Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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John Ashworth

John Ashworth

Owner/President
Houston,TX

Summary

Experience as Owner/President at JW Ashworth Enterprises, DBA Ashworth Lawn & Landscape, excelling in customer relations and financial management. Spearheaded strategic marketing initiatives, boosting client base by over 20%. Cultivated strong client relationships and optimized operations, enhancing service quality and efficiency. Proficient in budget development and relationship building, driving business growth and customer satisfaction.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/President

JW Ashworth Enterprises DBA Ashworth Lawn & Landsc
05.2010 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day operations, ensuring high-quality landscaping services and customer satisfaction.
  • Developed strategic marketing initiatives to expand client base and enhance brand visibility.
  • Oversaw project planning and execution, optimizing resource allocation and workflow efficiency.
  • Trained and mentored crew members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
  • Implemented cost-control measures, reducing operational expenses while maintaining service quality.
  • Established strong client relationships through effective communication and tailored service offerings.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Oversaw project management for landscaping services, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
  • Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
  • Adopted cutting-edge technologies to improve productivity levels within the organization.
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.

Education

GED -

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
05-1980

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Business management
  • Financial management
  • Budget development
  • Schedule management
  • Records organization and management
  • Desktops, laptops, and mobile devices
  • Budget control

Accomplishments

  • Received Route Businessman of the Year at Frito Lay along with other accolades with Frito Lay
  • Product Promotion - Up-sold products and motivated customers to upgrade current product plans.
  • Conflict Resolution - Responsible for handling customer account inquiries, accurately providing information to ensure resolution of product/service complaints and customer satisfaction.

Timeline

Owner/President

JW Ashworth Enterprises DBA Ashworth Lawn & Landsc
05.2010 - Current

GED -

Houston Community College