Brian Schaps
Deerfield,IL
Summary
Entrepreneurial Owner with 20+ years of experience and solid history of business success. Built multiple businesses from ground up with strategic and scalable approaches. Well-oriented to quickly identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Designer
Ananda Chicago
Chicago
07.2004 - 02.2024
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends
- Created and implemented employee onboarding and training programs to promote employee retention and team collaboration
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers
- Analyzed financial statements and trends to manage cash flow and make business decisions
- Analyzed costs associated with different manufacturing processes while maintaining high standards of quality control.
Owner/Operator
Brian's Juice Bar & Deli
Chicago
06.1996 - 12.2004
- Managed day-to-day operations of restaurant, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory control
- Analyzed financial statements to identify areas of improvement or cost savings opportunities
- Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
Insurance Agent
Federal Life Insurance
Riverwoods Il
06.1992 - 08.1996
- Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
- Educated clients on the importance of adequate insurance coverage, fostering trust and loyalty among the existing client base.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized insurance solutions tailored to individual needs.
- Conducted thorough policy reviews with existing clients, identifying gaps in coverage and offering additional protection options when necessary.
Education
BS In Education - Sports Management
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH06.1991
Skills
- Business Administration
- Sales Oversight
- Talent Development
- Negotiation
- Hiring and Staffing
Accomplishments
FEDERAL LIFE PRESIDENT'S AWARD
8TH HIGHEST PRODUCER NATIONALLY
LIFE INSURANCE
Timeline
Owner/Designer
Ananda Chicago
07.2004 - 02.2024
Owner/Operator
Brian's Juice Bar & Deli
06.1996 - 12.2004
Insurance Agent
Federal Life Insurance
06.1992 - 08.1996
BS In Education - Sports Management
University of Dayton