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Overview
Work History
Education
Timeline
AssistantManager

ERNEST MASHEKE

New Rochelle,NY

Summary

· Account Management
· Budgeting and Cost Control
· Business Development
· Communications Strategy
· Corporate Strategy and Development
· Cost Reduction
· Financial Management
· Real Estate Property management
· HRIS
· Human Resources Management
· Leadership and People Development
· Marketing Operations/Research/Strategy
· Operations Management
· People and Performance Management
· Procurement
· Profit and Loss
· Recruiting and Hiring
· Relationship Management
· Risk and Mitigation Analysis
· Strategic Planning
· Trend Research
· Vendor Partnerships


Computer skills:

Word processing, Web tools, Microsoft office and iWork, social media, Google workplace, accounting and enterprise systems, Hardware skills.



Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner/Operator

MASH CIGARS
01.2018 - Current
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Manage partnerships and strategic relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Build productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic objectives.
  • Oversee financial decisions and supervise spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
  • Identify new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
  • Analyze and track business metrics. Make appropriate adjustments to meet supply and demand needs.
  • Negotiate with suppliers and delivery workers. Order materials according to forecasted customer demand.
  • Develop key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Procure and coordinate new resources to achieve sales targets within optimal timeframes.
  • Negotiate terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence.
  • Managed financial, operational, and human resources.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and strategic partners.
  • Collaborate with legal, accounting, and other professional teams to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities.
  • Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
  • Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.

Real Estate Professional

Douglas Elliman
01.2011 - 01.2019

Douglas Elliman - Real Estate Professional New York, NY

  • Managed properties for building owners in New York.
  • Worked closely New York City housing Agencies and department of state.
  • Knowledge of New York City residential and commercial real estate codes.
  • Advertised client properties through websites, social media, and real estate guides.
  • Conducted comprehensive market analysis to identify opportunities for investors.
  • Developed and maintained list of available properties suited to different needs and budgets.
  • Developed and presented proposals to clients to raise awareness of potential real estate investments.
  • Informed home buyer of sales, construction, and warranty processes.
  • Advertised client properties through websites, social media, and real estate guides
  • Advised clients on market conditions and property value for informed decision-making.
  • Conducted comprehensive market analysis to identify opportunities for investors.
  • Developed and maintained list of available properties suited to different needs and budgets.
  • Developed and presented proposals to clients to raise awareness of potential real estate investments.
  • Informed home buyer of sales, construction, and warranty processes.
  • Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Managed over 50 customers calls per day and increased sales in company.
  • Marketed and sold property for clients by hosting open houses and advertising online and in print.
  • Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
  • Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
  • Reviewed market research data and changed sales plans accordingly.
  • Sold high volume of properties in short timeframes to exceed quotas and maximize business revenue.
  • Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.

Human Resources Manager/Resident Manager

Taconic Innovations
01.2008 - 11.2015
  • Taconic Innovations - Human Resources Manager/Resident Manager NY, NY 1/2008-11/2015
  • · Recipient of recipient of Chief Executive Officer Director of Excellency's award
  • · Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
  • Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
  • · Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
  • · Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
  • · Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
  • · Devised recruitment policies.
  • · Diversity hiring of and recruitment policies for over 300 employees.
  • · Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
  • · Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
  • · Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
  • · Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
  • · Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
  • · Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
  • · Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
  • · Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
  • · Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback
  • · Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
  • · Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
  • · Recruited top talent.

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
01.2016

Timeline

Business Owner/Operator

MASH CIGARS
01.2018 - Current

Real Estate Professional

Douglas Elliman
01.2011 - 01.2019

Human Resources Manager/Resident Manager

Taconic Innovations
01.2008 - 11.2015

MBA - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Phoenix
ERNEST MASHEKE