David Harrison
Katy,TX
Summary
Dynamic entrepreneur with a proven track record at Naron and Associates, where I grew the company to the 8th largest in Houston, achieving $8 million in annual revenue. Skilled in innovative problem-solving and effective negotiation, I excel in sales and project coordination, driving brand awareness and customer engagement through strategic marketing initiatives.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
IW Print
01.2003 - Current
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
Co-Owner
Westfall Harrison Ink
02.2019 - 01.2023
- This was an expansion of IW Print. I brought in a business partner to help with the creative side of Marketing.
- Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Networked with other businesses and customers to increase sales opportunities and contacts.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired new staff members and developed training materials for employees.
Owner
Naron and Associates
01.1983 - 03.2003
- Start-up Printing company. I owned 15% of company when it started with in 10 years I owned 100%. When we started there were over 2000 printers in Houston, I grew it to be the 8th largest with annual revenues of eight million.
- Managed 125 employees including 12 sales reps.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
University of Houston
Houston, TX01-1983
Skills
- Sales expertise
- Adobe software proficiency
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Print media design
- Project coordination
- Innovative problem solving
- Strong verbal communication
- Effective negotiation techniques
Timeline
Co-Owner
Westfall Harrison Ink
02.2019 - 01.2023
Owner
IW Print
01.2003 - Current
Owner
Naron and Associates
01.1983 - 03.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
University of Houston