JOHN ADAMS
Punta Gorda,FL
Summary
Versatile business leader bringing 20 years of experience as an accomplished business founder and owner. Strategic problem-solver, change manager, and visionary executive with success implementing plans to meet current and future needs.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Adams Express Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2024
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Built a positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement.
- Oversaw financial management activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring for improved financial stability.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
Operations Manager
Penske Logistics
12.2000 - 12.2009
- Oversee activities directly related to providing transportation services.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
Operations Manager
Several LTL Carriers / CF MotorFreight, Humboldt Express, Preston Trucking and Watkins Motor Lines
08.1994 - 12.2000
- Oversee activities directly related to providing services.
Local Pick up and Delivery Driver
St Johnsburry Trucking Company
05.1985 - 06.1993
- Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
Education
Associate of Science - Finance
SUNY Cobleskill
Cobleskill, NYSkills
- Complex Problem Solving
- Administration and Management
- Critical Thinking
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Active Listening
- Coordination
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Time Management
- Leadership Team Building
- Organizational Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Operational Excellence
Timeline
President
Adams Express Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2024
Operations Manager
Penske Logistics
12.2000 - 12.2009
Operations Manager
Several LTL Carriers / CF MotorFreight, Humboldt Express, Preston Trucking and Watkins Motor Lines
08.1994 - 12.2000
Local Pick up and Delivery Driver
St Johnsburry Trucking Company
05.1985 - 06.1993
Associate of Science - Finance
SUNY Cobleskill
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