Jean Mitchell
Bloomingdale,IL
Summary
Accomplished executive with a proven track record at Stone Design, Inc., where strategic planning and business development led to significant market share growth. Expert in financial acumen and team leadership, Excelled in fostering client relationships and driving results through innovative sales strategies and operational excellence.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President and Majority Owner
Stone Installation and Maintenance
05.2005 - Current
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Ensured regulatory compliance at all times by implementing robust internal controls systems coupled with proactive monitoring mechanisms.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
President
Stone Design Of Wisconsin, Inc.
03.2003 - Current
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
Managing Partner
Indiana Stone Design, LLC
04.2001 - Current
- Negotiated high-value contracts with clients, securing profitable partnerships for the company.
- Established and implemented business procedures and process improvements.
- Mentored junior staff members, resulting in a more cohesive team and increased overall performance.
- Spearheaded successful client engagements resulting in repeat business and positive referrals from satisfied clients.
President and CEO
Stone Design, Inc
01.1991 - Current
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Streamlined organizational processes by evaluating current systems and implementing improvements.
- Launched new products successfully into the market after meticulous research, planning, and marketing campaigns.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Secured financing for critical projects through negotiation of favorable loan terms with financial institutions or investors.
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
- Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University Of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Strategic Planning
- Results-Driven
- Operations Management
- Negotiation and Persuasion
- Training and mentoring
- Contract Negotiation
- Budget Oversight
- Price Structuring
- Sales and Marketing Leadership
- Profit Objectives
- Financial Acumen
- Corporate Branding
Accomplishments
Started with my deceased husband, then owned by myself, 2 distribution corporations and one distribution LLC for over 20 years. In combination these companies distribute regularly in their own local markets, as well as in eight states in the 00 No midwest
Started a stone union contracting company with 3 partners (I am the majority shareholder) in 2005 and successfully completed projects such as:
111 E. Wacker
The Trump Tower
Rivers Casino
Wrigley Building
Willis Tower, twice
Langham Hotel
900 No. Wacker
401 No Michigan
77 W. Wacker
155 No Wacker
10/120 S. Riverside
Kirkland and Ellis, Wolfpoint Plaza
Etc.
Prior to my career in stone, for 10 years, I ran corporate restaurants, with some of them being the largest in the midwest.
Timeline
Vice President and Majority Owner
Stone Installation and Maintenance
05.2005 - Current
President
Stone Design Of Wisconsin, Inc.
03.2003 - Current
Managing Partner
Indiana Stone Design, LLC
04.2001 - Current
President and CEO
Stone Design, Inc
01.1991 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University Of Minnesota
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