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Craig fontaine

Austin,TX

Summary

Results-driven individual with experience in leading highperformance teams in the for profit sector. Proven track record of driving growth through effective communication and strategic partnerships. Expertise in developing and executing strategies to increase efficiency, visibility and revenue. Passionate about building strong organizational cultures and inspiring employees to reach their highest potential. Pre-Written. I bring to the table 40 years of experience saisfying customers of all stages. I retired to see my son through school until middle school. Well he is of that age and I want to have fun working Especially younger individuals, I have run one of the largest brands in the world, but I have always had a passion for pizza. Actually did a review of Pizza Restaurants, From Bianco's-Pucks-PePe's to places that scared you like east ST Louis where Provel,rules supreme. Basially the world as my former position allowed me to. I have spent my time off/ grow my own SAN MARZANO "s. And ready. To have fun and mentor/and remind me of my youth. And I am just to young to be retired at this age. As well as I was the CEO of one of the nations largest individual trademarked ccompanies. That is in a distribution/production sense. So I am as humble as it gets but I always get results.

CRAIG FONTAINE

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

President And Ceo

Fontaine Marketing Inc.
Leander
01.2003 - Current
  • Negotiated and structured mutual benefit agreements with new partners
  • Collaborated with board members to achieve organizational goals and objectives
  • Created vision and strategic priorities that aligned with goals and visions of organization
  • Established key performance indicators to ensure objectives were met on time and within budget
  • Maintained an active presence in industry associations in order to stay abreast of trends and developments
  • Cultivated relationships with customers, vendors, suppliers, government officials, and other stakeholders
  • Exhibited strong leadership skills while providing guidance and direction to executive team members
  • Created budgets and financial plans to support the organization's long-term goals
  • Led negotiations of contracts with vendors, suppliers, partners, investors, and other third parties.

Pizza Artist/delivery/asst Manager

Mr Gatti's
Austin/Round Rock/CedarPark, TX
03.1995 - 02.1997
  • I ran the store's for the Cash Family, early pioneers!!!. Brought Chuck Wagon into play first in market (RANCH). I performed all duties requiredon a manager/cook/driver.

Manager Mario's Piza

mazios.om
Austin, TX
02.1991 - 08.1994
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
  • Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
  • Initiated new projects that resulted in increased productivity across all departments.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
  • Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
  • Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services offered.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
  • Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
  • Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
  • Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Minimized staff turnover through appropriate selection, orientation and training.
  • Maintained adequate staffing to meet objectives within budget.
  • Communicated company directives and programs to associates and ensured all follow-up items were completed accurately and timely.
  • Conducted quality, timely performance feedback and performance appraisals.
  • Entered time and attendance logs in preparation for payroll.
  • Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.

Education

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) In Marketing/Management -

Southwest Texas State
San Marcos
07.1998

Skills

  • Account Management
  • Program Management
  • Event Planning
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Cost Control
  • Profitability Optimization
  • Operations Oversight
  • Talent Recruitment
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Quality Assurance
  • Revenue Growth
  • Business Planning
  • Company Representation
  • Financial Management
  • Partnership Development
  • Staff Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Creating and Delivering Presentations
  • Media Relations
  • Policy Development
  • Product Development
  • Revenue Generation
  • Brand Management
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Program Oversight
  • Vendor Sourcing and Negotiations
  • Innovation and Creativity
  • Marketing expertise
  • Capital and Resource Management

Additional Information

Operational Excellence, Industry Partnership Development, Financial Management, Was a member of several BBQ teams, During the rodeo., Went to culinary school for a year in Napa, Cooked and bartended to pay tuition college

Affiliations

Culinary School

Passionate about starter's and yeast based products??????!!!!

Paid my way through school slinging pie's and Bartending, Always wanted to be a chef , They do not get paid enough.

Was a double for one of Hollywood's leading men. Very athletic/professional looking. This is my time to have a positive experience hopefully mentor some young minds . But I am always there for staff/customer/product consistency./leader/friend..

Timeline

President And Ceo

Fontaine Marketing Inc.
01.2003 - Current

Pizza Artist/delivery/asst Manager

Mr Gatti's
03.1995 - 02.1997

Manager Mario's Piza

mazios.om
02.1991 - 08.1994

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) In Marketing/Management -

Southwest Texas State

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