Clyde Keller
Tampa,FL
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record as an owner and financial planner with The Throwing Club, Makos Baseball, Safe Harbor Elder Planning and AG Edwards. Excelling in competitive landscape evaluation and strategic planning. Successfully negotiated vendor contracts, significantly boosting profit margins. Adept at client relationship management and financial data analysis, driving business growth through informed decision-making and innovative marketing strategies.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
The Throwing Club
Tampa, FL
11.2021 - 01.2025
- Conducted market research activities and competitive analysis to facilitate implementation of aggressive company marketing strategy.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
Pitching Coach
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
08.2017 - 06.2021
- Developed training and exercise programs to meet individual requirements and team play strategies.
- Recruited student-athletes of highest caliber to elevate overall team performance.
- Attended staff training and continuing education workshops to remain current with league expectations.
- Communicated regularly with players regarding progress and goals achieved.
- Assisted with scouting reports, pre-game warm-ups and post game analysis.
- Instituted a data analysis department to enhance scouting and recruitment.
Owner
Florida Makos Baseball
Tampa, FL
01.2012 - 07.2017
- Oversaw company execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Conducted market research activities and competitive analysis to facilitate implementation of aggressive company marketing strategy.
- Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
- Analyzed client business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
Associate Financial Planner
Safe Harbor Elder Planning
Tampa, FL
01.2004 - 12.2014
- Prepared detailed reports outlining recommended strategies for achieving clients' short-term and long-term objectives.
- Monitored portfolio performance against established benchmarks to ensure that clients' portfolios remain aligned with their goals.
- Strengthened client relationships by conducting routine portfolio reviews to measure plan success.
- Simplified complex financial terminology and concepts to support client comprehension and informed decision-making.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and regulations affecting wealth management services.
Financial Advisor
AG Edwards
Sun City Center, FL
08.2001 - 11.2003
- Advised high net worth individuals on complex wealth management issues related to trusts, estates, asset protection planning, philanthropy.
- Recruited new clients through proactive marketing initiatives and word-of-mouth referrals.
- Provided ethical, objective and holistic financial planning advice to clients.
- Conducted comprehensive portfolio reviews to ensure optimal asset allocation and performance against market benchmarks.
Education
MBA - Marketing
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY06-2001
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL06-1991
Skills
- Competitive Landscape Evaluation
- Quantitative Data Evaluation
- Strategic planning
- Vendor negotiation
- Client relationship management
- Financial Data Analysis
- Budget management
- Project management
Affiliations
- Former professional baseball player
- Avid bowler
Accomplishments
- Author of books: The Red Book of Pitching, Combatting Gorilla Baseball, Small Ball Tactics and College Athletic Recruiting.
Timeline
Owner
The Throwing Club
11.2021 - 01.2025
Pitching Coach
Florida State University
08.2017 - 06.2021
Owner
Florida Makos Baseball
01.2012 - 07.2017
Associate Financial Planner
Safe Harbor Elder Planning
01.2004 - 12.2014
Financial Advisor
AG Edwards
08.2001 - 11.2003
MBA - Marketing
Western Kentucky University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Florida State University
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