Jeff Finn
Alternative Energy, Construction, Supply Chain, And Logistics
Elizabeth,IL
Summary
Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 12 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization.
Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams.
Results-driven owner with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.
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
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Event Coordinator
Freelance
Multiple, Multiple
07.2023 - Current
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked NBC/Peacock Big 10 Football
Owner
NowSolar
Elizabeth , IL
01.2010 - Current
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
- Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
- Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Owner
TASK Construction
Phoenix , AZ
02.2003 - 01.2007
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Operated all equipment and conducted scheduled maintenance.
- Designed business plan to define concept, short-term and long-term goals and strategies.
- Interviewed and hired ideal candidates to assist with logistics and tasks of business.
- Participated in business events, conferences and trade shows to promote products and network with business owners and prospective clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government
Illinois State University
Normal, IL 08.1987 - 07.1991
Skills
Profit and Loss
Financial Management
Contract Management
Business planning
Marketing
Business administration
Operations management
Budget development
Verbal and written communication
Staff Management
Negotiation
Client Service
Coaching and mentoring
Business Development
Budgeting
Project Management
Consulting
Timeline
Event Coordinator
Freelance
07.2023 - Current
Owner
NowSolar
01.2010 - Current
Owner
TASK Construction
02.2003 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government
Illinois State University
08.1987 - 07.1991