Jeff Taylor
Oakhurst,CA
Summary
Gifted Development Manager with proven success in identifying growth opportunities and developing presence in new markets. Proficiency in product placement, change management, sales team building, and new product launches. Dedicated to developing excellent partnerships to drive bottom-line sales initiatives.
Bid projects from cal trans -cal fire-Usfs-OES-and,100s of state and city RFB with high success rate.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Development Manager
Pacific Tree
Murrieta, California
11.2023 - 03.2024
Senior Development Manager
Aaa tree
Murrieta, California
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Analyzed user feedback data collected from various sources such as surveys or focus groups.
- Conducted requirements gathering sessions with internal customers to define business needs and objectives.
- Participated in customer meetings to discuss new feature requests or bug fixes.
- Collaborated with other departments to identify opportunities for improving product features or customer experience.
- Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and areas for product development.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices in all development activities.
- Cultivated a culture of innovation, encouraging team members to propose new ideas and solutions.
C.O.O
Arborworksinc
Oakhurst, California
01.2003 - 02.2021
- Monitored performance metrics of departments and provided feedback to executives.
- Analyzed market trends and assessed potential impact on organization's growth strategy.
- Advocated for corporate social responsibility programs that benefit employees, communities, and environment.
- Acted as a liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders such as customers or partners.
- Identified areas for improvement within the organization's processes or services offerings.
- Supervised the executive team, providing guidance on operational decisions.
- Spearheaded initiatives to increase efficiency of operations across departments.
- Implemented innovative solutions to improve overall productivity levels within the organization.
- Evaluated existing systems and processes for effectiveness then proposed changes where necessary.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to achieve organizational objectives.
- Formulated key performance indicators that measure success against set goals and objectives.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Participated in development of new products, services through collaboration with marketing, R&D teams.
- Managed day-to-day operations of organization including staff management, scheduling, customer service.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing business operations.
- Established policies and procedures to ensure efficient operations.
- Built relationships with industry leaders both internally and externally to create new opportunities for growth.
- Fostered proactive attitude and future-focused thinking among staff in fast-paced environment.
- Hired, trained, evaluated and retained high-performing, effective and diverse team embodying organizational culture.
- Reviewed, analyzed and interpreted financial statements.
- Maintained productive relationships and communication channels across organization.
- Led organizational development changes, enabling organization to better respond and adapt to industry and market changes.
- Served as strategic advisor and functional expert on critical strategic and operational matters.
- Managed relationships with partners and vendors to align with company goals.
- Coordinated major project initiatives from planning through to execution, ensuring timely completion.
- Developed and refined short- and long-term strategies to drive growth and profitability.
- Fostered an environment of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency.
- Supported CEO with operational insights and strategic decision-making.
- Established plans to address productivity, operational performance and staff retention and satisfaction.
- Enhanced operational systems, processes, and best practices for greater efficiency.
- Spearheaded the development and integration of operational best practices.
- Fostered collaboration and development of new practices by business leaders.
- Executed on-time, under-budget project management to adhere to project road map.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Worked with SEC to file amendments and achieve compliance targets.
Owner
Taylor Tree
Lake Arrowhead, California
01.1993 - 01.2003
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
Owner
Taylor Tree
Lake Arrowhead, California
01.1993 - 01.2003
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to business operations.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Monitored performance of personnel against goals set forth by the company.
- Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Analyzed industry trends to develop competitive strategies.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
- Conducted performance reviews for employees on a regular basis.
- Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
- Executed performance reviews to encourage improved productivity for team members.
- Conducted market research activities and competitive analysis to facilitate implementation of aggressive company marketing strategy.
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Managed sales presentations to promote product and brand benefits.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Analyzed client business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
- Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement.
- Hired and trained new department managers to increase team oversight and productivity.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Created and implemented employee onboarding and training programs to promote employee retention and team collaboration.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
- Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
- Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
- Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
- Structured HR consulting services to support clients during organizational developments and changes.
Education
Electrical Hazard Awarness -
Tcia
Oakhurst, CA 09.2019 - 12.2025
Osha,30 - Osha 30
Cal Osho
03.2021 - 04.2021
Tree Climber Specialist - Tree Climber,specialist
Tcia
Oakhurst, CA 08.2018 - 08.2020
Crane,opererations - Crane Operation Specialist
Tcia
Oakhurst, CA 08.2017 - 12.2019
Crew Leader - Crew Leader
Tcia
Oakhurst, CA 01.2018 - 02.2018
Associate of Business Administration - Sustainable Agriculture
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA 08.1994 - 08.1996
Fire Figher 1 And Wild Fire 1 - Fire Fighter 1
University of Redlands
Redlands, CA 08.1987 - 08.1989
Timeline
Development Manager
Pacific Tree
11.2023 - 03.2024
Osha,30 - Osha 30
Cal Osho
03.2021 - 04.2021
Senior Development Manager
Aaa tree
02.2021 - 10.2022
Electrical Hazard Awarness -
Tcia
09.2019 - 12.2025
Tree Climber Specialist - Tree Climber,specialist
Tcia
08.2018 - 08.2020
Crew Leader - Crew Leader
Tcia
01.2018 - 02.2018
Crane,opererations - Crane Operation Specialist
Tcia
08.2017 - 12.2019
C.O.O
Arborworksinc
01.2003 - 02.2021
Associate of Business Administration - Sustainable Agriculture
Palomar College
08.1994 - 08.1996
Owner
Taylor Tree
01.1993 - 01.2003
Owner
Taylor Tree
01.1993 - 01.2003
Fire Figher 1 And Wild Fire 1 - Fire Fighter 1
University of Redlands
08.1987 - 08.1989