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Ashraf Banawan

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Highly motivated professional with 15 years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Manager of Operations

Mobile Unlimited 2 INC
Mooresville, NC
01.2013 - 12.2021
  • Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
  • Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
  • Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
  • Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
  • Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
  • Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement.
  • Created and implemented employee onboarding and training programs to promote employee retention and team collaboration.
  • Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
  • Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
  • Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision-making.
  • Developed business from ground up and prepared records and operations for smooth handover to new owners.
  • Mentored and trained new hires on sales techniques and customer service procedures.
  • Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
  • Analyzed financial statements and trends to manage cash flow and make business decisions.
  • Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.

Owner/Manager of Operations

mobile unlimited LLC
Matthews, NC
04.2006 - 01.2013
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.

Education

Cisco Network Acadmey A+ Certification - Information Technology

Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC
05.2003

Skills

  • Staff Scheduling
  • Staff Development
  • Training Management
  • Budget Control
  • Decision Making
  • Operations Oversight
  • Recruitment and Hiring
  • Employee Motivation
  • Team Leadership
  • Management Team Building
  • Customer Service Management
  • Records Organization and Management
  • Process Improvements
  • Problem Anticipation and Resolution

Timeline

Owner/Manager of Operations

Mobile Unlimited 2 INC
01.2013 - 12.2021

Owner/Manager of Operations

mobile unlimited LLC
04.2006 - 01.2013

Cisco Network Acadmey A+ Certification - Information Technology

Central Piedmont Community College
Ashraf Banawan