BRIAN TAVOLIER
Lakewood,OH
Summary
Experienced Executive and Manager with over 33 years of experience in Manufacturing and Service industries. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements. Consistently saved costs while increasing profits, while keeping a loyal workforce content at their position.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Gardener
FLOWER POWER,, Michael Hanna
05.2022 - Current
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Provided expert guidance to clients, addressing their garden design goals and individual preferences.
Director-Business Development/Accounting
Flexeco, Inc.
05.2011 - 01.2020
- Worked with CEO to resolve managerial problems at all four divisions to improve operations and provide exceptional customer service. Replaced managers at three out of four divisions resulting in increased revenue.
- Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends by utilizing an Audio/Video team.
- Developed deep understanding of customer needs, priorities and pain points to deliver customized service.
- With an Audio/Video team, established a large presence on Social media platforms as well as industry blogs, more than any other competitor.
- Late 2018 when our bookkeeper left, CEO and I devoted our time to learning the accounting system.
- 2018-2020, I worked at Director-Business Development as well as the addition of administering the accounting department including recording weekly revenue; processing divisional weekly expense reports; processing monthly expenses for entire corporation; daily analyzing cash flow position; biweekly payroll; preparing financial records for corporate accountants.
- Protected company reputation and built loyal client base by working relentlessly to resolve problems and improve customer satisfaction.
Board Member
Cleveland LGBT Pride, Inc.
01.2012 - 08.2017
- Solicit and manage sponsors and vendors for the annual pride festival which took place the third weekend of June.
- Assisted in teaching and mentoring young gay/straight volunteers in the management of the pride festival.
- Selected and negotiated contract for Cleveland Pride with major entertainers such as Deborah Cox, Debbie Gibson, Taylor Dayne and Belinda Carlisle.
- In addition to assisting in the overall management of the pride festival each year, I coordinated and managed the major entertainer throughout the weekend.
Co-Founder
Cleveland Synergy Foundation
10.2008 - 02.2011
- With two associates, we created a bid package to host the 2014 Gay Games in Cleveland + Akron Ohio.
- After bid package was accepted, we hosted the election delegation for a weekend to demonstrate all the amenities northeast Ohio has to offer.
- On September 29, 2009, after completing a formal presentation in Cologne, Germany and competing against the cities of Boston, Miami and Washington DC, the Federation of Gay Games voted and chose CLEVELAND, OHIO to host the gay games in 2014.
- The 2014 Gay Games, which the Cleveland Synergy Foundation brought to northeast Ohio, attracted nearly 8,000 athletes to Ohio in August 2014, and added $52.1 million to the local economy during the eight-day event, according to a study by two economics professors at Kent State University.
Co-Founder
TRIAD Event Management, LLC
06.2006 - 09.2008
- TRIAD Event Management provided management for the execution of Special Events in the business sector.
- Assisted the Ohio Bureau Of Workers Compensation at their annual continuing education seminars throughout Ohio. We assisted in registration, data management and customer service.
- Assisted in the management of Annual Dance Party in Provincetown, Ma during Fourth of July week as hosted by Crown and Anchor Productions. Assisted in registration and crowd control (over 9,000 guests) during seven nights of events.
- Managed the 30th Anniversary Corporate Celebration for Ohio State Waterproofing. Creating a "70's Disco Theme", the party hosted over 100 guests.
- Assisted the Cleveland Aids Task Force in the management of their main annual fundraiser, Cleveland Dancin' in the Streets.
Co-Founder
North Coast Athletics
08.2005 - 09.2008
- North Coast Athletics managed the local lgbt volleyball organization named, North Coast Athletics Volleyball in Cleveland.
- North Coast Athletics was responsible for the promoting and developing of volleyball in northeast Ohio by managing league competitions, skills clinics, community fundraisers and an annual NAGVA sanctioned volleyball tournament.
- Increased the membership in North Coast Athletics Volleyball from 50 members to over 200 in 2008.
President
Enviro-Cote Inc.
06.1985 - 04.2005
- As president, grew revenue from $3 million/year to over $9 million in 2005.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Merged the company with a canadian company which allowed us to compete in a very competitive market. The canadian company brought a technology that allowed us to be more vertically integrated as compared to our competition.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term business objectives, providing company with strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Conducted research on emerging trends within industry and capitalized on finds to develop new products, services and strategies.
- Managed a workforce which numbered over 55.
- Resolved issues and recommended actions based on production and compliance reports.
- Increased company growth through collaboration with sales and marketing departments.
- Negotiated all financial loans.
- Attended trade shows and client meetings, promoting company brand and building rapport with prospects and partners.
- Increased workflow by analyzing data and maximizing opportunities for improved productivity across several areas.
- Fostered new business through participation in trade shows and initiating communications with prospective clients via phone and email .
- Improved supply chain to reduce materials costs and optimize distribution.
- Generated 50% increase in client accounts over 10 years through implementation of effective market strategies across major search engine platforms.
- Negotiated all equipment purchases with an average cost of over $100,000.
- Managed the leaders in the Production, Human Resource, Sales & Marketing and Accounting Departments.
General Member
Cuyahoga Falls Junior Chamber Of Commerce
03.1988 - 02.1992
- Assisted in the execution of eight fundraising nights in July and August which consisted of local bands entertaining 2,000 - 5,000 guests per night and the sale of liquid refreshments.
- Elected in 1990 to Co-Chair the eight evening fundraiser.
- As Co-Chair, we were responsible for, the selection of eight musical bands; negotiations with local beer distributor to supply the liquid refreshments for all eight events; created and managed the security team responsible for identifying underage drinking and general safety of our guests; the sale of tokens which were redeemed for a liquid refreshment; and communications with the city of Cuyahoga Falls.
- Chose the recipients of the funds which were raised during this event.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Management - School of Business Administration
University of Akron
Akron, OhioHigh School Diploma -
Walsh Jesuit High School - College Preparatory Curriculum
Stow, OhioSkills
- Budget preparation
- Data review
- Presentations and public speaking
- Inventory auditing
- Capital spending
- Relationship development
- Product knowledge
- Strategic planning
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Materials handling
- Marketing and advertising
- Revenue growth
- Operations oversight
- Financial leadership
- Marketing expertise
- Inventory management
Timeline
Master Gardener
FLOWER POWER,, Michael Hanna
05.2022 - Current
Board Member
Cleveland LGBT Pride, Inc.
01.2012 - 08.2017
Director-Business Development/Accounting
Flexeco, Inc.
05.2011 - 01.2020
Co-Founder
Cleveland Synergy Foundation
10.2008 - 02.2011
Co-Founder
TRIAD Event Management, LLC
06.2006 - 09.2008
Co-Founder
North Coast Athletics
08.2005 - 09.2008
General Member
Cuyahoga Falls Junior Chamber Of Commerce
03.1988 - 02.1992
President
Enviro-Cote Inc.
06.1985 - 04.2005
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Management - School of Business Administration
University of Akron
High School Diploma -
Walsh Jesuit High School - College Preparatory Curriculum
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