Certification - IT
Certificate in IT Network Security IWTC, Pensacola
03.2017 - 03.2018
Luis Gonzalez
Business Development Manager
Virginia Beach,NC
Summary
Results-driven leader with a proven track record of identifying growth opportunities, driving operational improvements, and enhancing customer service standards. Skilled in leading high-performing sales and operations teams, boosting profitability, and implementing cost-saving initiatives. Known for a proactive mindset, team-oriented leadership style, and strategic business development.
Education
Work History
Business Development Manager
Coastal Ferry
08.2020 - 10.2024
- Led, developed, and empowered cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional client service and operational excellence
- Oversaw hiring, training, and performance management to build a strong, collaborative, and accountable workplace culture
- Fostered team alignment with business goals through clear communication, coaching, and strategic delegation
- Guided team adoption of CRM and payment systems, ensuring smooth integration and consistent client experiences
- Promoted a client-first mindset across departments, driving long-term account growth and relationship retention
- Directed financial oversight functions, including budgeting, invoicing, A/R and A/P, and contract governance
- Spearheaded infrastructure projects, including facility expansion and office renovations, with full team coordination
- Conducted competitive analysis with team input to inform strategic pivots and identify new market opportunities
- Negotiated vendor agreements and cultivated external partnerships to strengthen operational capacity and team resources
IT Specialist - Video Telecommunications (VTC)
U.S. Navy Active Duty
03.2017 - 07.2022
- Managed the daily operation and maintenance of over 100 Video Telecommunication Systems
(VTCs), ensuring seamless communication and minimal downtime - Collaborated with data encryption specialists to secure sensitive transmissions and implement advanced encryption protocols to protect client and organizational data
- Troubleshot and resolved technical issues related to VTC hardware, software, and network connectivity, maintaining a 99% system uptime
- Designed and optimized VTC configurations to enhance user experience and streamline setup for both internal and external stakeholders
- Provided technical training and support to staff and clients, improving system utilization and reducing user error
- Conducted regular system updates and compliance checks to meet evolving security and technology standards
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams and external vendors to implement upgrades, ensuring compatibility and scalability of VTC infrastructure
Skills
- Business Management
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Business
- Development
- Budgeting & Financial Oversight
- Project Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Operational Efficiency
- Military Leadership Experience
- Sales Leadership
- Account Management
- Strategic Planning
- Marketing Strategy
- Profit & Loss Analysis
- Team Leadership
- CRM Software (eg, Salesforce, HubSpot)
Certification
Driver's License
A-Plus
CCNA
Windows
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Interests
Rock Climbing
Art/Drawing
Quote
If you wanna go fast go alone, if you wanna go far go together.
African Proverb
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