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H Douglas Thornley

Newark,DE

Summary

Dynamic entrepreneur with a proven track record at Thornley Company, excelling in strategic planning and customer relations. Successfully expanded market presence and increased revenue through innovative marketing strategies and strong relationship building. Adept at financial management and employee development, fostering a high-performing team dedicated to achieving business goals.

Overview

41
years of professional experience

Work History

Thornley Company, Horizon Aromatics, Impact Colors

Owner of Several Related Companies
09.1976 - 05.2017

Job overview

  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
  • Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
  • Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
  • Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
  • Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decisionmaking.
  • Expanded business into new markets, cond
  • Fostered strong relationships with clients to boost retention rates, conducting regular feedback sessions.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans for revenue growth, focusing on diversification and market expansion.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.

Education

University of Delaware
Newark, DE

from Chemistry
05-1975

University Overview

Took Graduate Level Courses in Business Management, Marketing, Accounting, Finance, Communication, and Computer Science

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Strategic planning
  • Business marketing
  • Employee development
  • Marketing
  • Financial management

Timeline

Owner of Several Related Companies

Thornley Company, Horizon Aromatics, Impact Colors
09.1976 - 05.2017

University of Delaware

from Chemistry
H Douglas Thornley