Geoffrey Abrams
Decatur,AL
Summary
Experienced finance professional with proven track record of providing financial analysis, portfolio management, and research support to senior-level executives. Proficient in financial modeling, valuation techniques, corporate finance, and financial statement analysis. Driven by a passion for financial markets, seeking to apply expertise in developing and optimizing investment strategies.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Regional Business Manager
Adams Outdoor Advertising
Beaufort, South Carolina
05.2017 - 01.2026
- Initially hired as Business Manager for one Market; elevated to Regional Business Manager overseeing five Markets in Carolinas after one year, managing $75 million of total company Gross Revenue
- Operated as Human Resources Liaison to corporate office, coordinating hiring and training initiatives.
- Managed comprehensive oversight of company policies and guidelines for each assigned market.
- Presented analytics and variance analysis for monthly P&L statements; evaluated trends and suggested strategies for General Managers.
- Supervised scheduling and accounting teams, leading a group of 10 direct reports.
- Developed comprehensive proformas for M&A, including asset acquisitions and new builds with an emphasis on feasibility analysis.
- Assess effectiveness of M&A strategies and new building efforts
- Organized comprehensive records regarding regional sales activity, including budgets, forecasts, and reports.
- Investigated market patterns and competitor information to reveal potential growth avenues.
- Facilitated vendor negotiations resulting in improved pricing on essential products and services for region.
- Collaborated with stakeholders across multiple departments to develop comprehensive solutions that met business objectives.
- Identified process improvements that resulted in increased efficiency throughout the organization.
- Analyzed monthly financial performance of region, pinpointing areas for enhancement and proposing corrective action plans when needed.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that improved customer experience.
- Provided leadership during times of transition or change, ensuring smooth transitions between projects.
- Addressed and resolved client or customer inquiries to foster superior standards of service.
- Identified operational process inefficiencies to recommend necessary improvements.
- Implemented revenue strategies through statistical analysis.
Lead Genius
Apple Inc.
09.2012 - 05.2017
- Revitalized Genius Team, achieving recognition among top 10 Genius Bars globally out of 446 locations.
- Enhanced customer service feedback through targeted improvements in team performance.
- Boosted repair and response efficiency by 30% through streamlined processes.
- Directed daily operations to maintain high-performance standards.
- Facilitated comprehensive training on Apple Training Guidelines for all team members.
- Achieved significant increases in metrics measured by Apple Inc. at Genius Bar Bridgestreet within first year.
- Bridged interdepartmental gaps to improve collaboration and service delivery.
VP Of Operations
Bryson & Associates
01.2011 - 05.2017
- Created international museum and educational facility featuring space-themed camps aligned with Chinese space initiatives.
Oversaw design of facility components, including simulations, housing, food services, and retail operations.
Managed staffing requirements to ensure operational efficiency and quality service delivery.
Performed in-depth financial analysis assessing project costs and ROI metrics.
Director of Exhibits and Financial Analysis
U.S. Space & Rocket Center
01.2008 - 09.2011
- Effectively managed US Space & Rocket Center budget of $26million
- Created Traveling Exhibit Department by researching, negotiating, acquiring and implementing a new non-traditional revenue stream, which produced over $5million in 10 weeks, winning US Space & Rocket Center "Alabama Event of the Year" for 2010
- Directed US Space Camp and Space & Rocket Center daily operations, which included facility loading of up to 4000 patrons per day
- Assigned to Tiger Team tasked with researching, testing and implementing a new POS and Accounting system for total Space Center conversion, integration led to, elimination of multiple systems gaining increased efficiency and cost reductions
- Responsible for designing, training and hiring for US Space Camp and US Space & Rocket Center Museum Staff; effective managed more than 200+ staff members
- Supervised the planning and development of new programs for long range goals, with all outcomes lending to increased revenue and brand awareness
- Implemented Financial / Budget Analysis Department, responsible for all Financial analysis of the organization. These included, but we're not limited to: 1. Analyzing historical trends and performing financial evaluations to determine viability of present and future endeavors 2. Sales Analysis 3. Labor Expense Analysis 4. Marketing Effectiveness 5. Project ROI's 6. Budget Analysis 7. Budget Preparation & Review 8. Cost Analysis 9. Cost Control 10. Cost Scheduling 11. Customer Contribution Analysis 12. Product Analysis 13. Decision Support 14. Ad Hoc Reporting
- Assigned to Executive Management Team responsible for all Financial decisions within US Space & Rocket Center
- Skilled in Business Development, was instrumental in acquiring funding donations to implement Traveling Exhibit Department
- Researched and acquired new blockbuster exhibits to display at Space Center
- Proficient in Contract Negotiations
- Hiring and Termination capabilities
- 2010 "Employee of the Year"
- Obtained 15 years of "Exceeding Expectations" on Performance Reviews
Logistics and Planning Manager
U.S. Space & Rocket Center
02.1996 - 03.2000
- Created Logistics Department for US Space Camp, optimizing daily operating procedures for better resource efficiency.
