J. Grant Gilchrist
TOMBALL,TEXAS
Summary
Seasoned in Operations Management and Business Development, talented leader with over 10 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant
Harper Brothers Transportation
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Establish full operations for logistics company
- Facilitated licensing and tax compliance in multiple states
- Developed and maintained partner relations, contracting, scheduling services, and interstate transport filings
- Handled all financial operations.
MANAGING PARTNER
Texas Stagecoach Industrial Coatings
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Oversee all aspects of business including hiring, payroll, marketing, budgeting and P&L
- Responsible for Facilities management, tenant acquisition and retention, construction buildout and remodeling projects
- Develop and implement sales, client relations, regulatory compliance and operational procedures for start up
- Grew niche business to more than $2 Million shop in less than Five years.
MANAGING PARTNER
MAGNOLIA ENVIRONMENTAL SEPTIC SERVICES
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Create strategic full spectrum business initiatives for startup: operations planning and direction; ERP and HR, marketing, budgeting and P&L
- Develop and implement innovative, professional marketing programs, creating monthly stable income base to cover fixed expenses
- Maintain compliance with TCEQ, City of Houston, Harris and Montgomery counties cleaning, maintenance, repairs and sludge transportation regulations
- Sold profitable business with $500,000 annual revenue in 2015 to current vendor.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
ASSISTED LIVING CENTERS
01.2003 - 01.2012
- Oversee all aspects of assisted living facilities including hiring, training, payroll, marketing, budgeting, nursing, maintenance, etc
- Increased organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization's reach and influence.
- Interview, hire, train, lead, evaluate and develop qualified staff to create TEAM environment leading to achieving staff turnover of less than 25%
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
TEXAS STAGECOACH
01.1990 - 01.2003
- Responsible for overall operations, sales, account management and administration
- Supervise 35 to 110 personnel, depending on active projects
- Manage complete productions process
- Designed and engineered conversion packages based on market needs and coming trends in the aftermarket industry
Education
MASTER OF SPORTS ADMINISTRATION DEGREE -
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON
HOUSTON, TEXAS08.2001
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEGREE -
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY
LUBBOCK, TEXAS08.1991
Skills
- Highly Analytical and Diligent
- Ability to Quickly Acquire New and Advanced Skill Sets
- Cost Analysis
- Best Practices Implementation
- Requirements Gathering
- Strategic Planning
Accomplishments
- 2008 Oklahoma Caregiver Award - Administrator
- Oklahoma Assisted Living Association Board Member 2005-2009.
- Coordinated a team effort that resulted in company achieving Houston’s “Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies” for 1996 and 1997.
- Directed restructuring and expansion project, successfully opening a second fully equipped production / warehouse facility.
Timeline
Consultant
Harper Brothers Transportation
01.2020 - 01.2021
MANAGING PARTNER
Texas Stagecoach Industrial Coatings
01.2012 - 01.2020
MANAGING PARTNER
MAGNOLIA ENVIRONMENTAL SEPTIC SERVICES
01.2012 - 01.2015
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
ASSISTED LIVING CENTERS
01.2003 - 01.2012
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
TEXAS STAGECOACH
01.1990 - 01.2003
MASTER OF SPORTS ADMINISTRATION DEGREE -
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEGREE -
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY
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