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Jeremy Whitley

Braselton,GA

Summary

Accomplished Sales, Financial and Executive leader with experience in multiple industries, well-versed in assessing risk, developing solutions and implementing positive changes to achieve sustainability and growth in challenging market conditions. Adept at building and strengthening business and customer relationships. Demonstrates exceptional sales skills with a proven track record of exceeding sales quotas and increasing profitability through good negotiation and persuasive communication style. Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO | Business Consultant, Public Speaker

JayWhit Speaks LLC
09.2007 - Current

Managing and operating a Boutique Consulting Firm specializing in the building, restructuring, and managing of small to mid-cap companies.

Key Achievements

  • Assisted Chemical Air Quality company in rebuilding its sales process, expanding product sales nationally, and securing government and municipality relationships for long-term contracts. Increased gross profit from $18K to $340K per month.
  • Resolved customer service issues and retained county contracts for minority-owned sanitation company. Restructured company culture, hired new employees, increased employee morale, and purchased new equipment. Increased customer service scores by reducing monthly missed pickups from 300 to 7.
  • Identified unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices for one of largest indoor entertainment facilities. Introduced new methods and systems to reduce theft, increase profitability, and improve operational quality and team efficiency. Restructured corporate events and party packages, growing sales by 103%. Increased gross sales from $450k per month to $725k per month, converting $100k monthly loss to $280k profit.
  • Established one of the first Trucking Automation Companies. Increased business growth over a 5-year period to $1 billion in gross revenue by negotiating & securing freight contracts.
  • Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
  • Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
  • Created positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.

Youth Pastor Volunteered Position

Free Chapel Youth
01.2008 - 09.2023
  • Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
  • Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategies for growing congregation's youth ministry program.
  • Ensured safe environment for all participants during activities by adhering to strict safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Increased youth group attendance by creating dynamic worship services tailored to engage younger audience.
  • Revitalized youth ministry by developing engaging programs and activities focused on spiritual growth.
  • Taught and counseled youth ages 9 to 22.
  • Organized successful retreats that provided opportunities for spiritual reflection, personal growth, and fellowship among peers.
  • Mentored young adults through one-on-one counseling sessions, fostering personal development and spiritual growth.
  • Implemented creative solutions for generating excitement about youth ministry events using multimedia presentations, games, and live music performances.
  • Developed strong connections within local community by partnering with schools, organizations, and other churches on various initiatives.
  • Oversaw youth ministry budget and tracked all expenses.
  • Recruited volunteers from congregation to assist in various aspects of youth ministry program such as event planning or leading small groups during Bible studies or retreats.
  • Supported young adults during times of transition by offering guidance, resources, and encouragement for pursuing their faith journey outside context of formal youth ministry programming.
  • Strengthened relationships between families and church by hosting family-focused events and providing resources for parents.
  • Enhanced community outreach efforts by organizing mission trips, volunteer projects, and fundraising events.
  • Facilitated collaboration among different age groups within congregation through joint service projects and shared learning experiences.
  • Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
  • Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategies for growing the congregation's youth ministry program.

Education

High School Diploma -

Glen Oaks High School
Baton Rouge, LA
05.1992

Skills

  • Strategic Leadership and Partnership
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Business Consultant Coach Mentor
  • Revenue & Market Growth
  • Crisis Management
  • Strategic Visioning
  • Financial Acumen
  • Preaching
  • Youth Counseling
  • Community Service
  • Mentoring abilities
  • Small Group Facilitation
  • Shepherding
  • Staff Development

Additional Information

  • Available upon requestVOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Timeline

Youth Pastor Volunteered Position

Free Chapel Youth
01.2008 - 09.2023

CEO | Business Consultant, Public Speaker

JayWhit Speaks LLC
09.2007 - Current

High School Diploma -

Glen Oaks High School
Jeremy Whitley