Jim Burkett

• Managed daily operations, including budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and scheduling.
• Oversaw the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to operational activities.
• Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to operations.
• Identified opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiencies across all areas of operations.
• Provided direction to staff on all aspects of operational processes.
• Monitored performance metrics to ensure that established objectives were met or exceeded.
• Coordinated with vendors to obtain goods and services at competitive prices.
• Established key performance indicators for measuring operational success.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders as required.
• Organized meetings between senior management personnel to discuss operational strategies and objectives.
• Reviewed financial statements for accuracy and completeness prior to submitting them for approval by executive leadership team members.
• Performed regular audits of internal systems in order to identify potential risks or vulnerabilities.
• Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocol.
• Communicated regularly with executive team members to deliver pertinent details related to progress status and direction for projects.
• Supervised daily operations of multi-million dollar divisional operation.
• Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.

Another role that I have had while with Renascent Hospitality.

• Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales revenue.
• Analyzed competitive markets to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
• Conducted market research to identify customer needs and preferences.
• Created marketing plans that included budgeting, branding, positioning, advertising campaigns, public relations initiatives, and promotional activities.
• Managed a team of sales managers responsible for territory development and performance management.
• Established pricing strategies based on market conditions and product demand.

• Developed and implemented sales plans to increase profits and market share.
• Managed, trained, and mentored a team of sales professionals.
• Analyzed customer data to identify new sales opportunities.
• Negotiated contracts with customers to ensure mutually beneficial agreements.
• Developed relationships with key clients to maximize revenue potential.
• Monitored competitors' activities to stay ahead in the market.
• Established pricing policies that balanced profitability objectives with competitive pressures.
• Collaborated with marketing teams to create promotional materials for products and services.
• Participated in industry events and trade shows to promote company offerings.
• Generated leads through cold calling, networking, referrals.
• Negotiated contracts and proposed offerings to help sales staff close competitive deals.

I started out as a General Manager for FLG Hospitality.

General Manager, Clarion Suites, Columbus, Ohio.

General Manager, Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, Columbus, Ohio.

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