BOBBY KOGAN
Princeton
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner & Operator
COPPERMINE MANAGEMENT
Princeton, NJ
01.2023 - Current
- Owner & short term rental manager of luxury villa in Princeton, NJ
- Purchased & fully renovated a five bedroom ranch in 2023
- Engaged in marketing efforts to attract clients for health retreats
- Air B&B “Super Host” with perfect 5.0 rating with over 40+ reviews
- Responsible for providing guests with outstanding experience
Founder & Operator
ART OF SALAD RESTAURANT
East Brunswick, Piscataway, & Long Branch, NJ
01.2014 - 01.2026
- Launched the successful startup of a healthy focused restaurant brand with annual revenue of more than $3M across three locations.
- Chosen as the approved caterer for Rutgers University & Rutgers Athletics.
- Selected as Asbury Park Press’ Top Healthy Jersey Shore Restaurants in 2019.
- Engage in sales and marketing activities to grow loyal customer base.
- Remain abreast of food industry trends to create an enticing menu.
- Analyze sales & product mix to optimize revenue.
- Manage a staff of 75 employees during the business summer season
- Hiring & training of new staff. Implemented strict standards of practice.
- Analyze all expenses, direct purchasing activity & approve all invoices.
- Managed cash flow, performed bookkeeping tasks and paid bills.
- Exercised outstanding customer service in resolving customer issues.
Interior Design Coordinator
HOME DECORABLE INTERIOR DESIGNS
Princeton, NJ
01.2019 - 01.2025
- Managed the selection and coordination of finishing elements, liaising between the designer and vendors
- Procured selection of light fixtures, tile, furniture, wall coverings & fabrics for residential and commercial clients
- Ordering, organizing & returning the design firm’s sample materials library
- Creating physical & digital finish boards for client presentations
Architecture & Design Sales
EXCELSIOR INTERIORS
Mt. Olive, NJ
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Generated over $1.8 million dollars in new sales in 2016
- Sold tile, stone, custom kitchen cabinets and office furniture to clients both residential and commercial generating over $1.8M in new sales in 2016
- Budgeting and Pricing: Collecting pricing, lead times, and availability for materials and products while creating spreadsheets to track these costs.
Founder & Project Manager
DAY 2 NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT
Marlboro, NJ
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Planned & developed a large family entertainment center that included bowling, arcade, sports bar & Mexican restaurant
- Led design development & construction coordination with architects, engineers, and contractors, managed FF&E procurement, secured the liquor license, and served as primary liaison with municipal & state agencies
Education
Bachelor’s Degree -
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Newark, NJ01.2004
Skills
- Business planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Inventory management
- Relationship building
- Design presentation
- Project management
- Material cost estimates
- Client relationship management
- Material sourcing
- Budgeting and cost control
- Small business operations
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Owner & Operator
COPPERMINE MANAGEMENT
01.2023 - Current
Interior Design Coordinator
HOME DECORABLE INTERIOR DESIGNS
01.2019 - 01.2025
Architecture & Design Sales
EXCELSIOR INTERIORS
01.2015 - 01.2018
Founder & Operator
ART OF SALAD RESTAURANT
01.2014 - 01.2026
Founder & Project Manager
DAY 2 NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT
01.2010 - 01.2013
Bachelor’s Degree -
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS