Brent Johnston
Greybull
Summary
Dynamic business leader with a proven track record at Sterling Enterprises LLC, excelling in strategic planning and client engagement. Expert in financial management and operations, driving significant revenue growth through innovative marketing strategies and exceptional customer relations. Adept at building high-performing teams and fostering a collaborative workplace culture.
Professional with deep expertise and readiness for leadership. Proven track record in driving business growth and operational efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Known for reliability, adaptability, strategic vision, and effective problem-solving. Skilled in business management, financial planning, and customer relations.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Member/Owner
Sterling Enterprises LLC
03.2014 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
- Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
- Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decisionmaking.
- Expanded business into new markets, cond
- Optimized supply chain operations, negotiating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients to boost retention rates, conducting regular feedback sessions.
- Streamlined operational processes to improve efficiency with comprehensive audits and restructuring.
- Improved team productivity by introducing innovative project management tools and techniques.
- Achieved significant cost savings by implementing energy-efficient solutions across company facilities.
- Enhanced company's market position by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
- Led negotiations for major contracts, securing favorable terms that significantly reduced costs.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for revenue growth, focusing on diversification and market expansion.
- Elevated brand awareness with targeted marketing campaigns, leveraging social media and digital platforms.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
Manager/Explosives Safety Officer
Allied Wireline
11.2013 - 03.2014
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
- Achieved significant cost savings by renegotiating contracts with key vendors, without compromising service quality.
- Enhanced product quality by instituting rigorous quality control procedures, resulting in fewer customer complaints.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, fostering collaboration and innovation.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.
- Managed budget allocations to prioritize spending on high-impact projects, optimizing resource utilization.
- Developed comprehensive risk management plan, minimizing potential disruptions to business operations.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Ensured adherence to OSHA regulations, leading to a safer work environment for all employees.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Reduced accident rates with consistent monitoring of employee compliance to safety protocols.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Increased employee awareness of potential hazards by creating informative signage throughout the facility.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary control measures.
- Promoted a culture of safety through engaging workshops and training sessions for employees on various topics such as hazard identification, PPE usage, and incident reporting.
- Developed emergency response plans, ensuring preparedness and swift action in critical situations.
- Reduced environmental hazards by implementing sustainable waste management and pollution control practices.
- Led safety audits to ensure adherence to local and federal safety regulations, maintaining 100% compliance rate over multiple years.
- Created and maintained compliant work environment.
- Investigated locations to confirm license data, conducted background checked and assessed premises for compliance with licensing requirements.
CEO/Owner
Northwest Building Co. LLC
09.2005 - 11.2013
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
- Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new markets and devising targeted expansion strategies.
- Streamlined business processes, resulting in increased operational efficiency across all departments.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce operational expenses without sacrificing quality.
- Secured financing for critical projects through negotiation of favorable loan terms with financial institutions or investors.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by developing robust policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Optimized supply chain operations for reduced costs and increased efficiency.
- Reinforced company's market leadership by consistently outperforming competitors in key performance metrics.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
- Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
- Led negotiations for major contracts, securing favorable terms that significantly reduced costs.
- Enhanced company's market position by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
Sgt./United States Army
96 Aviation Combat Support Battalion
09.1999 - 09.2005
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Science
Central Texas College
Fort Campbell, KY Remote03-2003
No Degree - 15G Airframe Structural Repair
US Army Aviation Logistics School
Fort Eustis, VA12-1999
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
Basin, WY05-1993
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Client service
- Project management
- Operations management
- Business management
- Business planning
- Strategic planning
- Project estimating
- Staff management
- Marketing
- Team oversight
- Financial management
- Staff hiring
- Negotiation
- Sales leadership
- Business development
- Bidding processes
- Contract management
- Sales management
- Profit and loss analysis
- Contract negotiation expertise
- Client engagement optimization
- Team leadership
Certification
ICC 368-Wyoming General Roofing Contractor 2017
Sheridan WY. General Contractors 2005
Gillette WY. Roofing 2017
Buffalo WY. General Contractors 2010
Greybull WY. General Contractor 2014
Worland WY. General Contractor 2014
Powell WY. General Contractor 2016
Cody WY. General Contractor 2016
Lovell WY. General Contractor 2016
Riverton WY. General Contractor 2023
Montana General Contractor 2023
Federal Explosives License (ATF) 901090: CRR/FLS
Sabalauski Air Assault School 2002
Defense Reutilization and Marketing 2002
Action Officer Development 2002
Manager Development 2002
Supervisor Development 2002
Timeline
Member/Owner
Sterling Enterprises LLC
03.2014 - Current
Manager/Explosives Safety Officer
Allied Wireline
11.2013 - 03.2014
CEO/Owner
Northwest Building Co. LLC
09.2005 - 11.2013
Sgt./United States Army
96 Aviation Combat Support Battalion
09.1999 - 09.2005
No Degree - Criminal Science
Central Texas College
No Degree - 15G Airframe Structural Repair
US Army Aviation Logistics School
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
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