Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
Interests
Timeline
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Douglas Fischer

Douglas Fischer

Business Leader
Raleigh,NC

Summary

Dynamic, energized, hands-on leader with a wealth of knowledge and experience in retail store operations, driving exponential revenue growth, and developing talented teams of sales and operational professionals. Navigate fast-paced work environments and actively solve problems to avoid risk to operations. Forge strong relationships with customers and internal team members, improving retention and overall satisfaction. Focus on developing relationships on a personal level with team members, promoting job skills secondary to strengthening personal bonds/relationships.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

President

DAF General Contractors LLC
06.2020 - Current

New Jersey Licensed builder/Contractor Commercial/Residential in all aspects of remodel, renovation, building, and improvements.

We offered full services of all aspects of home improvements, and commercial property management.

**We are a 5 Star rated company on Google Review**

  • Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
  • Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
  • Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
  • Delivered operational excellence by optimizing resources, processes, and overall cost structure.
  • Developed strong partnerships with cross-functional teams for improved collaboration and efficiency.
  • Supported project management team for optimal performance.
  • Built a diverse workforce through targeted recruiting efforts focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.

President/Owner/Operator

Foresight Premier Home Inspections LLC
11.2006 - 2025
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
  • Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.

Store Manager

Lowes Home Improvement
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Strategically led teams that covered sales, operations, leadership development, brand standards, and profits for one of the company’s $40M locations.
  • Key Contributions:
  • Significantly reduced the shrink trend and successfully delivered 14-year historic performance in a top risk area location.
  • Secured recognition as the top performing store in the district for sales and profit margin.
  • Realized a 100% improvement in the customer likelihood to recommend score from 2018 to 2019.
  • Hired, promoted, and developed a high performing leadership team that produced an 8% comp sales growth, and nearly triple digit growth in the store brand and consumer/credit commercial accounts.

Store Manager

Lowes Home Improvement
01.2014 - 01.2018
  • Guided all sales, operations, leadership development, brand standards, and profits in this top performing $80M location.
  • Key Contribution:
  • Recognized as the #1 store ($25M revenue) in specialty sales, profit margin, special orders, and interior/exterior home sales.

Store Manager

Lowes Home Improvement
01.2008 - 01.2014
  • Directly oversaw all sales, operations, leadership development, brand standards, and profitability for a $38M location.
  • Key Contribution:
  • Achieved six consecutive years of exceeding shrink performance targets and five years of exceeding sales, profit margins, and net profit targets.

Home Builder/Home Improvement Expert

Doug Fischer Home Improvements
01.2003 - 01.2007
  • Championed all aspects of home improvement, building, property management, and residential/commercial construction.
  • Key Contributions:
  • Generated a 90%+ close rate on quotes to close ratio. Realized comp growth of 100% over three consecutive years.
  • Strengthened partnerships with customers, delivering solutions on-time and above expectations. Maintained a 95% customer satisfaction rating.

District Manager; Store Manager; Co-Store Manager; Assistant Store Manager; Department Manager

The Home Depot
01.1989 - 01.2003
  • Started as an entry-level associate, working toward a District Manager position in an $800M sales volume area. Recorded 15-years of consistent, sustained record performance in the top locations in the company. Earned multiple awards for leading high-performing teams in the New York/New Jersey Metro Areas.
  • Key Contributions:
  • Established, staffed, and oversaw grand openings of numerous key locations over a 15-year period.
  • Piloted many new key programs that supported the growth, evolution, and continued existence in a challenging “brick & mortar” industry.
  • Recognized by leadership and facilitated guest speaking presentations and panel reviews with the Board of Directors on how successful locations operate. Also discussed current and future challenges for sustainability.

Education

Executive Leadership Certification -

Cornell University

National Home Inspector Certification - undefined

Morris County School of Technology

Human Resources Employment Law Certification - undefined

Radiation Data/Radon Data Technician - undefined

School of Technician Certification

Skills

  • Retail Operations Strategy
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Sales Strategy & Revenue Growth
  • Inventory & Cost Control
  • Driving & Sustaining business results
  • Performance Tracking
  • Advanced Problem-Solving
  • Training & Mentorship Programs
  • Motivational Team Leadership
  • Omni Channel Strategist

Accomplishments

  • 25+ years of record sales,results & leadership development with 2 Fortune 50 Companies, as well as applying the same principals in 2 of my own businesses currently rated Stars on Google reviews.
  • I am a results oriented leader & business owner who has always prided myself in delivering the highest quality results through my employees & self in all that we do.

  • Champion of change in delivering the highest sales & profits in Home Depots 2nd 24 hour store location in the history of the company. I was selected by the CEO of the company to speak in front of the Board of Directors on how we accomplished the success in the company's 2nd 24 hour store in NY/NJ Metro Area. Past President of NJWOA ( New Jersey Wrestling Officials Association). Mentor for Mens & Womens new wrestling officials.
  • Leadership Development Recognition Award-For producing the highest number of leaders for future next level positions out of 1 single store operation.
  • Lead the 2nd Highest Volume Store Sales location in the company with record sales, profits, and operational excellence.
  • Champion of Giving Back-Lead multiple Teams of community service, and non profits, ie; Habitat For Humanity, and community support teams.
  • Top Rated General Contractor in New Jersey
  • Personal Achievements-Father of 4, Top ranked Wrestling Official throughout the USA, Past coach of top ranked NJ State Wrestling Teams, Accomplished ex-motorcycle racer. Volunteer in various community outreach programs.
  • Passionate leader, helping others personally & professionally live their best lives & potential

Affiliations

NCAA Wrestling Official, USA Wrestling Official, NCWOA Member,

Habitat For Humanity , InterNachi(International Association of licensed Home Inspectors.

Certification

InterNachi-( International Association of Licensed Home Inspectors, Licensed NJ Home Inspector, Licensed NJ General Contractor

Languages

English

Interests

  • I am currently a Top Ranked USA Wrestling Official, selected to officiate at the highest levels in multiple states
  • Accomplished ex motorcycle racer
  • Accomplished Coach
  • Outdoorsman, Hunting, fishing ,hiking, and conservationist
  • Love classic cars & restorations
  • Avid motorcycle rider
  • Love Travel & new life experiences
  • Love helping others

Timeline

President

DAF General Contractors LLC
06.2020 - Current

Store Manager

Lowes Home Improvement
01.2018 - 01.2019

Store Manager

Lowes Home Improvement
01.2014 - 01.2018

Store Manager

Lowes Home Improvement
01.2008 - 01.2014

President/Owner/Operator

Foresight Premier Home Inspections LLC
11.2006 - 2025

Home Builder/Home Improvement Expert

Doug Fischer Home Improvements
01.2003 - 01.2007

District Manager; Store Manager; Co-Store Manager; Assistant Store Manager; Department Manager

The Home Depot
01.1989 - 01.2003

National Home Inspector Certification - undefined

Morris County School of Technology

Human Resources Employment Law Certification - undefined

Radiation Data/Radon Data Technician - undefined

School of Technician Certification

Executive Leadership Certification -

Cornell University