Summary
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Education
Skills
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David R. Holt

Novi,MI

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in customer service and lawn maintenance expertise, honed as the owner of Dave Holt Landscaping. Skilled in training and mentoring teams, I successfully developed marketing strategies that significantly increased client engagement and satisfaction. Driven and determined, I excel in building strong customer relations.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer Dishwasher

1st United Methodist Church
2020 - Current
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, promoting a safe environment for kitchen staff.
  • Assisted with food preparation by washing and sanitizing cooking equipment and surfaces.
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.

Lawn Care Business Owner

Dave Holt Landscaping
1974 - Current
  • Managed daily operations of lawn care services, ensuring quality and efficiency in all tasks.
  • Developed and implemented strategic marketing initiatives to increase customer base and service visibility.
  • Cultivated relationships with clients, addressing needs and ensuring satisfaction through regular communication.

Pizza Delivery Driver

Jets Pizza
2020 - 2023
  • Delivered pizzas efficiently while adhering to traffic regulations and safety protocols.
  • Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring correct change and receipt issuance.
  • Maintained vehicle cleanliness and functionality to ensure safe and reliable deliveries.
  • Communicated effectively with customers to confirm orders and resolve issues promptly.

Sales Executive - Owner

MA Packing
1974 - 2019

Owned and operated a mailing package company.

  • Trained and mentored junior sales staff on effective sales techniques and product knowledge.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to improve service delivery and address concerns proactively.

Pizza Delivery Driver

Primo Pizzeria
1977 - 1980
  • Implemented time-saving strategies for route planning, enhancing overall delivery efficiency.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by consistently delivering orders on time and with accuracy.
  • Verified orders prior to completing deliveries to avoid customer complaints.
  • Maintained a clean driving record, ensuring safe and responsible transportation of food items.
  • Processed payments by accepting cash, checks and credit and debit card payments.

Education

No Degree - Business

Detroit Bible College
Detroit, MI

No Degree - Business

Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI

High School Diploma -

Portland Christian Middle & High School
Portland, OR
06-1972

Skills

  • Scheduling and planning
  • Training and mentoring
  • Lawn maintenance expertise
  • Customer service
  • Driven and determined
  • Customer relations

Timeline

Volunteer Dishwasher

1st United Methodist Church
2020 - Current

Lawn Care Business Owner

Dave Holt Landscaping
1974 - Current

Pizza Delivery Driver

Jets Pizza
2020 - 2023

Sales Executive - Owner

MA Packing
1974 - 2019

Pizza Delivery Driver

Primo Pizzeria
1977 - 1980

No Degree - Business

Detroit Bible College

No Degree - Business

Henry Ford College

High School Diploma -

Portland Christian Middle & High School
David R. Holt