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BRANDON NAJJAR

Austin,Texas

Summary

Take-charge professional delivering executive support and team leadership to business operations. Dependable and detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Broad experience includes office management, accounting, accounts receivable, invoicing, dispatching, database management, vendor negotiations and contract management. Recognized for exemplary customer service and team collaboration.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Cous Inc. Part-Time Operational Manager

Cous Inc.
06.2023 - 08.2024
  • Manager of Club Rodeo
  • Recruited, trained, coached and evaluated staff performance to ensure maximum efficiency.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement in order to increase productivity levels.
  • Managed the daily operations of a team of 20 employees.
  • Developed strategies to improve customer service, quality assurance systems, and business processes.
  • Reviewed customer feedback surveys in order to identify areas needing improvement in terms of customer satisfaction.

Part-time Co-Developer

The Outpost Homes, Najjar Holdings LLC.
Kyle, Texas
07.2021 - 01.2024
  • Worked alongside contractors to create plans for 36 townhomes in Kyle, TX
  • Developed detailed project plans for each stage of the development process.
  • Coordinated with development team members and consultants to define scope of work.
  • Monitored construction progress and quality control standards.
  • Maintained accurate records regarding all aspects of a real estate development project including costs, sales information, contracts and paperwork.
  • Managed budgets throughout the life cycle of a project from conception through completion.
  • Ensured compliance with local zoning ordinances and building codes.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineers and designers to establish design and development plans.

Assistant Real Estate Manager

Rangeview
Austin, TX
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Coordinated maintenance and repairs on all real estate assets.
  • Conducted market research, analyzed data, and prepared reports to assess property performance.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing strategic plans for the management of real estate properties.
  • Greeted new tenants upon arrival and provided them with orientation materials about living in the building.
  • Scheduled regular pest control treatments throughout the premises.
  • Resolved tenant complaints and disputes in a professional manner.

Jiffy Lube Summer Job

Jiffy Lube
05.2020 - 08.2023
  • Worked in a Jiffy Lube shop
  • Assisted with transporting supplies from store to store
  • Changed oil, tires, and spark plugs
  • Learned the basics of car mechanics and helped in any possible way.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as payroll processing, ordering supplies.
  • Monitored tire installation processes to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Ensured proper inventory control of tires, wheels and accessories.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
  • Identified potential risks associated with operating certain types of equipment or vehicles.
  • Investigated complaints from customers regarding unsatisfactory service or products received.
  • Trained newly hired personnel on shop operations and safety protocols.

David Rios Professional Film Intern

David Rios
06.2020 - 08.2022
  • Help edit film using Premiere to include in company advertising
  • Shot and edited timeline video for television advertisement to promote bar/restaurant
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations on set at all times.
  • Attended meetings between directors and producers to gain insight into upcoming projects.
  • Gathered props needed for various scenes of the movie from local stores or rental houses.
  • Assisted in pre-production tasks such as script breakdowns, shot lists, and scheduling.
  • Researched potential filming locations to determine suitability for specific scenes in the film.
  • Monitored footage during shoots to ensure it was recorded correctly according to specifications from the director.
  • Communicated with actors and other cast members regarding their roles in the film project.
  • Managed daily paperwork including timesheets, budgets, release forms.

Cous Inc. Financial Intern

Cous Inc.
08.2019 - 08.2022
  • Calculated total revenue and gathered data to ensure profit maximization
  • Maintained an up-to-date database of all relevant financial documentation.
  • Performed research on various financial topics such as cost-benefit analysis and investment opportunities.
  • Developed strategies for reducing costs while maintaining quality standards within the organization's finance department.
  • Collaborated with accounting staff to develop processes that improve efficiency and accuracy of financial transactions.
  • Analyzed financial statements to identify areas of improvement in operations.
  • Assisted with financial forecasting and budgeting process by gathering data, analyzing trends, and preparing reports.

Westlake Business Incubator Lead Designer

Westlake Business Incubator
Austin, Texas
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Researched and developed original business idea for insulating paint
  • Worked with one other student to create business plan, financial models; researched phase-changing materials and how to mix PCM's with paint
  • Determined cost of manufacturing paint and developed price point for revenue generation
  • Wrote, practiced and delivered 2-minute pitch; pitched product to panel of successful local entrepreneurs during Shark Tank-like scenario.

Education

Provost List (Chapman University)
01.2024

2022 -

The National Society of Leadership and Success (Chapman University)
01.2021

Chapman University

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Editing Skills
  • Research and Analysis
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Project Management Abilities
  • Cultural Understanding
  • Research
  • Business Operations Knowledge
  • Construction Knowledge
  • Residential Real Estate
  • Commercial Real Estate
  • Property Marketing
  • Property Management

International Experience

  • Travel to Lebanon Yearly; Travel to Lebanon each summer to visit family and help family owned businesses. Assist uncle at his mechanic shop including changing tires and oil. Also help with our families olive oil business by harvesting olives and making deliveries to stores and people's homes.

Activities

  • Film Production Producer, Work with cousin to write, shoot, and edit short films, Casted members in acting parts and coach them on acting skills, Post films to YouTube and enter into short film competitions
  • Arabic Club, Chapman University VP, Sophomore, Junior, Senior

Community Service

Lebanon Bombing Clean-Up/Aid Volunteer, 08/2020, 08/2020, 36, Helped clean the streets after the Beirut bombing. Built temporary huts for those who lost their homes. Donated blood to hospitals.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited

Timeline

Cous Inc. Part-Time Operational Manager

Cous Inc.
06.2023 - 08.2024

Assistant Real Estate Manager

Rangeview
04.2023 - 09.2023

Part-time Co-Developer

The Outpost Homes, Najjar Holdings LLC.
07.2021 - 01.2024

David Rios Professional Film Intern

David Rios
06.2020 - 08.2022

Jiffy Lube Summer Job

Jiffy Lube
05.2020 - 08.2023

Cous Inc. Financial Intern

Cous Inc.
08.2019 - 08.2022

Westlake Business Incubator Lead Designer

Westlake Business Incubator
08.2018 - 05.2019

Provost List (Chapman University)

2022 -

The National Society of Leadership and Success (Chapman University)

Chapman University
BRANDON NAJJAR