Dynamic Area Vice President at ThompsonGas Propane with a proven track record in operations management and strategic planning. Enhanced revenue growth through innovative marketing strategies and streamlined processes, while fostering a culture of employee engagement. Skilled in financial acumen and committed to driving operational efficiency and profitability. Maintaining Safety as the core foundation of everything we do.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Vice President
ThompsonGas Propane
01.2023 - Current
Responsible for a territory that includes 8 states in the East and Northeast that accounts for 30M gallons and $22M Operating Income Annually
Lead a Team of 15 Managers and 4 Account Managers supporting over 220 employees
Manage budgets effectively, balancing investments in people, infrastructure, and technology to ensure optimal returns on investment.
Increased sales performance by developing and implementing strategic plans for the area.
Deliver consistent revenue growth by monitoring market trends and adjusting sales strategies accordingly.
Streamlined operations, reducing costs by identifying areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
Promote a positive workplace culture to promote employee engagement, productivity, and retention.
Manage a team of safety professionals, fostering an environment of collaboration and continuous improvement in safety performance & metrics.
Area Director
AmeriGas Propane
08.2019 - 01.2023
Responsible for 82M gallons and $90M Operating EBITDA in the Florida and Georgia market.
Led a team of 24 Managers across 18 locations to support over 300 employees
Monitored regional performance metrics, providing timely feedback and implementing corrective actions when necessary to ensure goals were achieved consistently across all locations.
Increased revenue growth with the implementation of innovative marketing strategies and sales techniques.
Spearheaded change management initiatives that facilitated organizational transformations while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
Promoted a strong safety culture through employee engagement and communication initiatives.
District Manager
AmeriGas Propane
05.2016 - 08.2019
Responsible for 7.4M gallons and $7.5M in annual EBITDA in the Central Florida Area
Increased Operating EBITDA by $1M in an 18 month period by focusing on Growth and Retention efforts while driving Operational Improvements.
Provide Leadership and direction to 4 Operations Managers and a team of 48 employees
Supervised multiple locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
Achieved consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding existing client base within the district.
Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as federal/state regulations by conducting regular audits of operational practices at each location within the district.
Promote a Safety Culture to improve in all safety metrics including LWC, OSHA recordable and vehicle incidents
District Operations Manager
Ferrellgas
10.2008 - 05.2016
Ensure accountability for performance of 17 qualified employees
Contributed to talent acquisition efforts by participating in recruitment strategies and candidate selection processes.
Developed strategic plans for the district to achieve short-term and long-term goals.
Improved district operations efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
Identified business development opportunities resulting in revenue growth for the district.
Responsible for route planning and scheduling utilizing Descartes routing system and Road Net routing tool
Supported continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing District health and safety performance metrics
Route Operations Manager
DS Waters of America, Inc
05.2001 - 10.2008
Responsible for $8.4M in sales revenue by providing leadership to 23 field employees
Collaborated with sales team to identify potential new business opportunities within existing routes.
Direct planning to assure performance goals were clearly defined, attainable and consistent with Division strategy
Provided ongoing training to drivers on best practices, safety guidelines, and company policies to promote professional growth.
Monitored driver performance metrics such as delivery times, adherence to schedules, and customer feedback for continuous improvement efforts.
Developed strong relationships with key clients, fostering trust and loyalty through proactive communication and service excellence.
Implemented safety protocols to reduce accidents and maintain compliance with regulations.
Ensured fleet vehicles were well-maintained through regular inspections and timely repairs when necessary.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Delgado Community College
Slidell, LA
05.1995
Skills
Operations management
Sales management
Financial acumen
Innovation management
Strategic planning
Growth planning
Timeline
Area Vice President
ThompsonGas Propane
01.2023 - Current
Area Director
AmeriGas Propane
08.2019 - 01.2023
District Manager
AmeriGas Propane
05.2016 - 08.2019
District Operations Manager
Ferrellgas
10.2008 - 05.2016
Route Operations Manager
DS Waters of America, Inc
05.2001 - 10.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management