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Bobby Boyd

Public Sector Executive
MI

Summary

A Serial Networker skilled at Leveraging relationship management talents to achieve consensus across all levels and organizational boundaries.

Lean Six Sigma and Certified Project Manager with over 10 years experience in a variety of professional fields; such as Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Acquisitions, Telecommunications, Events/Marketing, Public Relations and Construction.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Community Outreach and Diversity

City Of Portage
Portage, MI
04.2021 - Current

• Developed the 'Hate has no Home' city-wide campaign which consisted of
the passing of No Hate Resolution and increase of local community engagement in DEI by over 500% within first 5 months.
• Developed, coordinated and implemented educational curriculum,
strategies and presentations about diversity issues facing the local and
regional communities.
• Partnered with Public Information department to launch the belonging and
inclusion calendar. Also ensures diversity in external communications,
websites, photos and all Marketing materials.
• Designed, planned, advertised and implemented special events for all
City departments. i.e. Career fair, Community events, Sporting events.
• Assisted Community Development Department with business retention
strategies, such as focus groups, surveys and other programs.
• Partnered with all external stakeholders and organizations, as well as internal departments to foster relationships and collaboration in the diversity and community outreach space.
• Participated in boards and committees in the local community to develop
strategies that enhanced civic engagement in programs for diverse
populations.

• Networked with local organizations, leaders and consumers, resulting in establishment of new and lasting partnerships and relationships.

Project Manager

Lowes/UHS
, MI
06.2019 - 04.2021

• Oversees and directs all on-site administrative, operational and technical aspects of flooring projects.
• Accurately estimates quantities and production/ crews required to
effectively complete project on time and on budget.
• In charge of managing more than 10 Commercial and/or Residential
projects at a time.
• Assists with the bidding and award process, answer RFIs/ RFPs during
construction, make site visits, and attend construction progress meetings as needed.
• Utilizing AutoCAD to draw floor plans and illustrate scope of work for
contractors.

• Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.

Business Acquisitions Executive

Sprint
Kalamazoo, MI
02.2018 - 02.2019
  • Established clear and competitive goals, growth roadmaps and strategic business plans.
  • Worked with clients of all industry types to develop and implement technological solutions which are in line with their Senior management's overall goals and objectives.
  • Drove strong business performance and promoted a positive public image of the company.
  • Collaborated and built relationships with executives, product vendors, customers and stakeholders to develop solutions that address the Client's technology needs.
  • Accountable for meeting agreed upon scope, cost, schedule and quality measures of referred solution.
  • Commercial Development Account Executive Comcast Cable Company Revitalized a 24-month sales portfolio achieving 235% of operating plan & over $70 million in incremental revenue growth.
  • Manage the end-to-end sales process for all opportunities including initial client communication, on-site presentations, RFI response, RFP submission, negotiation and deal signing.

Commercial Development Account Executive

Comcast Cable Company
Grand Rapids, MI
05.2011 - 02.2018

• Revitalized a 24-month sales portfolio achieving 235% of operating plan & over $70 million in incremental revenue growth.
• Manage the end-to-end sales process for all opportunities including initial client communication, on-site presentations, RFI response, RFP
submission, negotiation and deal signing
• Was subject matter expert to customers in regards to Network design,
Fiber, and Voice Network technologies
• Worked closely with finance and legal teams to facilitate and draft
mutually beneficial business proposals for the clients and Comcast based off of complex ROI analysis's
• Monitors Competitor activity and brainstorms potential improvements
and/or changes in marketing strategy, products, or services.

Chief Executive Officer

Boyd Entertainment, Inc
, MI
09.2009 - 12.2018
  • Founded this start-up Event & Marketing Company, which obtained a multi- year contract with Viacom to run events in the SW Michigan region.
  • Founded and managed a Platinum-selling Songwriting group who wrote songs for Katy Perry, Drake, Demi Lovato, Janet Jackson and more.
  • Increased company revenue by $300,000 through aggressive market strategies
  • Responsible for the Development and managing of the company's marketing strategies, internal/external communications, contracting, contract negotiations, meeting planning, and budget management.
  • Coordination and execution of all promotions and events, which included managing public and media relations, and all relevant legal compliance matters.
  • Managed the processes for financial forecasting and budgets.
  • Responsible for effectively initiating, planning, scheduling and coordinating all company projects for the overall business goals and objectives.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations And Organizational Communication

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
12.2010 - 06.2013

Associate of Arts - Communications

Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI
12.2007 - 12.2010

Skills

    Training & Development

Cultural awareness

Mergers & acquisitions

10 Years Project Management Experience

Corporate and Operational leadership

Policy and Business Development

Process improvements

Strategic Business planning

Risk management and Contingency Planning Expert

Certification

PMP Certified Project Manager

Affiliations

International City/County Management Association Equity Officer

United Way Community Cabinet member

MLK Planning Committee member

Project Management Institute

Timeline

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

05-2021

Community Outreach and Diversity

City Of Portage
04.2021 - Current

RRP Lead Certification

07-2019

Project Manager

Lowes/UHS
06.2019 - 04.2021

PMP Certified Project Manager

05-2019

Business Acquisitions Executive

Sprint
02.2018 - 02.2019

Commercial Development Account Executive

Comcast Cable Company
05.2011 - 02.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations And Organizational Communication

Western Michigan University
12.2010 - 06.2013

Chief Executive Officer

Boyd Entertainment, Inc
09.2009 - 12.2018

Associate of Arts - Communications

Kalamazoo Valley Community College
12.2007 - 12.2010
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