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Beth Lariviere

Westerly,RI

Summary

Dynamic entrepreneur and seasoned Wildlife Biologist with a proven track record at Intuit, Inc and Ecology and Environment. Excelled in small business operations and project management, enhancing operational efficiency and biodiversity. Skilled in relationship building and customer relations, achieving significant repeat business and stellar reviews. Dedicated professionsal with a history of bridging gaps between industry and the natural world. Expert in financial management and strategic planning, driving productivity and revenue growth. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization. Strong independent decision making skills. Hardworking and passionate towards whatever task I set out to accomplish, I would be an asset to the team!

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

Swift River Construction
09.2019 - Current
  • Created and implemented a construction business with my brother, Aben
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business referrals
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Performed physical labor including construction of decks, fences, ADU's and framing

Owner

Explore Maui Nature
01.2015 - 06.2019

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  • Created and implemented Maui's first and only birdwatching and hiking company
  • CPR and First Aid Certified
  • Organized tour itineraries, ensuring that they were informative, fun and catered to the interest of visitors
  • Applied for and received one of only five issued government permits to operate in Haleakala National Park
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships resulting in only five star reviews on Trip Advisor
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong and dynamic communication skills.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.

Wildlife Biologist

Ecology and Environment
03.2010 - 11.2015
  • Advised land managers on best practices for enhancing biodiversity while maintaining economic viability.
  • Monitored the health of avian populations as well as desert tortoise through regular field assessments, identifying trends and potential threats.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of proposed land-use changes, providing recommendations that minimized negative impacts on wildlife populations.
  • Conducted population surveys for various species, resulting in valuable data for informed decision making
  • Reported to stakeholders about wildlife issues, fostering a greater appreciation for biodiversity and ecosystem services.
  • GIS, GPS experience
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Maintained high-quality field logs, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference and analysis.

Sales Coordinator

Intuit, Inc
03.2000 - 04.2005
  • Worked closely with the 500+ sales team to prioritize tasks, set goals, and allocate resources efficiently; resulting in increased productivity and revenue.
  • Served as a liaison between internal departments such as production, logistics, finance, ensuring seamless end-to-end management of client accounts.
  • Increased sales revenue by establishing sales contests, goals, sales training and awareness of opportunities
  • Supported sales team members in achieving individual goals and targets through coaching, mentoring, and guidance.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quotas by implementing strategic sales plans and effective time management.
  • Dale Carnegie Training
  • Human Dynamics Training

Education

Bachelor of Science - Conservation Biology And Ecology

Mount Holyoke College
South Hadley
05-2009

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship Building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Project Management
  • Business Planning
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective leader

Certification

Desert Tortoise Council Certification

Dale Carnegie Training

Human Dynamics Certified

Timeline

Owner

Swift River Construction
09.2019 - Current

Owner

Explore Maui Nature
01.2015 - 06.2019

Wildlife Biologist

Ecology and Environment
03.2010 - 11.2015

Sales Coordinator

Intuit, Inc
03.2000 - 04.2005

Desert Tortoise Council Certification

Dale Carnegie Training

Human Dynamics Certified

Bachelor of Science - Conservation Biology And Ecology

Mount Holyoke College
Beth Lariviere