Bob Krasne
East White Plains
Summary
Professional with extensive experience in transforming business operations, successfully converted a cellular and phone store into an audio/video installation company. Developed and executed a comprehensive marketing and merchandising plan, resulting in the establishment of Westchester’s first smart home automation display. Demonstrated strong project management skills by hiring and training personnel, leading to significant sales growth over five years.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder / President
Westchester Audio Video Design
White Plains
06.2003 - 06.2025
- Converted Company from Cellular & Phone Store to Audio/ Video Installation Company
- Created a new Marketing & Merchandising Plan
- Hired new employees
- Created Westchester’s 1st “Smart Home “ Automation Display
Founder / President
The Perfect Connection
Rye
10.1996 - 06.2003
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive business plan to launch the company.
- Negotiated lease for retail space
- Designed Store design & Display
- Created the Merchandise & Marketing Plan
- Hired & Trained Company Personnel
- Reached $1M in Sales within 5 years
Purchasing Manager
Cowboy Brothers Trading
Queens
02.1992 - 09.1996
- Maintained accurate records of purchases including invoices, price lists, product codes and descriptions.
- Prepared periodic reports on purchasing activities, budget expenditures, inventory levels and supply shortages.
- Evaluated proposals from vendors on a regular basis to ensure cost effectiveness.
Audio Buyer
Newmark & Lewis
Hicksville
11.1986 - 06.1992
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure availability of products for customers.
- Participated in negotiations with vendors concerning prices, delivery schedules, warranties and other contractual issues.
- Coordinated activities between departments such as sales, engineering, finance and logistics.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Arts Management
The University of Tampa
Tampa, FLSkills
- Project management
- Business development
- Financial analysis
- Market research
Timeline
Founder / President
Westchester Audio Video Design
06.2003 - 06.2025
Founder / President
The Perfect Connection
10.1996 - 06.2003
Purchasing Manager
Cowboy Brothers Trading
02.1992 - 09.1996
Audio Buyer
Newmark & Lewis
11.1986 - 06.1992
Some College (No Degree) - Arts Management
The University of Tampa
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