Dylan Doherty
Palm Coast,Florida
Summary
Dynamic executive with a proven track record at Utility Specialists of America, driving organizational growth through strategic planning and operational efficiency. Skilled in financial management and staff leadership, I foster high-performing teams and implement innovative solutions, resulting in significant revenue increases and enhanced market presence.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
Utility Specialists of America
Ormond Beach, FL
12.2022 - Current
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance organizational growth and market presence.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
- Fostered relationships to strengthen collaboration and partnerships.
- Guided teams in aligning project goals with company vision and mission.
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance team skills and support professional development.
- Analyzed industry trends to inform decision-making and strategy development.
Managing Partner
Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
Various
04.2020 - 06.2023
- Directed operational strategies to enhance business growth and profitability.
- Managed cross-functional teams to optimize project delivery and ensure alignment with company objectives.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to streamline operations and reduce costs.
- Oversaw client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention through effective communication.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities and drive strategic initiatives.
- Established and implemented business procedures and process improvements.
- Mentored junior staff members, resulting in a more cohesive team and increased overall performance.
- Oversaw financial management of the firm, including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
- Developed comprehensive business plans that led to significant revenue growth and expansion opportunities.
- Audited kitchen and front of house to guarantee cost-effectiveness of restaurant.
- Implemented innovative solutions to challenges faced by the restaurant, ensuring its competitive edge in the market.
- Optimized supply chain operations, ensuring timely delivery of products and minimizing costs through effective vendor negotiations.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Managing Partner
Orange County Brewers
Lake Mary, FL
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Established performance metrics for staff, fostering accountability and driving continuous improvement.
- Mentored junior team members, promoting professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Negotiated high-value contracts with clients, securing profitable partnerships for the company.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Manager
Outback Steakhouse
Daytona Beach, FL
06.1996 - 04.2017
- Led cross-functional teams to develop strategic initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and team collaboration.
- Streamlined project management processes, improving workflow accuracy and reducing project delivery timelines.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Implemented performance metrics to evaluate team effectiveness, driving accountability and achieving key business objectives.
- Training Manager
- Bar Manager
- Inventory, P&L, Scheduling
Crew Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
Various
05.1990 - 05.1996
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and efficient workflow management.
- Trained and mentored team members on operational best practices and equipment usage.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing productivity and reducing downtime across tasks.
- Managed inventory control, optimizing stock levels and minimizing waste through effective tracking systems.
- Deny Flight
- Dessert Storm
- Deliberate Force
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Global Business Management
UCF
Orlando, FL05-2007
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL05-2005
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL12-2003
Skills
- Organizational leadership
- Executive leadership
- Risk management
- Staff management
- Organizational growth
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Ethical leadership
- Administrative leadership
- Business administration
- Public relations
- Operational efficiency
- Financial management
- Operations management
- Operational oversight
- Business planning
- Budget planning
- Human resources management
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
Utility Specialists of America
12.2022 - Current
Managing Partner
Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
04.2020 - 06.2023
Managing Partner
Orange County Brewers
03.2017 - 03.2020
Manager
Outback Steakhouse
06.1996 - 04.2017
Crew Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
05.1990 - 05.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Global Business Management
UCF
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Daytona State College
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
Daytona State College