Anthony Fornara
Saint Augustine,FL
Summary
Seasoned Glazing Professional with faculty for measuring, cutting and installing glass, windows, mirrors and more with a high degree of accuracy.
Bringing 13 years of industry experience and knowledge to deliver aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound work to customers.
Natural Communicative construction leader Skilled in collaborating effectively within a team to deliver quality service and foster client satisfaction.
Superb ability to effectively train new hires unique to their way of interpreting.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Atlantic Coast Glass Specialists LLC
01.2022 - Current
- Provide and install Windows, Doors, and Sliding / patio doors to meet the customers expectations
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
- Utilized all leading hiring platforms to seek individuals that fit the positions required to . complete any and all jobs
- Documented business expenses such as fuel cost and maintenance cost for company vehicle(s)
Real Estate Consultant
Exit Real Estate Gallery
03.2020 - Current
- Facilitated various real estate transactions while representing both buyers and sellers.
- Promoted my brand via leading social media outlets.
- Attended local events providing information to the community about my brand.
- Used a variety of strategies, including networking, email, and social media to expand my client base
- Drafted all necessary legal documents required for a variety of transactions.
- Coordinated property tours with potential investors/clients
- Developed and maintained relationships with inspectors, contractors, Loan Officers and more to ensure a healthy list of references to provide potential clients
General Sales Manager
Hodges Ford
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Used sales presentations to communicate product quality and market comparisons
- Engaged in several meetings each week with upper management to identify and improve sales deficiencies
- Setting goals, tracking performance on a daily basis, and implementing improvement strategies motivated team members to meet and exceed objectives
- By hosting product-focused events, I was able to attract new customers and strengthen existing ones.
- Maintained extensive knowledge of company products and services.
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
Lead Glazier
North Florida Glass & Aluminum , Architectural Glass of North Florida
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Followed established safety guidelines while removing broken glass prior to glass replacement.
- Secured glass panes into frames and sashes using clips, points or moldings, adding weather seals or putty around pane edges to seal joints.
- Fabricated and installed required hardware and moldings for glass installations.
- Completed fabrication and installation of storefront areas and aluminum-framed entrances.
- Repaired and installed mirrors, table tops, and mirrored wardrobe doors.
- Monitored work site operations and safety to prevent hazards and cultivate efficiency.
Journeyman Glazier
International Union Of Painters And Allied Trades
10.2014 - 05.2017
- Understand how to navigate and interpret blue prints.
- Have a good understanding of how a structure is erected from start to finish.
- Ensure any and all equipment used for installs are well maintained and in good operation such as but not limited to Ariel Boom Lifts and Scissor Lifts.
- Secured glass panes into frames and sashes using clips, points or moldings, adding weather seals or putty around pane edges to seal joints.
- Followed established safety guidelines while removing broken glass prior to glass replacement.
- Completed fabrication and installation of storefront areas and aluminum-framed entrances.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills in liaising with supervisors, coworkers and clients by telephone, email or in person.
- Monitored work site operations and safety to prevent hazards and cultivate efficiency.
- Measured client sites to generate estimates for supplies and expenses necessary for installations.
Commercial Glazier
Hemm 's Glass Shops Inc.
07.2009 - 01.2014
- Followed established safety guidelines while removing broken glass prior to glass replacement.
- Secured glass panes into frames and sashes using clips, points or moldings, adding weather seals or putty around pane edges to seal joints.
- Fabricated and installed required hardware and moldings for glass installations.
- Completed fabrication and installation of storefront areas and aluminum-framed entrances.
- Repaired and installed mirrors, table tops, and mirrored wardrobe doors.
- Measured areas in need of glass installations and identified best product solution for each specific job.
- Carefully and accurately measured and marked outlines and patterns on glass to indicate cutting lines.
- Prepped glass for cutting by applying oil to cutting lines, smoothing cut edges through polishing and grinding.
Subcontractor
Comcast
01.2021 - 09.2001
- Successfully implemented operational strategies and built customer and employee loyalty
- Worked closely with homeowners to determine project details
- Kept track of everything
- Calculated the amount of materials, tools, and employees required to complete the project successfully
- Delivered exceptional client experiences with hands-on leadership of cable installation
- Provided excellent service to all customers and effectively resolved any issues that arose.
Education
GED -
Edison Community College
Piqua, OH06.2009
Skills
- Articulate Communication
- Operational Efficiency and Safety
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Management Team Leadership
- Staff Management
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Team Oversight
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Issue Identification
- Approachable and Outgoing
- Staff Training
- Remodels and New Construction
Additional Information
- Name: , Certified heavy equipment operator Name: EXIT Real Estate Gallery - Saint Johns
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Atlantic Coast Glass Specialists LLC
01.2022 - Current
Subcontractor
Comcast
01.2021 - 09.2001
Real Estate Consultant
Exit Real Estate Gallery
03.2020 - Current
Lead Glazier
North Florida Glass & Aluminum , Architectural Glass of North Florida
01.2019 - 01.2020
General Sales Manager
Hodges Ford
04.2018 - 03.2020
Journeyman Glazier
International Union Of Painters And Allied Trades
10.2014 - 05.2017
Commercial Glazier
Hemm 's Glass Shops Inc.
07.2009 - 01.2014
GED -
Edison Community College
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