Brian Benes
Lake Grove
Summary
Accomplished leader with a strong track record in building strategic partnerships and executing market analysis. Proficient in boosting customer engagement and facilitating sales growth. Dedicated to promoting teamwork and operational efficiency across organizations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO/Co Founder
Alphabot Software Inc
NY
02.2021 - 01.2025
- Established partnerships with key industry players to expand market reach.
- Conducted comprehensive market analyses to identify growth opportunities.
- Enhanced customer engagement strategies, increasing retention and satisfaction.
- Negotiated vendor contracts to secure competitive pricing for goods and services.
- Collaborated with marketing teams on campaigns to boost brand visibility.
- Assessed financial performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement.
- Spearheaded initiatives to foster collaboration among staff members.
- Exceeded sales goals through upselling and attracting new business.
Co Founder
Apelist
New York
07.2018 - 01.2025
- Developed strategic business plans to guide startup from inception to operational success.
- Built a diverse team of professionals to enhance capabilities and expertise.
- Created website and social media presence to promote brand and engage customers.
- Established relationships with key stakeholders including partners, investors, and customers.
- Managed daily operations, focusing on staff recruitment, training, and performance metrics.
- Conducted market research to identify target customer segments and assess industry trends.
- Implemented scalable processes to facilitate efficient growth and improve operational efficiency.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure essential resources for startup.
Journeyman Ironworker
Local Union 40 Structural Ironworkers
Manhattan
05.2001 - 12.2018
- Executed work safely and effectively in high-risk environments.
- Supervised and coordinated activities of workers throughout all structural construction phases.
- Read blueprints to plan and implement construction activities.
- Motivated crew members while ensuring a safe working environment.
- Directed installation and repair techniques aligned with blueprints and specifications.
- Maintained project documentation, including daily time sheets and material orders.
- Organized storage for tools, supplies, and equipment used in construction tasks.
- Inspected and serviced equipment to uphold functionality and meet project timelines.
Education
Jouneyman - Blueprints, Welding, Rigging, Steel Erection
Joint Apprenticeship Local 361 & 40
Astoria, NY09-2004
Regents High School Diploma - Mathematics, Science, History, Language
Centereach High School
Centereach, NY06-1996
Skills
- Market analysis and strategic planning
- Vendor negotiation and financial assessment
- Customer engagement and business development
- Performance metrics and effective communication
- Brand visibility and relationship management
- Global perspective and operational excellence
- Revenue stream development
- Client relationship management
- Industry partnership development
- Adaptability and multitasking
- Goal setting and business acumen
Websites
Timeline
CEO/Co Founder
Alphabot Software Inc
02.2021 - 01.2025
Co Founder
Apelist
07.2018 - 01.2025
Journeyman Ironworker
Local Union 40 Structural Ironworkers
05.2001 - 12.2018
Jouneyman - Blueprints, Welding, Rigging, Steel Erection
Joint Apprenticeship Local 361 & 40
Regents High School Diploma - Mathematics, Science, History, Language
Centereach High School