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Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Work Availability
Certification
Affiliations
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Jeremy Fondi

Coral Springs,United States
Jeremy Fondi

Summary

Dynamic entrepreneurial leader with extensive experience in driving innovation and strategic growth across the handmade cigar, retail, CPG and luxury event sectors. Proven expertise in Business start-up, Marketing, and New account generation, successfully enhancing market presence and fostering consumer loyalty. Committed to cultivating creativity and collaboration to produce exceptional products and customer experiences.

Overview

25

Years of professional experience

Work History

Scandinavian Tobacco Group
, Florida

Innovation Manager
03.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented innovative ideas in handmade cigar, packaging and marketing to enhance market presence and product appeal.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to align product development with market trends and consumer preferences.
  • Directed strategic initiatives, resulting in increased market share and brand recognition.
  • Fostered collaboration among R&D, marketing, and sales teams to streamline processes and accelerate time to market.
  • Analyzed market data to guide the development of products that meet evolving consumer demands.
  • Pioneered unique cigar blends, leveraging market insights to craft products that captivate consumers, and boost brand loyalty.
  • Steered product development from concept to market, achieving a 15% increase in sales through targeted innovation strategies.
  • Worked closely with customers to determine appropriate marketing offerings and strategies for business needs.

Ash/TRUE Cigar Bar and Lounge
Boca Raton, FL

General/Operations Manager, Customer Experience
03.2020 - 03.2022

Job overview

  • Developed marketing strategies to grow new business.
  • Researched and selected all new product assortments from cigars, spirits, food offerings, and promotions to grow sales.
  • Coordinated on-site and off-site, high-end luxury events, parties, and fundraisers.
  • Created a premium experience for all guests and high-end members to grow consumer loyalty and generate new memberships.
  • Developed menus for the bar and food selections.
  • Recruited, trained and empowered employees to achieve key performance indicators.
  • Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention.

Immobilized LLC-Vehicle Immobilization Services
Boca Raton, Florida

Founder-CEO
08.2019 - 06.2020

Job overview

  • Completed the start-up of a new business to cover three counties.
  • Oversaw the end-to-end process, including client acquisition, marketing, and sales.
  • Responsible for all contract development, analysis, negotiation, and closeout.
  • Actively participated in industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to enhance brand visibility and business growth.
  • Managed crises and unexpected challenges, ensuring minimal impact on business continuity.
  • Established and maintained strategic partnerships with key industry players to enhance business growth and development.
  • Led marketing efforts, including brand development, digital marketing strategies, and public relations campaigns.

Casa de Montecristo by Prime Cigar and Wine Bar

General Manager
12.2018 - 08.2019

Job overview

  • Developed strategies to grow the existing business by over 20%.
  • Introduced a new product assortment and promotions to grow sales.
  • Coordinated on-site and off-site, high-end events, parties, and fundraisers.
  • Created a premium experience for guests and high-end members to grow consumer loyalty and generate new memberships
  • Held weekly and monthly meetings to discuss goals and achievements.
  • Advised and assisted with content for social media marketing.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired qualified staff for open positions.

Page 3 Enterprises
Fort Lauderdale, FL

General/Operations Manager
10.2007 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Partnered successfully with the Sales Manager to produce new accounts and profit areas for company growth.
  • Exceeded company objectives with year-over-year increased revenue of over 15%.
  • Strengthened the company's business by daily involvement in all areas of the business.
  • Initiated the rollout of a new enterprise software solution for company operations at all levels.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers, securing favorable terms.
  • Produced SOPs to document workplace procedures and optimize productivity through standardization.

Marathon Oil-U Gas
Deerfield Beach, Florida

Regional Manager
02.2005 - 10.2007

Job overview

  • Managed over 20 locations and management staff.
  • Expanded business, developed revenue and managed market gains.
  • Visited stores to verify that product cleanliness and inventory levels were up to company standards.
  • Controlled shrink through strategic inventory management and loss prevention approaches.
  • Implemented a new ordering process and identified poor work habits to improve process effectiveness.
  • Increased sales volume by 30% per location in less than two years.
  • Completed profit and loss performance reports.
  • Negotiated with various vendors on buying new products and pricing through trade shows and other methods.
  • Cultivated and maintained solid partner relationships to drive mutually beneficial collaboration and bottom-line profits.

Education

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ

Bachelor's Degree from Business And Operations Management
12-2023

Arrowhead Consulting

General Project Management Training
12.2023

University of Phoenix-Arizona
Phoenix, AZ

Associates Degree
12.2019

Certified Retail Tobacconist
12.2018

Coral Springs Fire Academy

EMT B Certification
12.2008

Bergen County Police and Fire Academy

Class 1b Special Police officer Certification
12.2004

Skills

  • Marketing management
  • Marketing strategy
  • Budget management
  • Strategic thinking
  • Relationship building
  • Product development
  • Performance tracking and evaluation
  • Team collaboration
  • Industry trends
  • Design thinking
  • Portfolio management
  • Market Research

Timeline

Innovation Manager

Scandinavian Tobacco Group
03.2022 - Current

General/Operations Manager, Customer Experience

Ash/TRUE Cigar Bar and Lounge
03.2020 - 03.2022

Founder-CEO

Immobilized LLC-Vehicle Immobilization Services
08.2019 - 06.2020

General Manager

Casa de Montecristo by Prime Cigar and Wine Bar
12.2018 - 08.2019

General/Operations Manager

Page 3 Enterprises
10.2007 - 12.2018

Regional Manager

Marathon Oil-U Gas
02.2005 - 10.2007

University of Phoenix

Bachelor's Degree from Business And Operations Management

Arrowhead Consulting

General Project Management Training

University of Phoenix-Arizona

Associates Degree

Certified Retail Tobacconist

Coral Springs Fire Academy

EMT B Certification

Bergen County Police and Fire Academy

Class 1b Special Police officer Certification
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Certification

  • General Project Management Training, 2023
  • Certified Retail Tobacconist, 2018
  • EMT B Certification, 2008
  • Class 1b Special Police officer Certification, 2004

Affiliations

  • Member of The National Society of Leadership and Success
  • Volunteer at Coral Ridge Men's Group

References

References available upon request.

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