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John Damico

Sarasota

Summary

Versatile and results-driven entrepreneur and operations executive with over three decades of experience launching, growing, and selling businesses across a range of industries, including healthcare, finance, landscaping, and youth sports. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize processes, and drive sustainable revenue growth. Known for a hands-on leadership style, strategic thinking, and thriving in fast-paced, evolving environments. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for innovation and operational excellence.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Founder

Next Generation Soccer Academy
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Founded and built a premier youth soccer academy, scaling to over 300 active members.
  • Designed structured training programs and implemented business systems for long-term success.
  • Successfully exited by selling the business in 2023.

Founding Member

Circle Urgent Care
01.2014 - 01.2022
  • Co-founded and operated three high-performing urgent care centers.
  • Directed business development, operational strategy, and organizational growth.
  • Oversaw all aspects of scaling and management before selling ownership in 2022.

Co-Founder & Owner

Costa Rica Landscape Management
01.2008 - 01.2014
  • Acquired and rebranded a small landscaping company, transforming it into a thriving operation.
  • Expanded staff from 3 to 18 employees and increased revenue by more than 700%.
  • Successfully sold the business following strong market growth and brand establishment.

Founder & Consultant

Independent Consulting
01.2000 - 01.2007
  • Advised individual investors and trading groups on maximizing online trading platforms.
  • Developed custom trading strategies focused on efficiency, education, and profitability.

Team Member

Datek Online
01.1996 - 01.2000
  • Contributed to innovative teams at one of the first online brokerages offering direct equity trading.
  • Played a key role in the development of a streaming quote system to deliver real-time market data.

Operations Manager

Rainbow Food Services
01.1991 - 01.1996
  • Managed day-to-day operations, overseeing a team of five employees.
  • Implemented workflow improvements that enhanced service delivery and team productivity.
  • Applied strategic problem-solving techniques to drive operational efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economics

William Paterson University
01.1991

Skills

  • Business development expertise
  • Operational efficiency management
  • Strategic Problem Solving
  • Investment strategy development
  • Process optimization
  • Team Leadership & Talent Development
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • Adaptability to new challenges

Timeline

Co-Founder

Next Generation Soccer Academy
01.2020 - 01.2023

Founding Member

Circle Urgent Care
01.2014 - 01.2022

Co-Founder & Owner

Costa Rica Landscape Management
01.2008 - 01.2014

Founder & Consultant

Independent Consulting
01.2000 - 01.2007

Team Member

Datek Online
01.1996 - 01.2000

Operations Manager

Rainbow Food Services
01.1991 - 01.1996

Bachelor of Science - Economics

William Paterson University

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