Danny Atkins

• Oversaw all aspects of production and manufacturing, including fabrication, engineering, outsourcing, graphic production, purchasing, receiving, warehousing, and logistics at the Smyrna facility.
• Transformed operations, expanding team from 12 to over 40 while maintaining employee-centric approach.
• Implemented reporting structure to cultivate leadership skills within the team for sustained success.
• Increased overall output and efficiency by up to 50% year-over-year for the first 24 months.
• Created a positive work environment, promoting productivity and employee satisfaction.
• Elevated operational performance, enabling company growth of over 25% year-over-year.
• Evaluated employee job performance, providing guidance for improvement when needed.
• Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
• Managed annual budgets of over $12 million, including $2.5 million in salaries.

• Executed over $6M in projects within first year, including two of largest projects in company history.
• Expanded vendor network capacity, resulting in reduced costs and enhanced profitability.
• Led Nashville branch to grow offerings throughout greater Southeastern United States.
• Managed various roles including sales, business development, estimating, finance, procurement, engineering, and project management.
• Established strong connections to drive business development and operational success.
• Streamlined project execution processes to improve efficiency and delivery timelines.

• Led global projects from concept to final installation across multiple offices.
• Ensured highest quality production while managing time and budget for profitability.
• Delivered projects on time, maintaining quality standards within estimated budgets.
• Communicated issues impacting financial outcomes to executive team promptly.
• Directed all aspects of fabrication and delivery, including design, engineering, and logistics.
• Managed production and maintenance of rental properties in company facility.
• Facilitated efficient process flow within departments to align team objectives.
• Estimated project costs accurately, capturing and communicating change orders promptly.

• Oversaw fabrication projects to guarantee high-quality products within estimated hours.
• Led teams of two to twenty carpenters and apprentices based on project scope.
• Mentored new talent to foster continuous organizational growth.
• Traveled nationwide to manage installation and dismantling of displays produced in facility.

• Executed fabrication projects for teams across multiple offices nationwide, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Managed time and budget effectively to achieve profitable results on all projects.
• Oversaw new fabrication initiatives, rental property fulfillment, and graphic production for largest client.
• Delivered multiple events under budget and within established timelines.
• Involved in complete fabrication process from concept to installation and dismantling.
• Directed production and maintenance of new and existing rental properties housed in facility.
• Monitored project progress and enforced deadlines across various departments.
• Drafted action plans and led executive meetings to review project statuses and propose changes.

• Completed apprenticeship program and advanced to shop foreman position.
• Managed multiple fabrication projects, utilizing diverse materials and processes.
• Prepared, inspected, and maintained all rental properties for over 100 IBM events annually.

Executed diverse commercial and industrial construction projects as a union carpenter.

Completed UBC Apprenticeship Program in 2010 with extensive on-the-job and classroom training.

• Achieved OSHA certification in scaffold erection, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Gained expertise in interior systems, concrete formwork, and acoustical ceiling installation.
• Performed residential construction tasks, including blueprint reading and construction layout.
• Operated CNC router table for precision millwork and exhibit fabrication projects.
• Installed various flooring types, including carpet, hardwood, engineered, vinyl, and linoleum.
• Maintained OSHA 10, OSHA 30, First Aid, and CPR certifications for workplace safety.