Daniel Schools
Keysville,VA
Summary
Motivated Small Business Owner experienced in managing daily operations and driving growth through strategic planning and financial management. Achieved success in generating repeat business by cultivating strong customer relationships and leading high-performing teams. Focused on leveraging technology and communication skills to enhance operational efficiency and stabilize business performance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner
Self Employed Southern Hills Lawn Care
Keysville
04.2009 - Current
- Developed business plans and strategies to grow small business.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote brand awareness and attract customers.
- Supervised company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Developed marketing campaigns to deliver messages to right audience.
- Monitored customer feedback and implemented changes based on their suggestions.
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints to ensure positive service experiences.
- Oversaw financial management, including budgeting and expense tracking.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Established partnerships with other businesses in related industries for mutual benefit.
- Built relationships with vendors to secure quality products at competitive prices.
- Trained and supervised staff to enhance team performance and productivity.
- Trained, coached and mentored employees to facilitate safety and consistent quality of work.
- Advised employees on best practices regarding safety protocols and procedures.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members and customers.
- Identified new technologies that could be used to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations while running the business.
- Managed daily operations and coordinated tasks for smooth business functionality.
Framer and Trim Work
Felker Contracting LLC Class A Contractor
Farmville, Virginia
03.2009 - 12.2011
- Constructed frameworks for residential and commercial buildings with precision.
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate dimensions and specifications.
- Operated tools like saws, nail guns, and levels for efficient framing tasks.
- Assembled and nailed together the framework of studs, headers and sills.
- Constructed wood trusses and rafters according to specifications.
- Installed structural components according to building codes and regulations.
- Measured and cut lumber to specified dimensions using a hand saw, power miter saw, or radial arm saw.
- Fitted, cut and installed wood trim.
- Installed drywall, plasterboard or paneling over interior walls and ceilings.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline project workflows and safety protocols.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety standards.
- Completed tear-down of existing construction to prepare for new construction.
- Removed old framing components from buildings undergoing renovation work.
- Cleaned up job sites upon completion of work by disposing of any unused materials according to municipal regulations.
- Stacked materials neatly at job sites in order to maintain a safe environment free from clutter.
- Checked wood and other materials to assess for damaged or defective items before starting projects to accurately determine projects scales and quotes.
Education
Calvert School
MDSkills
- Lawn care
- Landscaping
- Tree Removal and Trimming
- Pesticide knowledge
- Pesticide control
- Stump Grinding
- Construction
- Framing
- Building Maintenance
- Small Equipment Maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Management Skills
- Training Workers
- Scheduling
- Sales
- Finance Management
- Advertisement
- Community Relations
- Hardworking
Affiliations
- Riding Four Wheelers
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Bowling
- Hiking
- Riding on Boats
- Jet skis
- Riding Motorcycle
Certification
- Driver’s License
- Motorcycle License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Small Business Owner
Self Employed Southern Hills Lawn Care
04.2009 - Current
Framer and Trim Work
Felker Contracting LLC Class A Contractor
03.2009 - 12.2011
Calvert School