Entrepreneurial professional offering progressive experience in operations leadership. Skilled at identifying and implementing process improvements to drive efficiency and productivity. Motivating leader with proven success managing cross-functional teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President
Paul's Aquatics, LLC.
Maple Grove, MN
05.2021 - Current
Developed and executed strategic plans to support the vision of the organization.
Negotiated contracts with vendors for services, products and supplies.
Managed financial operations, overseeing budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis activities.
Maintained relationships with key stakeholders by attending meetings and responding promptly to inquiries or requests for information.
Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for growth within existing markets or new ones.
Followed all pertinent guidelines for non-native plants and animals
Responded promptly to customer inquiries about product availability or special orders.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
Regularly inspect and monitor the health of freshwater aquariums, fish, and other aquatic life.
Performed routine maintenance tasks on tanks such as cleaning filters and gravel vacuuming.
Sales Consultant
Schmelz Countryside Volkswagen
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
07.2022 - 11.2022
Developed and maintained relationships with clients to increase sales revenue.
Provided detailed product information to customers, including features, prices, and availability.
Resolved customer complaints and inquiries in a timely manner.
Attended trade shows and conferences to promote products and services.
Performed cold calls to prospective customers to introduce company offerings.
Maintained accurate records of all sales activities in the CRM system.
Ensured customer satisfaction by providing follow-up support after purchases.
Business Development Service Coordinator
Maplewood Toyota
Maplewood, MN
08.2016 - 10.2016
Coordinated service schedules and appointments with clients.
Handled incoming calls and inquiries from customers regarding services offered.
Enhanced internal databases with latest customer details
Monitored email and phone communication to provide prompt responses and solutions.
Liaised between client and service advisors to keep parties fully informed.
Security Officer
Guardsmark Security
Edina, MN
11.2013 - 12.2014
Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.