Significantly decreased variable and direct costs while ensuring excellent patron experience.
Enhanced operational workflows to achieve labor cost reductions effectively. - Developed and executed comprehensive program schedules for US Space Camp and associated programs.
- Oversaw all transportation operations at Space Center to ensure timely arrivals and departures.
- Managed all program materials necessary for camp operations, facilitating renegotiation of operational tools that resulted in considerable cost savings.
- Managed contract negotiations with all area hotel chains for patron housing.
- Appointed to International Business Team, tasked with establishing Space Camps in Dubai, Northern Africa, India, and South Korea; these projects yielded yearly residual income for US Space & Rocket Center.
- Designed and supervised all departmental budgets.
- Employee onboarding and offboarding tasks
Space Camp Operations Manager
U.S. Space & Rocket Center
02.1996 - 03.2000
- Responsible for all Space Camp operations.
- Developed and implemented all program curriculum.
- Directed recruitment and training processes for all Space Camp personnel.
- Established and followed comprehensive departmental budgets and expense protocols.
- Established and launched cutting-edge educational programs producing unmatched revenue streams.
Education
Masters of Business Administration -
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL12.2021
BSBA - Business Administration
University of Alabama At Huntsville
Huntsville, AL05.2004
Foreign Studies Program - History
American University of Paris
Paris, France06.1993
Bachelor of Science -
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OHSkills
- Executive leadership
- Team building
- Operational management
- Program development and implementation
- Budget analysis and management
- Contract negotiation
- Logistics and supply chain management
- Resource efficiency
- Cost reduction and savings
- Transportation operations
- Program materials management
- International business development
- Hiring and termination processes
- Program operations management
- Curriculum development and staff training
- Expense and revenue management
- Computer applications proficiency
- Apple certified technician skills
- Profit and loss oversight
- Business analysis and analytical skills
- Project planning and execution
- Museum and camp operations
References
- Ben Armitage, Adam's Outdoor Advertising, General Manager, (843) 814-3250, barmitage@adamsoutdoor.com
- Ralph Bryson, President of Bryson Associates, prior Executive VP of US Space & Rocket Center, 256.289.0953
- John Turner, Manager Apple Bridgestreet (Former), (615) 500-9531
- Greg Sanford, Theater Director, McWane Science Center, 256.683.0844
Volunteer Experience
Assistant Scout Master, Boy Scouts of America, Madison, AL
Awards
- Eagle Scout
- Order of the Arrow (Brotherhood Member)
- Connect Huntsville Leadership Class 4
- NAUI Rescue Diver
- Student Pilot
Operating Systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- Sage
- Tableau
- AdManager
Timeline
Senior Regional Business Manager
Adams Outdoor Advertising
05.2017 - 01.2026
Lead Genius
Apple Inc.
09.2012 - 05.2017
VP Of Operations
Bryson & Associates
01.2011 - 05.2017
Director of Exhibits and Financial Analysis
U.S. Space & Rocket Center
01.2008 - 09.2011
Logistics and Planning Manager
U.S. Space & Rocket Center
02.1996 - 03.2000
Space Camp Operations Manager
U.S. Space & Rocket Center
02.1996 - 03.2000
Masters of Business Administration -
University of North Alabama
BSBA - Business Administration
University of Alabama At Huntsville
Foreign Studies Program - History
American University of Paris
Bachelor of Science -
University of Cincinnati