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Christopher Nolan

Imperial,PA

Summary

Strategic Executive Vice President with extensive experience in overseeing all business aspects, key account management, and leading cross-functional teams. Proven success in implementing sales strategies, securing government contracts, and improving profitability through financial analysis. Strong leadership in mergers and acquisitions, relationship building, and human resource management.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Vice President

Dreamguard Bedding
10.2010 - Current
  • Founder of dreamGUARD Bedding.
  • Oversee all aspects of the business.
  • Key account management.
  • Develop and oversee product line.
  • Manage manufacturing partnerships.
  • Implement and execute sales strategies.
  • Liaison with ownership group.

Executive Vice President

Innovative Solution Specialists
01.2006 - Current
  • Oversee and responsible for all aspects of the business.
  • Key account management in the furniture amd specialty mattress industry.
  • Key personnel at all major markets (High Point, NC & Las Vegas).
  • Achieved company growth by implementing strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across departments.
  • Led cross-functional teams in executing sales strategies.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures through careful financial analysis and budget management, positively impacting overall profitability.
  • Provided executive leadership during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless integration while maintaining operational excellence.
  • Liaison with ownership group.

Director

PBA Industries
01.2002 - 12.2006
  • Managed and oversaw all aspects of this light manufacturing operation.
  • Maintained and managed relationships with both federal and state government contacts.
  • Secured and produced government contracts for:

- PennDOT Highway Signs

- Filtration System for the Trident Nuclear Submarine

- Textiles for the Department of Defense & PA State Government



Director of Human Resources

Blind & Vision Rehabilitation
01.2000 - 12.2002
  • Managed the onboarding process, providing new hires with necessary tools for success from day one.
  • Directed each phase of hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding.
  • Maintained "open door" policy to encourage employee communications and resolution of issues.
  • Coordinated and worked with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability.
  • Managed complex employee relations issues, reducing legal risks and maintaining a positive work environment.
  • Managed and oversaw all employee benefit packages.
  • Managed and oversaw all agencies insurance policies.
  • Responsible for managing over 2,000 volunteers in various programs.
  • Responsible for providing Human Resource support for over 200 Full and Part-Time employees.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Human Resource Mgt.

Robert Morris University
Coraopolis, PA
01-2000

Skills

  • Organizational Growth
  • Customer Service
  • Leadership experience
  • Furniture & Mattress Industry
  • Relationship Building
  • Sales Management
  • Sales
  • Key Account Development and Management
  • P&L Management
  • Retail
  • Strategic Planning
  • Sourcing
  • Team Building

Timeline

Executive Vice President

Dreamguard Bedding
10.2010 - Current

Executive Vice President

Innovative Solution Specialists
01.2006 - Current

Director

PBA Industries
01.2002 - 12.2006

Director of Human Resources

Blind & Vision Rehabilitation
01.2000 - 12.2002

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Human Resource Mgt.

Robert Morris University
Christopher Nolan