Bryan Alley
Business Owner
Kansas City,MO
Summary
As a dynamic entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in business management, sales, and marketing, I have successfully built and led to businesses from then ground up. My experience in operations, employee management, and customer relations has allowed me to drive growth and create strong brand identities. Whether leading a gourmet mushroom farm supplying top Kansas City restaurants, or running a successful clothing business, I have developed a keen ability to identify market opportunities and execute strategic initiatives. I am eager to bring my leadership skills, business acumen, and creative problem solving to a new opportunity!
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Mushroom Culture
Kansas City, MO
10.2019 - 10.2024
- Established and operated a gourmet mushroom farm, capturing a a significant portion of the Kansas City restaurant market.
- Recruited, trained, and managed a team of four employees, ensuring efficient farm operations and high quality production.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with restaurant clients, driving consistent sales growth.
- Oversaw all aspects of business operations, including sales, customer service, purchasing, and marketing.
- Created and managed a social media presence of over 5,000 followers, enhancing brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Directed production management to optimize yields and maintain sustainable practices.
Owner
SoQuaint
Shawnee, Kansas
05.2012 - 12.2019
- Founded and operated a successful vintage clothing business with both online and brick and mortar sales.
- Recruited, trained, and managed a team of five employees, fostering a knowledgeable and efficient workforce.
- Curated and sourced high quality vintage apparel, maintaining a well stocked inventory across multiple platforms.
- Managed customer service operations, ensuring a seamless shopping experience for online and in person customers.
- Handled purchasing and procurement, maintaining profitability and market competitiveness.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KSSome College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KSSkills
- Production Management 10 years
- Inventory Management 10 years
- B2B Sales 6 years
- Direct Sales 10 years
- Customer Service 10 years
- Business Development 10 years
- Social Media Marketing & Brand Development 6 years
- Strategic Planning & Growth Planning 10 years
Additional Information:
- Experienced in managing small teams and optimizing business operations for growth and efficiency
- Strong track record in brand -building and customer engagement across multiple industries
Accomplishments
- Mushroom Culture has been featured on Fox4, the Kansas City Star, Kansas City Magazine, and KC Today
Affiliations
- I enjoy taking groups on guided foraging trips
- Avid runner
- Volunteering in my local community
Certification
- I am one of a handful of certified wild mushroom identification experts in the State of Missouri
- I have a certification from the state of Missouri Health Department as a Food Manager
Timeline
Owner
Mushroom Culture
10.2019 - 10.2024
Owner
SoQuaint
05.2012 - 12.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
University of Kansas
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Johnson County Community College
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