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Gregory Cekay

Miami,FL

Summary

Service-oriented General Manager focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences to drive consistent revenue growth. Coordinates resources to meet expected business and customer demands. Sales expert, organized decision-maker and strategic planner with top-notch customer relationships that currently carry the majority of current business.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Portofino/Brickell Wine Bank
Miami Beach/Miami, FL
03.2014 - Current
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
  • Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
  • Developed team building activities to foster collaboration between departments and create a positive work environment.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
  • Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.

Wine Manager

Total Wine & More
Pinecrest, FL
08.2009 - 06.2011
  • Researched new and upcoming wines, as well as current trends in the industry.
  • Organized monthly tastings to introduce customers to new varieties of wine.
  • Conducted training sessions for staff members on proper pouring techniques and customer service etiquette when dealing with alcoholic beverages.
  • Made wine recommendations with knowledge and confidence of correct wine and food pairings.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Providence College
Providence, RI
05-1998

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Sales
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Multimillion-dollar P&L Management
  • Purchasing
  • Vendor relationships

Accomplishments

Portofino
  • Acquired funding to start new liquor brand, Slainte Irish Whiskey in 2022

Certification

  • Total Wine & More Expert Level Wine Expert in Bordeaux, Burgundy and California
  • Charmer-Sunbelt(Premier Beverage) Level 2 Certified Wine & Spirits Academy

Timeline

General Manager

Portofino/Brickell Wine Bank
03.2014 - Current

Wine Manager

Total Wine & More
08.2009 - 06.2011

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Providence College

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