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Brian Thompson

Riverside,CA
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Brian Thompson

Summary

Motivated business professional bringing 15+ years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

26
years of professional experience

Work History

Thompson Brewing Co

Business Owner/Operator
02.2012 - Current

Job overview

  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over inquiries.
  • Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues.
  • Served as principal stakeholder over organization's complete operations.
  • Led screening, hiring and staff scheduling to maintain compliance with group goals.
  • Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
  • Spearheaded business-related aims to meet tactical planning initiatives.
  • Lent business acumen to meet day-to-day strategic objectives.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
  • Adhered to regulatory and policy changes and made necessary adjustments to maintain overall success.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.

Applied Scholastics Online

VP, Sales & Marketing
01.2012 - 10.2018

Job overview

  • Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives across departments to achieve business goals for bottom-line profits.
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Increased company growth through collaboration with sales and marketing departments.
  • Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.

Applied Scholastics Online

Network Administrator
08.2011 - 10.2018

Job overview

  • Installed, configured and supported local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN) and Internet system.
  • Maintained network hardware and software and monitored network to support network availability to end users.
  • Performed day-to-day LAN and WAN administration, maintenance, and support.
  • Monitored system performance and responded to alerts.
  • Managed computer operation scheduling, backup, storage and retrieval functions.
  • Implemented network security measures to minimize data loss.
  • Identified and immediately resolved issues with network devices.
  • Maintained applications to keep software current with necessary software updates and upgrades.
  • Backed up company data to distributed storage centers to avoid massive data loss.
  • Verified continuity of computer and telephone system services for users..
  • Authored documentation for system configuration and troubleshooting.
  • Introduced management tools to create and manage virtual server computing environment.
  • Planned annual budgets to fund IT projects and control spending.
  • Consulted with management to determine scope and priorities of projects and to discuss system capacity and equipment acquisitions.
  • Recommended development of plans for systems development and operations.
  • Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.
  • Installed and configured network printers and other peripheral devices.
  • Performed network security design and integration duties.
  • Researched and recommended new technologies and strategies for improving system performance.
  • Evaluated software products to determine compatibility with existing systems.
  • Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies.
  • Devised scripts and automation tools to improve system efficiency.
  • Led server infrastructure development, quality assurance, staging and production systems.

Applied Scholastics Online

Chief Technology Officer
08.2010 - 10.2018

Job overview

  • Facilitated ongoing team development and growth through training and professional skills enhancement.
  • Managed company-level architecture, platform and data configuration processes and implementation protocols.
  • Provided project leadership in dynamic technology-driven environment with multiple priorities.
  • Developed and implemented long-term strategic technological blueprint.
  • Maintained high-level knowledge of current and emerging technology development and applications.
  • Coordinated third-party vendors and client IT teams to seamlessly deliver effective solutions.
  • Handled client inquiries with exceptional professionalism and enthusiasm.
  • Designed enterprise-level technological blueprints and system architectures.
  • Improved [Software] program delivery performance and reliability.
  • Maintained thorough understanding of all key and current technologies, platforms and trends.
  • Laid out complete business continuity plan to maintain data protection in event of natural disaster or long-term outage.
  • Briefed executives on technology risks and suggested ways to alleviate concerns.
  • Tested security technologies on regular basis and implemented network penetration assessment tools.


Applied Scholastics Online

Webmaster
08.2010 - 10.2018

Job overview

  • Troubleshot issues with websites and fixed scripting and use issues.
  • Configured and purchased domains for websites.
  • Conceptualized, planned and executed original designs for wide range of website properties.
  • Maintained exceptional customer service ratings for company on hand-coded HTML2/3/4/5 and CSS1/2/3 and later upgraded to a CMS website.
  • Provided front-end website development using WordPress, Hubspot, and other editing software.
  • Coded websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery languages.
  • Oversaw technical issues and troubleshooting requests to resolve user problems.
  • Adhered to SEO best practices while designing sites.
  • Ran debugging tools to eliminate flaws and glitches prior to publishing.
  • Multi-tasked across multiple functions and roles to meet deadlines and organizational expectations.
  • Implemented changes and integrated requested elements to streamline business operations.
  • Oversaw back-end development using PHP to maintain website integrity.
  • Applied emerging technologies to update and maintain site applicability.
  • Determined coding requirements for specialized scripts.
  • Provided security maintenance and patching on website interface to maintain viability after launch.
  • Discussed site and app requirements with clients to produce actionable development plans.
  • Developed technical solutions required to accommodate specific user-facing assets
  • Deployed, maintained, and expanded open-source LMS software for student and parent learning.

