Brian Guevara
Griffith,IN
Summary
Proficient on how to grow hydroponically indoors in smaller closed room environments, larger scale (50,000 sq ft), and experience in harvesting outdoor farms. Extensive knowledge in compliance with industry and state regulatory requirements in the State of California and Michigan. Demonstrated ability to revitalize underperforming businesses through operational excellence and through building organizations focused on growth and profitability. METRC certified 8/21. Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 25+ years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Brings excellent communication skills and a talent for spotting areas in need of improvement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Leona’s Pizzeria
03.2023 - Current
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Forecast year-over-year business growth from previous ownership with current owners while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
Delivery Driver
Bit Of Swiss Pastry Shop
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Assisted bakery in any capacity.
General Manager
NOBO Provisioning Center
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Drove business growth for company's flagship dispensary while leading sales team with strategic vision, long-range planning, and controls to prevent overages or shortages.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices and company procedures.
- Improved employee recognition which boosted productivity and team morale.
- Implemented operational strategies which effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Store Co-Manager
NOBO Provisioning Center
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Oversee day to day operations at one of four company provisioning centers in Michigan.
- Provided needed leadership and expertise in retail setting.
- Implemented accountability on cash management procedures.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Raised performance in areas of sales, management, and operations by identifying and targeting areas in need of improvement.
- Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
- Conducted monthly inventories of cannabis products and adjusted when necessary.
- Experienced continued sales growth every month. On target for minimum $6 million dollar gross sales for 2022.
Quality Control/Vault Lead
NOBO Michigan
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Updated quality control standards, methods and procedures to meet compliance requirements.
- Rejected defective products and approved correct products.
- Inspected inbound and outbound products for compliance with established industry standards, company policies and procedures per MRA guidelines.
- Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
Interim Post Harvest Manager
NOBO Michigan
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Worked closely with Harvest Team to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance and minimizing waste.
- Assisted in take down of cultivation rooms and transfer of plants to drying rooms.
- Responsible for removal of all plant debris.
- Led crew in cleaning/sanitizing of multiple cultivation rooms which included but not limited to: washing/scrubbing tables, rinse/cleaning of irrigation lines, changing lights, and cleaning fans.
- Repopulation of cultivation room.
Grow Room Manager
NOBO Michigan
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Worked under new Director of Cultivation's guidance maintaining one of five rooms in grow facility.
- Had difficult task of saving grow facility after infestation of root aphids throughout building.
- Managed cultivation grow technicians and their tasks from start to finish of assigned room in grow facility.
- COA available upon request of Truffle Pig strain, Total Cannabinoids: 25.73%
Grow Technician
NOBO Michigan
01.2021 - 02.2021
- Assisted Grow Manager and cultivation team from start to finish of all rooms in grow facility including but not limited to: defoliating plants, removal of excess plant limbs, canopy management, cleanliness of all rooms, feeding schedules, air flow management, IPM schedules.
- Repopulated rooms with new plants at start of new grow cycle.
Harvesting/Cultivation Crew
NorCal Cannabis Company
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Worked closely with Harvest Manager to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance and minimizing waste.
- Assisted in take down of cultivation rooms and transfer of plants to drying rooms.
- Responsible for removal of all plant debris.
- Led crew in cleaning/sanitizing of multiple cultivation rooms which included but not limited to: washing/scrubbing tables, rinse/cleaning of irrigation lines, changing lights, and cleaning fans.
- Repopulation of cultivation room.
Cultivation Specialist/Post Harvest Specialist
Misty Mountain Services
01.2016 - 09.2020
- Supported Operations Manager in leading Cultivation/Harvesting/Trimming of outdoor and indoor cannabis facility.
- Lead in take down of cultivation rooms, drying, and trimming.
- Supervised Trimming Crew during hand trimming ensuring finished product met company quality standards.
- Participated in vegetation room feedings, transplanting to cocoa pots, and population of indoor flower rooms.
