BRIAN GRIFFIN
Chesapeake Beach,USA
Summary
Highly motivated professional with over 20 years of experience in management and operations. Adaptive and deadline oriented, consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high stress environments. Strategic planner offering vision and motivational practices. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Cisco IT Networking
CAT SOUTH
02.2025 - Current
- Create and Instruct lesson plans on cybersecurity basics for career exploration students
- Create and update course materials, lesson plans, and curriculum that align with Cisco's networking technologies and certification programs (such as CCNA, CCNP, etc.)
- Deliver lectures and hands-on training sessions to students, covering topics such as networking fundamentals, routing and switching, network security, wireless technologies, and network management.
- Set up and supervise practical labs where students can apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios using Cisco equipment and software.
Maryland Rockets AAU Basketball Coach
Maryland Rockets
01.2023 - Current
- Prepare practice plans
- Prepare tournaments schedules and travel arrangements
- Oversee player skill, physical and mental development
- Instruct and teach Basketball skills training, offenses, defenses and game readiness.
Athletic Trainer/Basketball Skills Coach
Huntingtown High School
01.2018 - Current
- Performance training for Huntingtown High School Basketball and Volleyball Programs
- Instruct and teach Basketball skills training, injury prevention, speed and agility, flexibility, core strength, and mental toughness.
Asst. Varsity Head Coach Boys Basketball
Northern High School
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Oversee player skill, physical and mental development
- Assist in implementing daily practice plan
- Oversee strength training program
- Assist head coach with game plans
- Implement and apply school rules associated with student Athletes
- Accumulate game stats and prepare for head coach
- Ensure medical kit and game safety plans
- Assist head coach with any other program related responsibilities
General/Project Manager
Gold's Gym
10.2003 - 12.2023
- Managed a team a 10 Sales Representatives who produced 500 plus members per month
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
- Managed invoicing, payroll, contract negotiation, accounts payable, payroll and financial audits, budget analysis, software analysis, financial reporting analysis, GAAP
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Organized budgets, oversaw P&Ls and achieved margin targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans.
- Reduced costs, managed delivery schedules and performed risk analysis to improve overall profitability.
General/Project Manager
Gold's Gym
10.2003 - 12.2023
- IT Infrastructure Management: Oversaw the management and maintenance of the gym's IT infrastructure, ensuring all systems were operational and secure. Collaborated with IT specialists to implement software and hardware upgrades that enhanced operational efficiency.
- Network Administration: Managed the networking systems of the gym, including Wi-Fi networks, point-of-sale systems, and member management systems. Ensured secure and reliable connectivity for staff and members, troubleshooting network issues as they arose.
- Tech Support and Training: Provided technical support to staff, resolving hardware and software issues efficiently. Conducted training sessions for employees on new technologies and systems, enhancing overall team proficiency in IT tools.
- Data Management: Utilized data analytics tools to gather and analyze member usage statistics, helping to optimize services and improve member satisfaction. Ensured data integrity and security compliance in accordance with industry standards.
- Vendor Management: Coordinated with third-party vendors to negotiate contracts and manage relationships for IT services and equipment, ensuring the best value and service quality for the gym.
- Project Management: Led IT projects aimed at improving operational efficiencies, including the rollout of a new membership management system and the integration of online booking and payment solutions.
- Cybersecurity: Developed and implemented cybersecurity protocols to protect sensitive member information and safeguard the gym's digital assets, conducting regular audits to assess vulnerabilities.
- IT Networking Duties
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Mechanical Engineering
01.2003
GPA: 3.2
Associates Degree - Business Management
01.2001
GPA: 4.0
Skills
- Audits and Budgets
- Sales and Marketing
- Network Administration
- Business Leadership
- Policy Development and Enforcement
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Community Marketing
- Daily Operations Management
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Athletic Training and Coaching
- Professional Relationships
- Nondiscriminatory Practices
Accomplishments
ACADEMIC ALL AMERICAN BASKETBALL PLAYER AT COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND
Certification
- CCNA- Cisco Certified Network Associate Projected Summer 2025
- ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
- American AED/CPR Association and Basic First Aid
Languages
Spanish
Intermediate level writing and speaking
Timeline
Teacher Cisco IT Networking - CAT SOUTH
02.2025 - Current
Asst. Varsity Head Coach Boys Basketball - Northern High School
11.2023 - 03.2024
Maryland Rockets AAU Basketball Coach - Maryland Rockets
01.2023 - Current
Athletic Trainer/Basketball Skills Coach - Huntingtown High School
01.2018 - Current
General/Project Manager - Gold's Gym
10.2003 - 12.2023
General/Project Manager - Gold's Gym
10.2003 - 12.2023
University of Maryland College Park - Bachelor's Degree, Mechanical Engineering
College of Southern Maryland - Associates Degree, Business Management
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