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James Mann

Naples,FL

Summary

Entrepreneurial professional offering progressive experience in operations leadership. Skilled at identifying and implementing process improvements to drive efficiency and productivity. Motivating leader with proven success managing cross-functional teams. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

COO

239 Presents LLC
Naples, Florida
01.2024 - Current
  • Implemented strategies to enhance team collaboration and communication.
  • Oversaw budget management, aligning expenses with project goals.
  • Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for operational improvement.
  • Supervised the executive team, providing guidance on operational decisions.
  • Built relationships with industry leaders both internally and externally to create new opportunities for growth.

Food & Beverage Director

Paradise Coast Sports Complex
Naples, Florida
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Secured necessary supplies and services through effective vendor collaboration.
  • Designed detailed event plans outlining timelines, budgets, staffing requirements, and objectives.
  • Oversaw all event phases from conception to completion, ensuring smooth execution.
  • Developed all beverage programs for the entire facility which consisted of five bars and multiple pop-up beverage stations
  • Organized post-event evaluations to collect feedback for future improvements.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors while managing relationships throughout the process.
  • Led cross-departmental meetings to align service goals with overall business objectives.

CEO

Paradise Food Group LLC
Naples, Florida
01.2015 - 12.2021
  • Formulated strategic plans to drive company growth and innovation.
  • Analyzed market trends to guide business direction and decision-making.
  • Oversaw financial operations, ensuring sustainable profitability and fiscal health.
  • Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed employees across all organizational levels.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing competitive pricing for goods and services.
  • Directed executive team members to ensure timely project execution.
  • Created long-range business growth plans, resulting in increased annual sales.

Managing Partner

Pelican Larry's
Naples, Florida
03.2005 - 08.2009
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring high service quality standards were met.
  • Managed staff scheduling to optimize coverage and enhance efficiency.
  • Coordinated inventory management and procurement for restaurant supplies.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors to secure favorable terms.
  • Participated in strategic planning meetings to drive business growth.
  • Developed strategies to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures that significantly improved overall profitability.
  • Appraised inventory levels regularly, maintaining well-stocked merchandise.

On Premise Account Manager

National Distributing Co
Naples, Florida
01.1999 - 01.2005
  • Executed strategic sales initiatives to enhance brand visibility and increase market share.
  • Managed product placements and promotions at on-premise locations to maximize impact.
  • Conducted regular site visits to evaluate account performance and resolve issues.
  • Analyzed customer data to uncover trends and identify growth opportunities.
  • Negotiated pricing and contracts with customers while achieving profitability targets.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to develop engaging promotional materials for events.
  • Identified improvement areas within accounts, implementing strategies for revenue growth.
  • Led comprehensive management of the sales process from initial contact to closing.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Multimedia

Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL
10-1988

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Budget management
  • Performance analysis
  • Self-Starter
  • Effective communication
  • Relationship building
  • Problem solving
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Strategic planning
  • Market analysis

Timeline

COO

239 Presents LLC
01.2024 - Current

Food & Beverage Director

Paradise Coast Sports Complex
01.2022 - 01.2024

CEO

Paradise Food Group LLC
01.2015 - 12.2021

Managing Partner

Pelican Larry's
03.2005 - 08.2009

On Premise Account Manager

National Distributing Co
01.1999 - 01.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Multimedia

Jacksonville State University

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