Anthony Petro
Marina del Rey,US
Summary
Strategic advisor and entrepreneur with a background in alternative lending and business operations. I’ve spent my career in high pressure environments where growth depends on technical grit and the ability to win complex financial conversations. After a focused tenure driving growth in saturated markets and scaling a brand from the ground up, I am now pivoting my expertise in high velocity client acquisition toward the next generation of AI solutions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder/ Operations Manager
Always Summer Surf School
Malibu, CA
09.2019 - Current
- Spearheaded the end to end launch and scaling of a boutique lifestyle brand, managing all aspects of market positioning, operational logistics, and revenue growth.
- Developed marketing initiatives to increase customer engagement and retention.
- Delivered personalized surf instruction and built long term client relationships.
Commercial Finance Consultant
Westwood Funding Solutions
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05.2024 - 07.2025
- Executed a high volume outbound engagement strategy, maintaining 100+ daily touchpoints to systematically identify and qualify high intent prospects within a competitive market.
- Evaluated complex financial data to build custom funding structures that solved immediate capital needs for small business owners.
- Managed the full cycle acquisition of alternative lending contracts ranging from $50K to $500K, consistently meeting aggressive revenue targets through strategic negotiation and persistent follow up.
Manufacturing Manager
Bagus Botanicals
Topanga, CA
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Managed the complete product lifecycle, overseeing manufacturing from raw material sourcing to finished goods.
- Optimized supply chain logistics and vendor partnerships to maintain high quality control standards and on time distribution.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to sync production schedules with real time customer demand and market trends.
Sales Consultant
Formula1 Auto Cosmetics
Los Angeles, CA
01.2016 - 09.2019
- Cultivated a high growth sales territory through on-site product demonstrations and strategic account management for automotive enterprise clients.
- Driven by a self managed sales pipeline, consistently identifying new prospects and navigating the full sales cycle to exceed growth targets.
- Built and managed a dedicated sales pipeline, focusing on long term relationships with high volume automotive partners.
Bartender
OHM Nightclub
Hollywood, CA
07.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed high volume service in a fast paced Hollywood venue, maintaining speed and accuracy under peak hour pressure.
- Responsible for large scale cash handling, inventory management, and reconciling daily financial reports.
- Built a loyal client base through high touch service, driving repeat business and increasing nightly revenue.
Server/Bartender
Arancino Di Mare
Honolulu, HI
10.2009 - 05.2014
- Delivered a premium dining experience in a high volume, international destination, maintaining consistent service standards for a diverse global clientele.
- Managed complex table rotations and high pressure service windows while ensuring accuracy and personalized attention to detail.
- Leveraged extensive product expertise to provide curated pairings, successfully maximizing table revenue through high touch hospitality and menu education.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Hospitality Management
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, HI, US05.2013
Skills
- Business Development & Sales
- Leadership & Operations
- Communication & Influence
- Small business management
- Leadership and team collaboration
- High Stakes Persuasion
Timeline
Commercial Finance Consultant
Westwood Funding Solutions
05.2024 - 07.2025
Manufacturing Manager
Bagus Botanicals
05.2022 - 05.2024
Founder/ Operations Manager
Always Summer Surf School
09.2019 - Current
Sales Consultant
Formula1 Auto Cosmetics
01.2016 - 09.2019
Bartender
OHM Nightclub
07.2014 - 01.2016
Server/Bartender
Arancino Di Mare
10.2009 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Hospitality Management
University of Hawaii at Manoa