Jeremy Sparks
Tuttle
Summary
Senior operations executive with extensive leadership experience across multi-site organizations. Directs operations for 17 locations and 150 associates, focusing on strategic planning, financial performance, and workforce development. Cultivates a collaborative culture that enhances employee engagement and customer satisfaction through disciplined execution.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Market Director
Service Corporation International
01.2019 - Current
- Provide executive leadership for operations across 17 locations and more than 150 associates, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy while driving operational excellence, financial performance, and exceptional customer experiences.
- Lead strategic planning and operational execution for a geographically dispersed market with responsibility for overall business performance.
- Oversaw budgeting, forecasting, workforce planning, and resource allocation to ensure optimal operational effectiveness.
- Partner with executive leadership to implement growth strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Directed leadership development initiatives that enhanced succession planning and strengthened organizational capability.
- Foster a culture centered on accountability, collaboration, employee engagement, and customer service excellence.
- Built strong relationships with community organizations, civic leaders, and external stakeholders to advance organizational objectives.
Managing Partner
Carriage Services
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Directed all operational, financial, and administrative functions for a multi-service organization, leading strategic initiatives that enhanced organizational performance and strengthened market position.
- Led business development initiatives, driving sustained organizational growth and profitability through strategic partnerships.
- Managed day-to-day business operations, ensuring financial and operational performance aligned with strategic goals.
- Implemented operational improvements that increased efficiency and enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Developed and coached leadership teams, enhancing organizational effectiveness and fostering higher employee engagement.
- Established a culture of accountability and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
Operations & General Management Leadership
Service Corporation International
Oklahoma City
01.2002 - 01.2013
- Oversaw multi-location operations, ensuring optimal service delivery and financial performance.
- Drove strategic initiatives and organizational change across various business units.
- Recruited and mentored future leaders, strengthening talent pipelines within organization.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to define strategic planning and implement business initiatives.
- Liaised with government agencies and community organizations to enhance partnerships.
- Managed operational performance through effective leadership in progressively responsible roles.
- Developed employees to foster growth and drive performance improvements.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Central Oklahoma
Skills
- Business development
- Customer strategy
- Market analysis
- Strategic planning
- P&L management
- Budget oversight
- Multi-site operations
- Operational excellence
- Process improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- Change management
- Org development
- Cross-functional leadership
- Executive leadership
- Leadership development
- Employee engagement
Certification
- Certified Funeral Service Practitioner (CFSP)
- Licensed Funeral Service Professional – State of Oklahoma
Board Leadership And Community Engagement
- Past President – Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association
- Former Chairman – South Oklahoma City Chamber Executive Board
- Former Chairman – Rose Rock Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors
- Honorary Commander – Tinker Air Force Base
- Leadership Norman Alumni
- Team South Alumni
- Member of St. Luke's Methodist Church
- Eagle Scout – Boy Scouts of America
Executive Highlights
- 25+ years of executive and operational leadership experience
- Executive oversight of 17 business locations
- Leadership responsibility for 150+ associates
- Extensive experience leading multi-site operations and organizational change
- Expertise in strategic planning, financial management, and talent development
- Proven success building high-performing leadership teams
- Strong background in community engagement, board governance, and stakeholder relations
- Trusted executive partner with a collaborative and results-oriented leadership style
Timeline
Market Director
Service Corporation International
01.2019 - Current
Managing Partner
Carriage Services
01.2013 - 01.2019
Operations & General Management Leadership
Service Corporation International
01.2002 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science -
University of Central Oklahoma