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Elias Zarkadoulas

Haymarket ,VA

Summary

Business professional with extensive experience in small business management, driving operational success and customer satisfaction. Reliable and adaptable, excelling in dynamic environments while leveraging strategic planning and resource management skills.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Small Business Owner

Taste of Old Country
09.2014 - Current
  • Delivered yearly revenue surpassing $500,000 through food and retail merchandise sales.
  • Curated top-tier gourmet foods, increasing visibility for brand and products.
  • Designed an artisan bistro offering a specialized Mediterranean-themed menu.
  • Earned top rankings for a bistro business across multiple platforms.
  • Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
  • Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.

Small Business Owner

EmbroidMe
08.2009 - 08.2013
  • Established and managed a $500,000 enterprise delivering embroidery, screen printing services and promotional products.
  • Responsible for expanding sales, marketing and overall business development
  • Managed staff of 6
  • Participated actively in local community events or organizations as a way to give back while expanding brand visibility and credibility.
  • Hired trained, and supervised staff to maintain high levels of productivity and customer satisfaction.
  • Increased revenue by implementing effective marketing strategies and establishing strong customer relationships.

Principle

The ComLogix Group
09.2007 - 01.2009
  • Founder, lead sales and recruiter for IT, Engineering and Cleared positions
  • Increased candidate pool by implementing innovative sourcing strategies and utilizing social media platforms.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and long-term partnerships.
  • Utilized applicant tracking systems effectively, resulting in improved organization and efficiency throughout the recruitment process.
  • Created targeted job advertisements to attract qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.
  • Managed full-cycle recruiting processes, streamlining the hiring process and reducing timetofill.
  • Mentored junior recruiters on best practices for successful candidate sourcing methods and interview techniques.
  • Implemented a comprehensive onboarding program, ensuring new hires were well-prepared for their roles.
  • Negotiated competitive compensation packages to secure top talent in a fast-paced market environment.
  • Conducted thorough interviews to identify top talent, resulting in improved quality of hires.
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
  • Designed, developed, and implemented successful recruitment process to fill more than 30 vacancies at a given time.
  • Met with managers to discuss vacancies, applicant qualifications, and characteristics of top candidates.

Business Development Manager & Recruiting Lead

CC Pace
09.2005 - 10.2006
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decision makers.
  • Staffed positions in IT, Accounting/Finance/Engineering for Fortune 1000 companies
  • Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
  • Developed customized solutions for clients based on a deep understanding of their unique pain points, delivering exceptional value and driving repeat business.
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.

Director of Recruiting & Sales

Hirestrategy
08.2003 - 08.2005
  • Designed, developed, and implemented successful recruitment process to generate over $1.5 million in sales, equating to 10% of the company's revenue as an individual contributor through my team.
  • Filled more than 50 vacancies each year.
  • Collaborated with department heads in developing accurate job descriptions that effectively communicated role expectations and requirements to potential candidates.
  • Led a team of recruiters to successfully fill high-priority positions within tight deadlines, ensuring seamless business operations.
  • Developed strong relationships with hiring managers, aligning talent acquisition strategies with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Implemented a candidate-centric recruitment approach to ensure positive experiences throughout the entire hiring process, ultimately resulting in higher offer acceptance rates.
  • Provided consultation to executive leadership regarding industry trends, competitive landscape, and best practices in talent acquisition.


Education

Bachelor Of Science - Computer Information Systems

North Carolina Wesleyan
Rocky Mount, NC

Skills

  • Vendor relations
  • Business marketing
  • Small business operations
  • Staffing
  • Customer service
  • Sales and Marketing strategies
  • Business development
  • Revenue generation
  • Sales promotion

Timeline

Small Business Owner

Taste of Old Country
09.2014 - Current

Small Business Owner

EmbroidMe
08.2009 - 08.2013

Principle

The ComLogix Group
09.2007 - 01.2009

Business Development Manager & Recruiting Lead

CC Pace
09.2005 - 10.2006

Director of Recruiting & Sales

Hirestrategy
08.2003 - 08.2005

Bachelor Of Science - Computer Information Systems

North Carolina Wesleyan

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