Tasting Room Associate
Jigar Wines
11.2015 - 05.2018
- Provided informed wine suggestions to tasting room guests.
- Worked with staff to provide optimal customer experience with upbeat attitude and professionalism.
General Manager
DQ Grill & Chill
12.2014 - 07.2015
- Developed strategic initiatives to improve operational structures, policies and management systems.
- Improved profitability by decreasing food and labor costs.
- Increased sales 12% through maintaining correct inventory par levels, reorganizing layout of restaurant, and implementing cash control/security procedures.
Merchandise Team Lead - Women’s Shoes
Macy’s At Water Tower Place
11.2011 - 10.2014
- Spearheaded implementation of ELS system to improve speed of service of locating specific product for each customer in stockroom within set goal time of 2-2:30 minutes.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Managed incoming product inventory and insured placement in appropriate stockroom locations.
Multi-Unit Manager/General Manager of Operations
DQ Grill & Chill
02.2009 - 05.2011
- Managed top 2 DQ's in greater Chicago Area, total revenue of $1.5 million per year with over 40 employees.
- Improved operational performance by implementing DQ policies and procedures, cleanliness standards, goal setting, and employee accountability.
- Reduced food and labor costs by over 20% compared to restaurant's first 3 months of operation.
- Maximized profitability by analyzing P&L statements, developed management strategies, and setup POS system for management to track food, labor, and sales.
- Created environment for all restaurant staff by delivering training on best practices in food production, customer service, operations, POS system operations, marketing, and inventory management.
Education
Bachelor of General Studies -
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN12.2022
Skills
- Crop Inspection
- Inventory Management
- Operations Management
- Hospitality Management
- Irrigation System
- P&L
- Team Leadership
- Training and Staff Development
- Scheduling/Workforce Planning
- Managing Labor Costs
Certification
- METRC Certification completed August 2021
- ServeSafe Sanitation Certificate, ADQ Corporation - 2011-2015
Personal/Other
- Moderator, US Hispanic Leadership Institute (USHLI) - 2009
- President, ALMA of IUN, Latino Student Organization - 1995-1996, 1999
- Leadership Participant, USHLI, Largest Latino Conference in nation, Chicago, IL 1990-1999
Career Timeline
- Restaurant Consultant/Sales Manager, US Foods, Bensenville, IL. 2008-2009
- Manager, DQ Brazier, Griffith, IN. 2007-2008
- Owner/COO, DQ Brazier, Clarkesville, GA. 2004-2007
- Field Consultant, American Dairy Queen Corporation, Charlotte, NC/SE USA. 2000-20003
Timeline
General Manager
Leona’s Pizzeria
03.2023 - Current
Delivery Driver
Bit Of Swiss Pastry Shop
07.2022 - 02.2023
General Manager
NOBO Provisioning Center
03.2022 - 05.2022
Store Co-Manager
NOBO Provisioning Center
09.2021 - 03.2022
Quality Control/Vault Lead
NOBO Michigan
07.2021 - 08.2021
Interim Post Harvest Manager
NOBO Michigan
05.2021 - 06.2021
Grow Room Manager
NOBO Michigan
03.2021 - 04.2021
Grow Technician
NOBO Michigan
01.2021 - 02.2021
Harvesting/Cultivation Crew
NorCal Cannabis Company
10.2020 - 12.2020
Cultivation Specialist/Post Harvest Specialist
Misty Mountain Services
01.2016 - 09.2020
Tasting Room Associate
Jigar Wines
11.2015 - 05.2018
General Manager
DQ Grill & Chill
12.2014 - 07.2015
Merchandise Team Lead - Women’s Shoes
Macy’s At Water Tower Place
11.2011 - 10.2014
Multi-Unit Manager/General Manager of Operations
DQ Grill & Chill
02.2009 - 05.2011
Bachelor of General Studies -
Indiana University Northwest
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