James Giczewski

Owner

Design Scapes, Inc.

01.1991 - 08.2016

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.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
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.
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
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.
Led negotiations for major contracts, securing favorable terms that significantly reduced costs.
Improved team productivity by introducing innovative project management tools and techniques.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.