JEFFREY PLATZKE
Mayer,MN
Summary
Having a vast background in Engineering, Sales, Analysis, Customer Service and Relationship Development allows Jeff to see many perspectives about a situation. He is a problem solver that does not panic in adversity and is always looking for that avenue in which to succeed. Jeff, sees the potential in his team, trusts that they will do their job so that the team is successful and the project is completed. Never asking someone to do a task he is not willing to do himself has always been a motto, listening to options/ideas from other team members and being loyal to his team is his valued leadership skill.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder and Managing Partner
Horizon Hemp and Agriculture LLC
10.2018 - Current
- Company Overview: Horizon Hemp and Agricultural LLC is a startup Industrial Hemp business that provides plant sales and customer service to growers
- As an owner of the startup it is important to be able to multitask on all aspects of the business:
- Operations: Cloning/agriculture, mechanical, electrical and equipment operation
- Accounting: Banking and QuickBooks, Cost Benefit Analysis and Budget Analysis
- Sales: Customer and Buyer interaction, developing and executing contracts
- Human Resources: Employee interviews hiring and management
- In 2019, Horizon sold over 100,000 units, grossed $300,000, managed 4 full-time employees, multiple part-time contacted positions
- Our revenue was reinvested into the business' infrastructure to prepare for the 2020 growing season
- Horizon has proposals to have affiliates to provide plants to customers to meet the projected demand
- Horizon Hemp and Agricultural LLC is a startup Industrial Hemp business that provides plant sales and customer service to growers
Sr Project Manager
SMARTRAC TECHNOLOGY GROUP
07.2016 - 02.2019
- As the Project Manager, my team was able to develop both a working software and a prototype hardware solution with minimal staff and on time
- The hardware solution was shortly approved for field use and was a sellable product within 6
- Managed hardware and software projects
- Performed budget analysis and production to delivery timelines
- Coordinated and presented production status updates to both the customer and company executives
- Coordinated with partners in India, China, Europe and across the US
SR District Lighting Specification Sales and Regional Sales Manager
Philips Lighting
01.2013 - 07.2016
- As a member of the Specification Sales team, I helped develop sale solutions for large scale outdoor lighting projects, supported tradeshow and coordinated with product managers with new products
- Designed, proposed and managed a $12M project for the NYC Housing Authority and other high-profile projects in NYC/NJ
- Promoted to Regional Sales manager and worked with specification agencies in the Northeast to increase sales and the Philips footprint
- Business development
- Project management
- Technical design and support
- Marketing research
Account Manager
Lighting Design Independent Lighting Associates
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Company Overview: ILA, a specialized lighting company
- I focused on exterior lighting design and sales
- Interacted and built relationships that filled a need missing within ILA
- Projects included large scale retail sites, high-end pedestrian landscapes and municipalities streetscapes
- Several projects won architectural awards and the efforts were recognized by Philips manufactures (Gardco and Lumec)
- Served as an account manager for over 50 engineering design firms, performed lighting design analysis and provided all data needed for projects
- In addition, was responsible for tradeshow and marketing efforts in the outdoor lighting sector
- ILA, a specialized lighting company
Systems Engineer
Northrop Grumman
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Responsible for the design, integration and troubleshooting of hardware components associated with the High Definition Projector Array (DPA), Touch Table (TT) and Internal Research and Development (IRAD) projects
- Served as the Project Lead for the AVS Team for United States Secret Service Touch Table project and Hardware Team Lead
Associate Planning Analyst
Old Dominion Electric Cooperative
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Responsible for performing analysis of power supply options and recommending long-term power supply plans that will ensure economical and reliable power supply for member cooperatives
- Created and maintained databases for the power supply portion of corporate planning models used to produce cost studies and financial forecasts
Logistics Engineer/Field Service Engineer
Power Distribution Incorporated
01.1996 - 01.1999
- As a Field Service team member, primary duties were to performed preventive maintenance on power conditioning equipment
- Ancillary tasks were to coordinate all training for company service technicians, third-party technicians, and customers
- Developed training manuals and presentations on company equipment and maintenance procedures
Quartermaster QM3/SS
U.S. Navy
07.1988 - 07.1992
- Quartermaster 3rd Class Petty Officer, Qualified in Submarines
- As a crew member on the USS Hammerhead, SSN663, performed navigational duties and severed as a helms/planesmen during at sea deployments
- Being qualified in submarines meant that a proficient knowledge in all electrical, mechanical, safety/damage control, and security was mandatory
- Was awarded several letters of accommodation and Naval awards for duties performed while deployed
Education
Bachelor's - Engineering Technology
Old Dominion University
Richmond, VA01.2005
Associate - Electronic Engineering Technology
Southside Community College
Alberta, VA01.1996
Skills
- Management
- Business Development
- Sales
- Coaching
- Sales Experience
- Analytical Experience
- Strategic Planning
- Electronic/Electrical and Mechanical Design
- Troubleshooting and Repair Techniques
- Proficient at Monitoring and Calibrating Tools
- Microsoft Office
- Database Management
- Problem Solving
- Team Leadership
- Project Organization and Management
- Project Administrative Tasks
Military Service
United States Navy, E3 / QM3 SS
Assessments
- Problem Solving, Highly Proficient, 12/01/19
- Sales: Influence & Negotiation, Highly Proficient, 12/01/19
- Marketing, Proficient, 12/01/19
- Project Management Skills: Time Management, Highly Proficient, 12/01/19
- Logic & Critical Thinking, Familiar, 12/01/19
- Supervisory Skills: Interpersonal Skills, Proficient, 01/01/20
- Supervisory Skills: Directing Others, Expert, 01/01/20
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Founder and Managing Partner
Horizon Hemp and Agriculture LLC
10.2018 - Current
Sr Project Manager
SMARTRAC TECHNOLOGY GROUP
07.2016 - 02.2019
SR District Lighting Specification Sales and Regional Sales Manager
Philips Lighting
01.2013 - 07.2016
Account Manager
Lighting Design Independent Lighting Associates
01.2008 - 01.2011
Systems Engineer
Northrop Grumman
01.2004 - 01.2006
Associate Planning Analyst
Old Dominion Electric Cooperative
01.2001 - 01.2004
Logistics Engineer/Field Service Engineer
Power Distribution Incorporated
01.1996 - 01.1999
Quartermaster QM3/SS
U.S. Navy
07.1988 - 07.1992
Bachelor's - Engineering Technology
Old Dominion University
Associate - Electronic Engineering Technology
Southside Community College
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