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Eric Larkin

Niskayuna

Summary

Dynamic executive with a proven track record at Loving Buds, LLC, driving business growth through strategic partnerships and operational efficiency. Skilled in organizational management and revenue generation, I foster inclusive cultures and build strong relationships, ensuring teams excel in performance and innovation. Adept at negotiating and resolving conflicts to achieve business objectives.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Executive Officer

Loving Buds, LLC
02.2021 - Current
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Negotiated with suppliers and delivery workers and ordered materials according to forecasted customer demand.

Soccer Coach

Saint Rose College
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Built strong willed characters both on and off the pitch.
  • Coordinated game and practice schedules within rigid training timeframes.
  • Built positive, productive training environments fostering team unity and camaraderie.

Sales Associate

Windsor Jewelers
01.2007 - 12.2017
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.

Education

Associate of Science -

Associate of Science - Business Management

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York (City), NY
12-2009

Skills

  • Business development
  • Organizational management
  • Administrative leadership
  • Operational efficiency
  • Revenue generation

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer

Loving Buds, LLC
02.2021 - Current

Soccer Coach

Saint Rose College
01.2018 - 01.2020

Sales Associate

Windsor Jewelers
01.2007 - 12.2017

Associate of Science -

Associate of Science - Business Management

Fashion Institute of Technology
Eric Larkin