. Determined and responsible Executive with more than 25 years of success boosting efficiency and streamlining procedures.
Forward-thinking Senior Executive with proven record of accomplishment in Startup, Education & Non-for Profit Industries. Driven and ambitious change manager dedicated to continuous business improvement focused on enhancing revenue and streamlining business operations. Diligent in driving profit maximization through multifaceted business approaches.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Executive Director
American Association Of Cosmetology Schools
Rockville, MD
07.2020 - 02.2021
- Furthered brand awareness through Social Media and Industry Participation.
- Achieved under-budget and on-time project management to adhere to project goals.
- Interviewed, supervised and motivated 3 staff members plus outsourced vendors to achieve optimal productivity.
- Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
- Met with clients to discuss membership campaign efficiency and presented illustrative reports, including 6 month roadmap performance metrics and analysis.
- Oversaw daily administrative operations, including membership, budget and Convention.
- Supported and supervised team of 13 Board member professionals.
- Spearheaded change management and strategic turnaround for company during significant restructuring, including reducing employees from 3 to an outsourced management company to cut losses by $ 250,000 annually.
- Orchestrated positive media coverage and stakeholder relations as public face of the American Association of Cosmetology Schools .
- Forecasted and directed effective management and financial control, eliminating over $200,000 in debt.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
- Aligned organizational objectives with company mission, increasing revenue, profit and business growth by collaboratively developing integrated strategies.
- Led team of 3 other leaders reporting to Board of Directors.
- Initiated operational improvements using lean methodologies to drive efficiency and reduce costs.
- Maintained 95% client retention in COVID
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term business objectives, providing company with strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Conducted research on emerging trends within industry and capitalized on finds to develop new products, services and strategies.
- Developed Social Media campaigns and used results to communicate organizational value and generate promotional web content.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility, resulting in positive cash flow and fundraising .
- Fostered new business through participation in trade shows and initiating communications with prospective clients via phone and email
- Aligned operations with client goals by automating Association Software Management systems .
- Integrated new media and web advertising initiatives into client's marketing strategies to enhance brand awareness.
- Shaped solutions and approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Created several fundraising opportunities for Government Relations Committee & Lobbyist.
- Oversight of the Associations Political Action Committee (PAC)
- Worked directly with public policy advisor/lobbyist with Senate, Congress, US Department of Education as well as several other federal agencies
Executive Director
New York State Beauty School Association
New York, NY
06.2005 - 08.2020
- Managed day to day business of association.
- Worked directly with New York State Department of Education, Department of State and other various oversight agencies within New York State Government.
- Collaborated with New York State Senators and Assembly members on NYS Law.
- Created annual convention and educational platform for licensed NYS Instructors.
- Recruited new school and associate members to association.
- Fundraised for initiatives and government relations work.
- Helped schools resolve compliance issues with Education Department and Accreditation.
Chief Executive Officer
Nexedgen
Hempstead, NY
04.2003 - 03.2018
- Created and maintained the parent company (NEXEDGEN) to oversee the 9 School Locations owned in NYC, long Island & Florida
- Created growth strategy and retention plan for expansion of business through acquisitions of distressed schools
- Created and trained Department heads of each essential business category
- Created and trained staff on compliance systems
- Created and trained staff on curriculum
- Created and trained staff on Admissions and financial aid administration
- Created and trained staff on marketing and advertising
- Created and trained staff in HR
- Created and trained staff in AR/AP
- Created and trained staff on facilities management
- Coached and guided senior managers to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
- Increased company revenue $15 MM through aggressive new market strategies.
Co-Founder
Salonhq App
San Francisco, CA
11.2015 - 03.2020
- Created digital solution for Distributors, Salons & Salon Clients to acquire Beauty products through Native IOS/Android app
- Co developed frictionless UI/UX for users
- Co developed roadmap of sprints for creation of app
- Co developed business strategy to gain distributors, salons and end users
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business
SUNY Farmingdale
Farmingdale, NYAssociate of Arts -
Learning Institute Of Beauty Sciences
New York, NY01.1992
Skills
- Budgeting
- Event Planning
- Strategic Development
- Sales Goals
- Employee Training
- Consulting
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Goal Setting
- Business Forecasting
- Process Development and Streamlining
- Customer Relations
- Department Oversight
- Team Leadership
Additional Information
Co-Founding NexEdGen Inc. was one of the greatest achievements in my professional career. Through the management team I created NexEdGen acquired 8 post secondary institutions and was a leader in the Higher Education space for trade schools in the United States.
Working with both 501C3 & 501C6 Non profit Associations as both a Board member and Executive Director I was able to gain, experience and strategies in fund raising, Advocacy and senior leadership for Non Profit groups.
I have a strong sense of passion for the work I have completed in my life and I am excited for the next journey in my professional career.
Timeline
Interim Executive Director
American Association Of Cosmetology Schools
07.2020 - 02.2021
Co-Founder
Salonhq App
11.2015 - 03.2020
Executive Director
New York State Beauty School Association
06.2005 - 08.2020
Chief Executive Officer
Nexedgen
04.2003 - 03.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Business
SUNY Farmingdale
Associate of Arts -
Learning Institute Of Beauty Sciences
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