Dr. David P. Cutts

Dental Office Manager
06.2009 - 07.2010

Job overview

  • Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits, and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
  • Maintained patient data with required regulatory chart documents, personal information and treatment consultation documentation.
  • Oversaw facilities and equipment cleanliness and safety for optimal patient protections.
  • Increased and stimulated new patient growth by supporting sales, marketing and promotional programs.
  • Managed office within budget guidelines for clerical and auxiliary supply purchases, equipment upgrades and labor costs.
  • Executed operational standards flawlessly in full compliance with established policies, procedures and government regulations.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Posted customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
  • Prepared bills receivable, invoices, and bank deposits.
  • Verified discrepancies and resolved clients' billing issues
  • Processed incoming payments in accordance with established financial policies.
  • Updated aging reports based on daily audits.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
  • Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
  • Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
  • Used my background in IT to implement efficient software and systems to increase production.

McCormick International

IT Director
08.2008 - 06.2009

Job overview

  • Identified opportunities for application optimization, redesign and development and troubleshot and resolved user and application issues.
  • Analyzed department and job-related functionality requirements to align technology priorities with business needs.
  • Developed and implemented technical application support and information technology policies and procedures that advanced investment needs, outcomes and performance measurements to balance continuous innovation with responsible risk-taking.
  • Documented and analyzed processes and procedures and adhered to regulatory guidance.
  • Stayed abreast of technology advancements, emerging standards and IS regulations to meet strategic technology goals.
  • Implemented, created and tested disaster recovery and business continuity plans and maintained appropriate back-up system.
  • Fostered positive working environment that encouraged innovation, collaboration and accountability and managed end-user needs with functional and security responsibilities.
  • Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop and execute technical strategies aligned to client's vision.
  • Identified computer hardware and network system issues, performing troubleshooting techniques for remediation.
  • Communicated regularly with customers concerning data exchange and technology integration.

Action Enterprises

IT Director
09.1997 - 07.2008

Job overview

  • Identified opportunities for application optimization, redesign and development and troubleshot and resolved user and application issues.
  • Analyzed department and job-related functionality requirements to align technology priorities with business needs.
  • Developed and implemented technical application support and information technology policies and procedures that advanced investment needs, outcomes and performance measurements to balance continuous innovation with responsible risk-taking.
  • Documented and analyzed processes and procedures and adhered to regulatory guidance.
  • Stayed abreast of technology advancements, emerging standards and IS regulations to meet strategic technology goals.
  • Performed regular audits and tests of infrastructure and applications.
  • Deployed, monitored and maintained system installation, upgrades and network integration.
  • Implemented, created and tested disaster recovery and business continuity plans and maintained appropriate back-up system.
  • Fostered positive working environment that encouraged innovation, collaboration and accountability and managed end-user needs with functional and security responsibilities.
  • Played key role in on-going network design, reevaluation and optimization to keep pace with company growth.
  • Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop and execute technical strategies aligned to client's vision.
  • Identified computer hardware and network system issues, performing troubleshooting techniques for remediation.
  • Analyzed network security and current infrastructure to assess areas in need of improvement and develop solutions.
  • Oversaw development and implementation of improvements to support and network operations.
  • Supported implementation of warehouse management system software applications to enable centralized management of tasks.

California Ranch School

Property Manager
09.1997 - 06.2008

Job overview

  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
  • Maintained operational facilities attractive to potential tenants by organizing regular maintenance, major repairs, and capital improvement projects.
  • Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
  • Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
  • Maintained sufficient number of units market-ready for lease.
  • Kept properties in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
  • Communicated effectively with owners, residents, and on-site associates.
  • Conducted regular inspections of both interior and exterior of properties for damage.
  • Implemented and enforced policies and procedures to maintain properties to highest standards.
  • Delivered emergency 24-hour on-call service for tenants on building issues.
  • Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
  • Maximized rental income while minimizing expenses through effective planning and control.
  • Responded to Common Area Maintenance (CAM) inquiries.

Education

California Ranch School
Perris, CA

High School Diploma
09.1997

University Overview

Professional Development: Computer Science, Engineering, Mechanical, and Construction

Skills

  • Highly proficient in computer systems of all types including MS Office, Windows, Mac, servers, etc
  • Analytical and Critical Thinker
  • Competitor Trend Research
  • Leadership and People Development
  • Business Planning and Strategy
  • Financial Reporting
  • Employee Motivation and Performance
  • Strategic Marketing
  • Industry Expertise
  • Business Correspondence
  • System Optimization
  • Mission and Vision
  • Executive Leadership
  • Departmental Coordination
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Timeline

Business Owner/Operator

Thompson Brewing Co
02.2012 - Current

VP, Sales & Marketing

Applied Scholastics Online
01.2012 - 10.2018

Network Administrator

Applied Scholastics Online
08.2011 - 10.2018

Chief Technology Officer

Applied Scholastics Online
08.2010 - 10.2018

Webmaster

Applied Scholastics Online
08.2010 - 10.2018

Dental Office Manager

Dr. David P. Cutts
06.2009 - 07.2010

IT Director

McCormick International
08.2008 - 06.2009

IT Director

Action Enterprises
09.1997 - 07.2008

Property Manager

California Ranch School
09.1997 - 06.2008

California Ranch School

High School Diploma
Brian Thompson