Jack Ries
Galena,IL
Summary
Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales duties. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed business goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Seymour Snow Services
Galena, IL
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
Owner
AJ Vending
Galena , IL
07.2024 - Current
- Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to business operations.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Managed sales presentations to promote product and brand benefits.
Server
Big Bills
Galena, IL
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law or company policy.
Host
Log Cabin Steakhouse
Galena, IL
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed incoming calls during busy shifts.
- Assisted other departments when needed such as bussing tables or delivering food orders.
- Maintained cleanliness of lobby area, including wiping down tables and chairs.
- Resolved conflicts between customers when necessary.
- Greeted guests upon arrival and provided them with menus.
- Contributed to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
- Answered telephone to provide dining information and take reservations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Galena High School
Galena, IL05-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Finance
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSkills
- Business Management
- Negotiation
- Business Development
- Sales Leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Bidding processes
- Marketing
Accomplishments
- I was awarded with leadership and outstanding work ethic awards in both high school football and wrestling.
- Honor roll all four years of high school.
References
Head football coach- Ed Freed, 563-845-8669
Log Cabin Steak House boss- Dino Rigopoulos 815-739-6319
Client from Seymour Snow Services- Gus Nack 563-239-0684
Timeline
Owner
AJ Vending
07.2024 - Current
Owner
Seymour Snow Services
10.2022 - 04.2024
Server
Big Bills
09.2022 - 08.2024
Host
Log Cabin Steakhouse
02.2022 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Galena High School
Some College (No Degree) - Finance
Purdue University