Chris Boughton
Mangham,LA
Summary
Dynamic business owner with a proven track record at Self Employed, excelling in project management and customer relations. Successfully increased client satisfaction through strategic marketing and efficient operations, fostering strong relationships that led to repeat business. Adept at financial management and team leadership, driving growth and optimizing business processes for enhanced performance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Boughton Ag, Boughton Farm Partnerships
10.2012 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
0311 Machine Gunner
USMC Camp Lejuene
10.2008 - 10.2012
- Operated and maintained machine guns in diverse environments, ensuring optimal functionality.
- Conducted regular inspections and maintenance of weapon systems to uphold safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to execute tactical operations effectively and efficiently.
- Trained junior Marines on weapon handling protocols and operational procedures.
- Analyzed mission requirements to adapt strategies for various combat scenarios.
- Implemented safety protocols during live-fire exercises, enhancing overall operational readiness.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment transport, ensuring timely delivery of resources to field units.
- Provided feedback on equipment performance, contributing to process improvements in training programs.
- Reduced safety incidents by implementing comprehensive training programs for fellow Marines in the proper handling of machine guns.
- Participated in humanitarian assistance efforts, providing security and logistical support during disaster relief missions.
- Collaborated effectively with adjacent units while providing suppressive fire during joint operations, enhancing overall mission effectiveness and coordination between teams.
- Enhanced unit readiness by conducting regular maintenance and inspections on machine guns and related equipment.
- Maintained proficiency in various machine gun systems, ensuring adaptability and flexibility during deployments.
- Performed reconnaissance tasks as part of an infantry squad, gathering vital intelligence information for use in strategic decision-making processes.
- Conducted risk assessments for potential enemy threats, selecting appropriate machine gun positions to maximize defensive capabilities.
- Participated in numerous field exercises, honing skills in various terrain types and weather conditions to maintain operational readiness.
- Supported convoy security operations by manning vehicle-mounted machine guns, mitigating potential roadside ambushes or attacks from hostile forces.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during live-fire exercises by providing detailed instruction on range procedures and monitoring adherence throughout training sessions.
- Assisted in the development of tactical plans, incorporating machine gun placement for optimal effectiveness during operations.
- Implemented rigorous physical fitness routines, contributing to overall unit preparedness and endurance in high-stress environments.
- Mentored junior Marines on career progression opportunities and leadership qualities, fostering a positive work environment within the unit.
- Increased mission success rates by coordinating with other infantry units to provide effective machine gun support during combat situations.
- Improved accuracy rates with thorough marksmanship instruction and practice sessions for squad members.
- Developed strong communication skills through daily briefings and after-action reports following field exercises or missions.
- Maintained a high level of situational awareness during operations, adjusting machine gun positions as needed to respond to changing battlefield conditions.
- Contributed to the improvement of unit standard operating procedures by sharing best practices and lessons learned from previous missions or exercises.
- Utilized night vision and thermal imaging equipment for target identification and engagement during low-light or nighttime operations.
- Worked hard to build and maintain level of physical fitness required to carry and position weapons and ammunition.
- Taught new team members how to operate and maintain weapons.
- Conducted patrols over different types of terrain.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in different shooting positions.
- Practiced clock and gun drills to maintain optimum skills.
- Trained new infantry soldiers on standard operating procedures.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of weapons and equipment to preserve operational readiness.
- Executed directives from command center with necessary timeliness and efficiency.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize squad efficiency.
- Instructed squad members on proper use of weapons and equipment.
- Analyzed terrain to identify advantageous positions for operations.
- Conducted safety briefings for squad members prior to missions.
- Used modern communication systems to relay orders to squad members.
- Installed, operated and maintained field communications equipment.
- Applied first aid to squad members at camps and on battlefield.
- Utilized advanced combat tactics to maintain safety during engagements.
- Coordinated with allied forces to achieve mission objectives.
- Guided night patrols to search for enemy forces.
- Led soldiers through successful engagements with enemy forces.
- Directed reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence on enemy forces.
- Identified enemy targets using advanced surveillance techniques.
- Established defensive positions during hostile engagements.
- Monitored and reported enemy activity to command center.
- Deployed countermeasures to repel enemy assaults.
- Helped restore war-torn areas by contributing to reconstruction operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business-Project Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Project management
- Operations management
- Business management
- Business planning
- Strategic planning
- Staff management
- Marketing
- Financial management
- Staff hiring
- Team oversight
- Business development
- Business administration
- Negotiation
- Employee development
- Product branding
- Financial planning
- Sales management
- Cost reduction
- Budget development
- Talent development
- Quality management systems
- Crisis management
- Market trend awareness
- Profit and loss
- Hiring and staffing
- Growth strategy implementation
- Profit and loss analysis
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team leadership
- Effective leader
- Goal setting
- Quality assurance
- Inventory control
- Inventory management
- Business leadership
- Customer retention
- Employee relations
- Budget control
- Delegating work
- Performance improvement
- Employee motivation
- Hiring and onboarding
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Owner
Boughton Ag, Boughton Farm Partnerships
10.2012 - Current
0311 Machine Gunner
USMC Camp Lejuene
10.2008 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business-Project Management
Liberty University