John Kendall
Co-Owner / Operator
Grosse Pointe,MI
Summary
Motivated operations manager with strong interpersonal skills and a focus on new business development. Skilled in overseeing daily operations, turning customer inquiries into confirmed bookings, and delivering high-quality service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Owner / Operator
Great Lakes Clean Team
01.2026 - Current
- Manage day-to-day business operations, including scheduling, equipment, route planning, and service quality.
- Operate and maintain specialized cleaning equipment and service vehicles while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality completion of daily routes.
- Generate new business by explaining services, engaging prospective customers, and encouraging sign-ups.
- Convert customer inquiries into booked services by explaining cleaning options and answering questions.
Landscape Crew Member
Morgan's Landscaping
05.2025 - 03.2026
- Operate and maintain landscaping equipment, including commercial mowers, trimmers, blowers, and other power equipment.
- Assisted in planting trees, shrubs, and flowers according to design specifications and seasonal requirements.
- Provide seasonal snow removal services, including plowing, shoveling, salting, and maintaining safe walkways and driveways.
- Followed safety protocols while handling tools and machinery to ensure a secure work environment.
Sales Associate
Pointers for Academic Excellence
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Presented on behalf of PFAE at community meetings and events during a local millage campaign.
- Engaged community members by clearly communicating key issues and answering voter questions.
- Advocated for the millage through public speaking and outreach designed to build awareness and voter support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Wayne State University
Detroit06.2029
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MISkills
Operations management
Performance analysis
Marketing expertise
Customer relations
New business development
Sales development
Business marketing
Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Co-Owner / Operator
Great Lakes Clean Team
01.2026 - Current
Landscape Crew Member
Morgan's Landscaping
05.2025 - 03.2026
Sales Associate
Pointers for Academic Excellence
06.2023 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Schoolcraft College