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GeneralManager

Christopher Ford

Simpsonville,SC

Summary

Dynamic General Manager with a proven track record at Tar Heel Capital, excelling in leadership and operations management. Cultivated strong client relationships, driving sales growth and employee satisfaction. Expert in budget implementation and problem resolution, fostering a motivated team that consistently exceeded targets. Committed to delivering exceptional results through strategic planning and effective communication.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Tar Heel Capital
08.2015 - 03.2025
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
  • Led team to exceed sales targets, implementing motivational incentives and comprehensive training programs.

General Manager

First Sun Managment
04.2009 - 08.2015
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.

Lead Flooring Installer

Custom Flooring Istallations
06.2002 - 10.2009
  • Increased repeat business through referrals from satisfied customers who appreciated attentive service and high-quality workmanship.
  • Streamlined the installation process for increased efficiency and reduced project completion time.
  • Established reputation for superior craftsmanship by consistently delivering flawless flooring installations.
  • Expanded company offerings by becoming proficient in the installation of various flooring types, including hardwood, laminate, tile, and carpet.
  • Mentored junior installers, sharing expert knowledge and techniques for achieving top-quality results.

General Manager

R&H Maxxon, Depot Food Stores
11.1996 - 06.2002
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.

Education

No Degree - Computer Aided Drafting And Design

Pittsburg Technical Institute
Pittsburg, PA
06-1996

High School Diploma -

Southern Garrett County High School
Oakland, MD
05-1993

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem resolution
  • Operations management
  • Team player
  • Time management
  • Customer relations
  • Customer relationship management
  • Employee scheduling

Accomplishments

  • Supervision - Supervised sales team to monitor sales activity and goal achievement.
  • Staffing - Worked directly with Human Resources to streamline hiring and onboarding process.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 30 staff members.
  • Achieved multiple sales records by increasing sales weekly.

Certification

  • [State] Driver's License
  • ServSafe Certified in food safety

Timeline

General Manager

Tar Heel Capital
08.2015 - 03.2025

General Manager

First Sun Managment
04.2009 - 08.2015

Lead Flooring Installer

Custom Flooring Istallations
06.2002 - 10.2009

General Manager

R&H Maxxon, Depot Food Stores
11.1996 - 06.2002

No Degree - Computer Aided Drafting And Design

Pittsburg Technical Institute

High School Diploma -

Southern Garrett County High School

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