Gerald Cohen
West Palm Beach
Summary
Dynamic business leader with extensive experience in operations management, budget development, and employee training. Proven track record of enhancing profitability through effective sales strategies and strong customer relationship management. Hired hundreds of employees over the years and employing over 150 people.
Overview
62
62
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Atlantic Stainless Co., Inc.
North Attleboro
04.1983 - Current
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
- Developed business plan and budget to maximize profitability.
- Oversaw hiring process for new employees, from recruiting to onboarding training.
General Manager
Charles J. Whelden Company
Providence
06.1975 - 05.1987
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and resource allocation.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Purchased 50% of the company after two years and the balance of the company two years later.
Owner
J C Metals Company
Sharon
06.1974 - 06.1975
- Managed daily operations of a one-person company.
- Purchased and sold various types of metals from scrap metal dealers and sold them to distributors or end users.
- Preformed all aspects of accounting including accounts payable and receivable.
Research Assistant
Bio-Research Institute
Cambridge
09.1964 - 05.1974
- Maintained a database of all research activities conducted during the course of each project.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing research findings.
- Managed inventory of research materials and ordered supplies as needed.
- Morphed into head of the research lab overseeing research procedures and analyzing data.
- Prepared and filed grant applications for ongoing both cancer and muscular dystrophy research.
Education
Master of Science - Biology
Boston University
Boston, MA05-1967
High School Diploma -
Sharon High Scholl
Sharon, MA06-1963
Skills
- Business management
- Budget development
- Inventory control
- Employee training
- Sales strategy
- Customer relationship management
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Atlantic Stainless Co., Inc.
04.1983 - Current
General Manager
Charles J. Whelden Company
06.1975 - 05.1987
Owner
J C Metals Company
06.1974 - 06.1975
Research Assistant
Bio-Research Institute
09.1964 - 05.1974
Master of Science - Biology
Boston University
High School Diploma -
Sharon High Scholl