Derek Krauss
Markham,ONTARIO
Summary
Dynamic small business owner with extensive experience at Sibra Kitchens, excelling in customer relations and relationship building. Proven ability to design and install custom cabinetry while ensuring exceptional service. Skilled in woodworking and effective communication, fostering strong client trust and repeat business through proactive problem-solving and attention to detail.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner of Sibra Kitchens
Self Employed
01.2005 - Current
- Was responsible for every aspect of owning a business, which included, but not limited to, Developing a relationship and trust with clients, designing Kitchens( and bars, bathrooms, entertainment centres, fireplace surrounds, and more), all sales, ordering, coordinating necessary trades, and all installations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Built cabinets and custom items.
Kitchen Installer
Sibra Kitchens
11.2003 - 01.2005
- Worked closely with other tradespeople on-site like plumbers or electricians to ensure a smooth and efficient installation process.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally throughout the installation process.
- Proactively identified potential issues during the planning phase, implementing preventative measures to avoid complications during installations.
Teacher
Toronto District School Board
09.1989 - 11.2003
- Was responsible for the swimming/first aid aspect of the students physical education mark.
- Taught classes from junior kindergarten to grade 8.
- Taught interpersonal relationship classes for the first and last 20 minutes of each day. Which included health and sex-ed, study habits, guidance, and how to effectively communicate with others to a mixture of the grade 7 and 8 students from different classes.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Ontario Academic Credit Honours Degree. - Music And Physical Education
Danforth Technical School.
Toronto, Ontario.06-1990
Skills
- Kitchen installation
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Woodworking
- Plumbing
- Electrical work
Affiliations
- NKBA
Languages
English
French
Elementary
Interests
I grew up as an athlete and musician, and my passion for these are still an important part of my personal life
I play golf, softball, and I ski currently
Avid woodworker
Cooking
Timeline
Owner of Sibra Kitchens
Self Employed
01.2005 - Current
Kitchen Installer
Sibra Kitchens
11.2003 - 01.2005
Teacher
Toronto District School Board
09.1989 - 11.2003
Ontario Academic Credit Honours Degree. - Music And Physical Education
Danforth Technical School.
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