Gavin Barrett
Clarendon Hills,Illinois
Summary
Results-driven CEO with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations. Accomplished Leader well-versed in assessing risk, developing solutions and implementing positive changes to achieve sustainability and growth in challenging market conditions. Adept at building and strengthening business and customer relationships.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO and Founder
Zion 61
03.2015 - Current
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Built a positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement.
Motivational Speaker
Self-employeed
10.2009 - Current
- Drive people through inspired communication that translates into increased self confidence, motivation and a real world sense of commitment that leads to greater productivity.
- Researched material extensively before writing informative speeches.
- Developed multimedia resources including videos and articles supporting key motivational concepts presented during live events for post-event reinforcement.
- Implemented stories and anecdotes into speeches to make information more entertaining.
- Mentored aspiring speakers by providing guidance on developing effective speaking techniques and confidence-building strategies.
- Collaborated with event organizers to develop customized speeches, ensuring seamless integration with event themes and objectives.
Education
MBA - Business Development
The Joseph Business School
Forest Park, IL12.2017
Skills
- Leadership and People Development
- Organizational Management
- Policies and Procedures
- Market strategies
- People and Culture
- Financial Acumen
- Brand Management
- Financial Leadership
Health and Fitness
I was a competitive athlete for most of my life and played every sport imaginable, just for fun. It is part of who I am. I love a great challenge and thrive on finding continual ways of improving myself and my experiences in life.
Timeline
CEO and Founder
Zion 61
03.2015 - Current
Motivational Speaker
Self-employeed
10.2009 - Current
MBA - Business Development
The Joseph Business School
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