Dorothy Kott
Blairstown,USA
Summary
Ambitious manager/owner/operator that creates strategic alliances with organization leaders to effectively align with and support key business initiatives. Builds and retains high performance teams by hiring, developing and motivating skilled professionals. 16+ years experience developing and building and maintaining a successful business from ground floor to an established and profitable company.
Results-driven executive professional with extensive experience in driving organizational success. Skilled in strategic planning, operational management, and fostering collaborative work environment. Known for reliability and adaptability in achieving business objectives and leading teams.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President
Blair Tile and Design Co., Inc.
Blairstown, New Jersey
01.1996 - Current
- Founder, owner and operator of company. Ground floor business in which I am continuously creating and developing a strong customer base with a loyal following. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to working closely with clients from start to the close of the sale, ordering of products and inventory, maintaining the financials as well as all daily operations. Hiring of employees, training and coaching.
Safety Manager
Super Heat Inc.
Portland, PA
10.2022 - 08.2025
- Developed and implemented safety protocols to enhance workplace compliance.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Trained staff on emergency response procedures and safety equipment usage.
- Collaborated with management to establish safety improvement initiatives.
- Monitored incident reports to analyze trends and recommend corrective actions.
- Led safety meetings, promoting open communication about workplace risks.
- Evaluated safety programs for effectiveness, driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations through systematic oversight and reporting.
- Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
- Developed and implemented safety programs.
- Reduced accident rates through proactive hazard identification, analysis, and mitigation strategies.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Implemented corrective actions following incidents to minimize risks and improve overall safety performance.
- Developed and executed training programs for employees, improving overall safety awareness and compliance.
- Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
- Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
- Facilitated training for 60-70 employees.
AVP/Branch Manager
United Jersey Bank
Dover, New Jersey
01.1986 - 01.1996
- Accountable for assigned locations in New Jersey, which included the Dover, Hackettstown and Jefferson Township areas, including overall customer satisfaction. Job responsibilities include, but were not limited to, all customer service, commercial business development and maintenance of private and commercial portfolios, investments, auditing and branch operations. Created new revenue streams through building business plans, cold calling and follow up with all perspective clients, while continuing to build upon and work closely with existing clients. Managed team of fifteen professionals, training, coaching and motivating. Strengthened company's business by leading implementation of programs which create a bond between me, company, and co-workers.
Education
Marketing and Business Development
Centenary College
Hackettstown, New Jersey, USASkills
- Commercial business development
- Project management
- Leadership/communication skills
- Product development
- Expand business operations to effectively increase profitability
- New product delivery
- Leadership team building
- Operational excellence
- Integrity and ethics
- Employee relations
- Staff training
- Company representation
- Process improvement
- Operations oversight
- Vendor sourcing and negotiations
- Event planning
- Creating and delivering presentations
- Program management
- Environmental awareness
- Risk mitigation
- Remote team management
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality assurance
- Coaching and mentoring
- Relationship and team building
Accomplishments
- Project Management:
- Initiated many business development programs which resulted in increases sales and customer base.
- Human Resources:
- Spearheaded new personal incentive program which not only increased retention, but grew business and loyalties.
- Managed several locations in the banking industry, each time moving forward in size and increased profits.
- Handled all functions related to a banking branch from teller to auditor to Commercial Accounts Officer.
- Staff Development:
- Launched well-received program of professional development courses for all staff.
- Mentored and coached employees resulting in an increase in productivity and profitability.
- Responsible for all functions related to developing, starting and maintaining a retail location.
Certification
Fork lift Train The Trainer
CPR and First Aid Certified
OSHA 30
Timeline
Safety Manager
Super Heat Inc.
10.2022 - 08.2025
President
Blair Tile and Design Co., Inc.
01.1996 - Current
AVP/Branch Manager
United Jersey Bank
01.1986 - 01.1996
Marketing and Business Development
Centenary College