Dedicated management professional with extensive entrepreneurial experience, known for building and sustaining strong relationships with colleagues, staff, and clients. Proven ability to lead administrative and sales teams effectively while applying decisive judgment to consistently achieve organizational objectives. Demonstrates a strong business acumen and commitment to fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Owner
Blue Sky Lawn Service LLC
Jacksonville, NC
03.2024 - Current
Established marketing strategies, such as social media campaigns, to promote the business.
Monitored cash flow to ensure proper budgeting of resources.
Created a customer service policy to ensure customers were satisfied with products or services.
Ensured compliance with all local laws and regulations related to the business operations.
Developed and implemented a comprehensive lawn care plan tailored to each customer's needs.
Maintained records of services rendered, including invoices, payments, and contracts.
Performed regular mowing, edging, trimming, aerating, overseeding and fertilizing services for residential and commercial customers.
Scheduled appointments with customers for lawn care services.
Inspected properties before beginning work to identify existing issues or special requirements.
Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times when operating machinery or working with hazardous materials.
Conducted training sessions for new employees on proper use of equipment and safety procedures.
Maintenance Management Officer
United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville, NC
08.1998 - 08.2020
Identified and diagnosed maintenance problems, and determined corrective actions to be taken.
Monitored work performance of contractors, ensuring that quality standards were met and maintained.
Coordinated with other departments to ensure that maintenance needs were addressed in a timely manner.
Developed preventive maintenance schedules for all equipment, machinery and buildings.
Prepared detailed reports on equipment breakdowns and repairs performed.
Evaluated the effectiveness of existing maintenance procedures and developed new strategies to improve them.
Conducted regular inspections of all plant facilities to identify potential hazards or areas needing repair or improvement.
Assisted in the development of capital expenditure budgets for building projects and equipment upgrades.
Provided technical advice on machinery operations, installation, preventative maintenance programs, troubleshooting techniques and design modifications.
Created comprehensive reports summarizing the results of completed tasks or jobs.
Analyzed data from predictive analysis software applications to determine optimal timeframes for scheduling repairs or replacements.
Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.
Canvassing Recruiter
United States Marine Corps
Honolulu, HI
11.2001 - 07.2005
Conducted canvassing activities to identify potential recruits and solicit their interest in the organization.
Developed and maintained relationships with local organizations, schools, and businesses to generate referrals for recruitment.
Organized events such as job fairs, open houses, and information sessions to increase awareness of available positions.
Provided guidance on interviewing techniques and assessment tools to ensure effective selection of candidates.
Participated in career workshops and other outreach initiatives to promote the organization's brand within the community.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kahuku High School
Kahuku, HI
08-1998
Skills
Sales oversight
Accounting management
Relationship building
Sales development
Employee development
Talent management
Talent Acquisition
Innovative Leadership
Detailed Transaction Tracking
Professional networking
Certification
Lean Six Sigma
Timeline
Business Owner
Blue Sky Lawn Service LLC
03.2024 - Current
Canvassing Recruiter
United States Marine Corps
11.2001 - 07.2005
Maintenance Management Officer
United States Marine Corps
08.1998 - 08.2020
Lean Six Sigma
High School Diploma -
Kahuku High School
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