James Ruoff
Battle Creek
Summary
Experienced with managing all aspects of business operations, including financial oversight, strategic planning, and development of staffing. Utilizes effective leadership techniques to ensure efficient daily management and team productivity while also maintaining required compliance. Experienced in contract negotiations, contingency planning and networking.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
(Owner/Operator)
Ryder Specialized Care, LLC
01.2024 - Current
- Managed financial operations of the business to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, financial reporting and payroll.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and regularly updating staff on state required training.
- Managed scheduling, workload assignments and coverage for 24/7 Staffing.
- Enhanced company profitability by reducing overhead costs and negotiating favorable contracts with contracting agencies.
Compliance Manager
Bedford Specialized Care
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed compliance efforts, reporting and audits.
- Reviewed documents, files, transcripts, and other records to assess compliance and potential risk.
- Reduced risk exposure for the company by identifying and addressing areas of noncompliance.
- Prepared records and data for regular audits.
Marketing Manager
Bedford Specialized Care
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to use for launches, rebranding campaigns and promotions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent branding across all company touchpoints and communications channels.
Kit Technician
Battle Creek Area Math and Science Center
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Stocker
M-66 Bowl
09.2015 - 05.2019
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
Education
MBA - Master of Business Administration
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN07-2025
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MI05-2023
High School Diploma -
Pennfield High School
Battle Creek, MI05-2019
Skills
- Operations management
- Documentation and reporting
- Business planning
- Strategic planning
- Staff training and development
Accolades and Awards
Aquinas College Business Administration Department Outstanding Senior Award Recipient (2023)
Graduated Manga Cum Laude (3.7 GPA)
WHAC Academic All American (2019-2023)
NAIA Academic All American (2019-2023)
WHAC Champion of Character (2023)
Obtained Michigan Adult Foster Care License Specialized in Mentally Ill and Developmentally Disabled Population (2024)
Timeline
(Owner/Operator)
Ryder Specialized Care, LLC
01.2024 - Current
Compliance Manager
Bedford Specialized Care
05.2022 - 01.2024
Marketing Manager
Bedford Specialized Care
05.2021 - 05.2022
Kit Technician
Battle Creek Area Math and Science Center
06.2016 - 08.2019
Stocker
M-66 Bowl
09.2015 - 05.2019
MBA - Master of Business Administration
Purdue University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Aquinas College
High School Diploma -
Pennfield High School
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