Jodi Phillips
Poplar Grove,United States
Summary
Motivated business professional bringing 18 years of entrepreneurial experience. Co-founded Midwest Stone Source Inc. returning a net annual profit since inception and building sales from $0 to 5 million. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing, operations, marketing, contracts, negotiations and sales. Networked with realtors, builders, commercial & homeowners to gain market share. Developed staff incentives to maintain sales goals and onsite construction productivity. Designed, evaluated & priced commercial & residential construction jobs, consistently controlling profits and loses by establishing company guidelines for labor and inventory management. Results-driven business owner with a forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/Operator
Midwest Stone Source Inc.
Rockford, IL
08.2002 - 06.2021
- Achieved sales goals and increased revenue and profits through productive strategy development and organizational leadership.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, subcontractors, marketing, property acquisition & customers, both wholesale and retail.
- Maintained business to business relationships to enhance supply relationships.
- Crafted marketing campaigns, including television, radio, print, realty program & internet advertising.
- Projected earnings, balanced budgets and maintained a profitable business for 18 years and sold to my co-founder/partner in 2021.
Daycare Licensing Representative II
Illinois Department Of Children & Family Services
Woodstock, IL
02.1999 - 05.2002
- Conducted initial licensing studies and re-licensing reviews of day care centers and homes to determine eligibility for licensing or re-licensing.
- Conducts onsite inspections, and ongoing monitoring of assigned day care facilities and homes.
- Investigated alleged violations of standards and regulations.
Child Welfare Specialist II
Illinois Department Of Children And Family Services
Dekalb, IL
07.1996 - 02.1999
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Assessed child abuse cases onsite in my territory Ogle County.
- Collaborated with community program leaders, attorneys, judges and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work, Dual Emphasis On Policy & Research
Illinois State University
Normal, IL09.1995
Skills
- Superior Negotiation & Sales Skills
- Seasoned Project Management Success
- Leadership and Interpersonal skills
- Managing a team with a wide variety of skills From professionals to entry level positions
- Developing and maintaining effective business marketing & yielding consistent company growth
- Common Sense & Results Oriented Work Hard to get the job done
Accomplishments
2015-16 Athena Powerlink Women in Business Award
Timeline
Business Owner/Operator
Midwest Stone Source Inc.
08.2002 - 06.2021
Daycare Licensing Representative II
Illinois Department Of Children & Family Services
02.1999 - 05.2002
Child Welfare Specialist II
Illinois Department Of Children And Family Services
07.1996 - 02.1999
Bachelor of Science - Social Work, Dual Emphasis On Policy & Research
Illinois State University
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