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Jeff Bennett

Flowood,MS

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Technical Training

Neighborly Group
05.2022 - 10.2023
  • Guided all new Rainbow Restoration owners through the initial technical training which included IICRC courses, strategic planning and hands-on technical training.
  • Served on a team that wrote the current IICRC WRT manual for Rainbow Restoration.
  • Created content and videos for a training platform that all owners can access for on going training and on boarding new technicians.
  • Assisted other departments in all technical related materials .




Franchise Business Coach

Neighborly Group
05.2015 - 05.2022
  • Coached business owners to become profitable, achieve sustainable growth and met their personal and professional goals while using the Franchise systems.
  • Coached owners to become proficient in the use of Xactimate, NextGear-Dash program, MICA drying software and Franchise system software.
  • Coached owners to review their financials, watch for trends within their financials and make business decisions based on financials.
  • Traveled 15 weeks a year visiting owner locations and attending national conferences.
  • Assisted owners in national account and TPA compliance.


Rainbow Restoration Business Owner

Self Employed
09.2001 - 01.2016
  • Reviewed financials to assist in the day to day operation of the business to met desired profitability goals.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions at a high level of competence.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.

Education

Associate of Science - Electronics Technology

Hinds College
Raymond
12.1985

Skills

  • IICRC WRT (water restoration technician) instructor
  • IICRC triple master certified (Master in textile cleaning, Water restoration and Fire restoration)
  • Licensed general contractor by the state of MS since 2008
  • Proficient in restoration software Xactimate, Xactanaylsis, NextGear-Dash and MICA
  • Financial review

Timeline

Director of Technical Training

Neighborly Group
05.2022 - 10.2023

Franchise Business Coach

Neighborly Group
05.2015 - 05.2022

Rainbow Restoration Business Owner

Self Employed
09.2001 - 01.2016

Associate of Science - Electronics Technology

Hinds College
Jeff Bennett