David Bradley Catron
1801 Las Tunas
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record as Owner of a Licensed Painting Contractor and Facilities Manager at El Montecito Presbyterian Church. Expert in project management and employee development, I excel in optimizing operations and enhancing client relations, driving significant improvements in service quality and cost reduction. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs, and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Self-Emplyed
Licensed Painting Contractor
01.1993 - 02.2026
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Facilities Manager
El Montecito Presbyterian Church
11.2021 - 10.2025
- Performed start-up functions on systems based on project plans, specifications and contract documents.
- Accounted for building usage and organizational needs when planning maintenance activities.
- Analyzed building control and HVAC system performance and recommended improvements.
- Optimized expenditure to adhere to financial limits.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
Education
School of Public And Environmental Affairs
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana, INAssociate of Science - General Studies
Vincennes University
Vincennes, Indiana, IN05.1984
Skills
Marketing tactics
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Business planning
- Hiring and staffing
- Verbal and written communication
- Supply chain optimization
- Team oversight
- Staff hiring
- Human resources
- Cost reduction
- Consulting
- Quality management systems
- Bidding processes
- Human resource management
- Operations management
- Relationship building
- Labor relations
- Project estimating
- Crisis management
- Process optimization
- Business administration
- Contract management
- Negotiation
- Small business operations
- Design coordination
- Sales leadership
- Client service
- Administrative oversight
- Key partnership cultivation
Social media control
Team oversight
Business development
Project management
Employee development
Contract negotiation expertise
Verbal and written communication
Design coordination
Strategic planning
Hiring and staffing
Human resource management
Cash flow optimization
Crisis management
Talent development
Relationship building
Human resources
Program creation and implementation
Administrative oversight
Strategic project planning
Key partnership cultivation
Supply chain optimization
Life cycle project management
Negotiation
Consulting
Bidding processes
Operations management
Service quality assurance
Client service
Contract management
Customer relations
Cost reduction
Small business operations
Certification
California Real Estate License
Lead abatement certificate
Timeline
Facilities Manager
El Montecito Presbyterian Church
11.2021 - 10.2025
Owner/Self-Emplyed
Licensed Painting Contractor
01.1993 - 02.2026
School of Public And Environmental Affairs
Indiana University, Bloomington
Associate of Science - General Studies
Vincennes University