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Blaine Whisenhunt

El Cajon,CA

Summary

High-achieving management professional with expertise in General management, Project Management, Sales and Marketing, and Operations. Well-versed in market trends, sales strategies and customer engagement techniques. Concise and decisive communicator with extensive experience in project management, efficiency and driving initiatives to successful completion. Known for fostering team collaboration and delivering results. Renowned for adaptability and problem-solving skills, ensuring an above standard for client, co-worker, and upper management expectations.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Project Manager

Cardinal General Contracting, Inc.
10.2022 - Current
  • Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
  • Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track and in budget.
  • Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
  • Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for timely completion.
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.

General Manager

Rancho Photos
03.2014 - Current
  • Implemented Marketing strategies to increase business growth and development
  • Manages team of 20+ photographers
  • Redeveloped company business plan and coordinated adequate loss/profit projections for short and long term
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-term planning.
  • Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.

Operations Manager (Seasonal)

The Holiday Light Company
10.2006 - Current
  • Started and implemented marketing efforts to generate long term clientele.
  • Manages and coordinates three installation/Removal crews (6 Employees).
  • Responsible for 30% revenue growth in each of the previous 8 years.
  • Secured wholesale accounts and developed relationships with suppliers.
  • Forecasting, P&L, job scheduling, budgeting, and recruiting.
  • Social media marketing.

Director of Sales & Marketing

Energy Builders, Inc.
09.2008 - 03.2014
  • Implemented a complete marketing program.
  • Marketing efforts included direct mail advertising, radio, tv, door to door canvassing, telemarketing, client referral program, pay-per-click and search engine optimization.
  • Managed and coached 25 sales and marketing employees and offered continuous sales mentorship.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - business development & communications

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
05.2009

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - business development & Communications

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
05.2005

General Education HS Diploma -

El Cajon Valley High School
El Cajon, CA
06.2004

Skills

  • Client Relationship Management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Project Management
  • Attention to detail
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Project plan development
  • Schedule coordination
  • Efficient
  • Remote Technical Support
  • Training and mentoring

Timeline

Senior Project Manager

Cardinal General Contracting, Inc.
10.2022 - Current

General Manager

Rancho Photos
03.2014 - Current

Director of Sales & Marketing

Energy Builders, Inc.
09.2008 - 03.2014

Operations Manager (Seasonal)

The Holiday Light Company
10.2006 - Current

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - business development & communications

San Diego State University

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - business development & Communications

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

General Education HS Diploma -

El Cajon Valley High School

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Certifications

  • Certified in MS Office (2018)
  • First Aid/CPR (2019)
  • Adobe Master Suite Certified (2015)
Blaine Whisenhunt