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Edson Assis

Pasadena,CA

Summary

Entrepreneur with twenty-one years of experience as a business owner of a luxury/high-end rental vehicle company located in South Florida. I established the business in 1998 after recognizing a need in the market for this type of business. For many years, the company was one of the few companies to provide this exclusive service. Have always focused on consistent, quality customer service and catered to the needs of high-end travelers and worked with the most exclusive hotels and private airports. Prior to opening the company, worked as a hotel concierge and understood the importance of the highest level of service. Determined Business Owner with commitment to excellence and more than 21 years of experience. Effective collaborator promoting growth and continued success. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Chief Executive Officer

Edson Luxury Car Rentals
Miami, Florida
01.1998 - 01.2019
  • Oversight of all operations of high-end luxury and exotic rental car company.
  • Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability
  • Established foundational processes for business operations
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth

Manager

Belmont Luxury Rent A Car
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Belmont Luxury Rent A Car, Opened Palm Beach location and performed/oversight of all day-to-day operations.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members

Concierge

Sheraton Bal Harbour, Les Clefs D’Or Concierge
Bal Harbour, Florida
01.1993 - 01.1996
  • A Les Clefs D’Or Concierge.
  • Facilitated visitor requests for dining and tourist attractions by researching various venues and locales
  • Maintained front desk's concierge book to provide visitors with access to relevant local information
  • Worked closely with guests, some VIP, or celebrity, with high degree of respect for privacy
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease
  • Developed relationships with local businesses to secure discounts and special offers for guests
  • Addressed customer inquiries with timely and professional responses via phone, email and in-person interactions
  • Maintained high level of professionalism and discretion when dealing with guests
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Concierge, Concierge Desk

Rio Palace Hotel
Rio de Janeiro
01.1981 - 01.1993

Lobby concierge.

  • Worked closely with guests, some VIP, or celebrity, with high degree of respect for privacy
  • Facilitated visitor requests for dining and tourist attractions by researching various venues and locales
  • Assisted guests with variety of services and local attraction information
  • Scheduled and confirmed restaurant reservations for guests
  • Contacted previous guests and potential visitors via email with information on events and hotel to build clientele base
  • Utilized variety of organizational and communication skills to drive guest satisfaction
  • Supported local sports teams, museums, restaurants, and other tourist-oriented spots by promoting events to hotel guests
  • Handled customer complaints to satisfy and retain guests
  • Upheld hotel policies and procedures by providing high level of customer service

Education

Business Administration

Universidade Estacio De Sa - Rio De Janeiro
01.1977 - 01.1981

Skills

Operational Leadership

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Timeline

Chief Executive Officer

Edson Luxury Car Rentals
01.1998 - 01.2019

Manager

Belmont Luxury Rent A Car
01.1996 - 01.1998

Concierge

Sheraton Bal Harbour, Les Clefs D’Or Concierge
01.1993 - 01.1996

Concierge, Concierge Desk

Rio Palace Hotel
01.1981 - 01.1993

Business Administration

Universidade Estacio De Sa - Rio De Janeiro
01.1977 - 01.1981
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