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EDGAR RUIZ

EDGAR RUIZ

Laredo,TX

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Results-oriented professional with strong business background. Skilled in overseeing financial, operational, marketing and customer service areas. Proven abilities in launching and growing successful businesses.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Company Owner

BTK LOGISTICS
08.2019 - Current
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
  • Create and Design a Logistic strategy to our customers, Like door to door including, Transportation, forwarding service and customs broker to Mexico or USA.
  • Developed a 3PL & 4PL system
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
  • Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Entered shipping information into the computer system and estimated freight and postal rates.
  • Hired, trained, and managed staff to cultivate productive and efficient workforce.
  • Manage 10+ employees by supervising daily tasks.

Business Owner

Business Coach And Solutions Llc
03.2015 - Current
  • Established and maintained quality control standards.
  • Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
  • Assisted clients with developing and maintaining capital plan to sufficiently meet development and remodel obligations.
  • Developed and executed performance management programs to increase employee engagement and productivity.
  • Coordinated business and financial health reviews to discuss business performance and new opportunities and provide benchmarking data and insights.
  • Monitored and analyzed clients' progress, results and overall satisfaction to implement process improvement initiatives.
  • Trained and mentored new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
  • Wrote contracts for company employees, working towards satisfactory agreement between executives, employees and personal goals.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.

Owner/Operator

International Martial Arts Inc
04.2013 - Current
  • Taught both core principles and fighting techniques to students of all levels.
  • Provided feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
  • Provided feedback and corrections to improve students' skills and techniques.
  • Assisted with sparring and contact exercises to pair students of similar rank, size, and age.
  • Encouraged physical fitness to encourage students to maintain healthy lifestyles.
  • Developed interactive and dynamic class structure and format to keep students engaged and motivated.
  • Worked with fellow teachers to devise and implement support plans to help students excel.
  • Managed dojo business by overseeing finances, scheduling and maintaining equipment.
  • Communicated with parents to keep families informed of student progress and address concerns.
  • Imparted key etiquette points, discipline, and respect.
  • Helped students meet course goals by establishing clear objectives for lessons, units and projects.

Senior Business Consultant

GAF Forwarding
10.2021 - 04.2023
  • Designed and implemented risk management system to identify and mitigate potential risks.
  • Evaluated situations and delivered targeted solutions using various tools and resources.
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
  • Analyzed and interpreted data to determine any problems or areas that need improvement.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.

Education

MBA - International Business

Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX
12.2019

MBA - Business Management

Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX
05.2018

BBA - Business Administration Concentration in Marketing

Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX
12.2015

Associate of Arts - Import Export

Laredo College
Laredo, TX
05.2008

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Laredo College
Laredo, TX
05.2007

Skills

  • Business Growth Initiatives
  • Oversee Administrative Functions
  • Management Training
  • Budget Controls
  • Inventory Tracking and Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Recruiting and Training
  • Strategize Business Plans
  • Business Growth
  • Human Resource Management
  • Finance and Accounting Oversight
  • Financial Administration
  • Hiring Procedures
  • Business Planning
  • Marketing and Advertising
  • Business-to-Business Sales
  • Finance Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Human Resources Oversight

Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of Cummins and Allison Transmission Project.
  • Achieved Business Structure by completing Business Development with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Supervised team of 10+ staff members.

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt 2021 Laredo College Online Course-Training 80 hours Certification

  • OSHA Certification 2020 Online course and training Training course in construction and general Industry

  • OSHA Authorized Trainer HAZMAT-HAZCOM 2020 Online course-Training (Authorized Trainer) Training course about Hazardous materials Training course in Hazmat Communication Process

  • NCBFAA Educational Institute TAMIU 2019 Certificate of Export Fundamentals Course taken during my 2nd MBA in International Business

  • Certificate of attendance to the Jr. Wushu World Games 2018 USA Team Jr. Team Coach

  • Certificate in International Studies TAMIU 2015 Certification taken during My Bachelors

  • Certificate of attendance to the 13th Wushu World Games 2015 Member of the USA WUSHU TEAM (60 KG) Fighter Jakarta Indonesia


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary

Additional Information

ATHELTIC AWARDS WUSHU-SANDA


  • Multiple Championship in Mexico (Chang Quan- Jian Shu- Qiang Shu) 2006-2012
  • Wushu World Games Canada (Mexico Wushu Team) 2009
  • Pan-American Championship Argentina (Mexico Wushu Team) 2010
  • Wushu World Games Shanghai 2nd place (USA CHIN WOO Team 2010
  • Pan-American Championship 2012 1st Place (Mexico Team) 2012
  • USA TEAM (Sanda Team) USAWKF 2013
  • Pan-American Wushu Championship (Costa Rica) USA Sanda Team 2014
  • Shichahai Beijing Intern Sanda Competition 60 kg. 4th Place 2015
  • Wushu World Championship Indonesia (USA Sanda Team 60Kg.) 2015
  • USA Traditional Championship China (2 gold Medal) 2016
  • Wushu World Traditional Games 2 Bronze Medals (USA Team) 2017
  • Pan-American Wushu Games Argentina (USA Team 60 kg. Absent) 2018
  • Wushu World Championship USA TEAM Coach Shanghai China 2019



REFERENCES

  • Samuel Montalvo, Ph.D., CSCS,*D College of Health Science Room 454 UTEP 500 W University Ave., El Paso, TX 79936 smontalvo@utep.edu; (915) 504-3980
  • Jorge A. Dimas Advising and Transfer Coordinator Laredo College 956.794.4135 e-mail: jorge.dimas@laredo.edu.
  • Gilberto Salinas, PhD. Managing Partner, Mars Hill Institute, PLLC 7220A Bob Bullock Loop, Ste. 312 Laredo, TX 78041

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Quote

“Attack is the secret of defense; defense is the planning of an attack.”
― Sun Tzu, The Art of War

Timeline

Senior Business Consultant

GAF Forwarding
10.2021 - 04.2023

Company Owner

BTK LOGISTICS
08.2019 - Current

Business Owner

Business Coach And Solutions Llc
03.2015 - Current

Owner/Operator

International Martial Arts Inc
04.2013 - Current

MBA - International Business

Texas A&M International University

MBA - Business Management

Texas A&M International University

BBA - Business Administration Concentration in Marketing

Texas A&M International University

Associate of Arts - Import Export

Laredo College

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Laredo College
EDGAR RUIZ