Jonathon Guzan
Parrish,FL
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in small business operations and team leadership. Skilled in developing strategic marketing initiatives and managing daily operations to drive growth and enhance customer satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner
SeaState Land Services Company
Parrish, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Managed financial operations, including budgeting and expense tracking, ensuring profitability.
- Oversaw daily business activities, optimizing workflow for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Developed marketing strategies to increase brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Trained and mentored new team members on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Implemented inventory management systems to streamline supply chain processes.
- Collaborated with local vendors to secure cost-effective materials and services, enhancing product quality.
- Enhanced customer relationship management practices, improving client retention rates through personalized service.
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service quality to customers.
- Created financial plans and budgets to optimize resources, track expenses, and ensure profitability.
- Hired trained, and supervised staff to maintain high levels of productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Launched new products or services by conducting market research, identifying opportunities, and developing targeted promotional campaigns.
- Developed strategic partnerships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms to control costs and improve product offerings.
- Participated in business events, conferences and trade shows to promote products and network with business owners and prospective clients.
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
Camp Lejeune, Jacksnonville NC
07.2017 - 07.2023
- Led infantry squad in tactical operations, enhancing mission effectiveness and team cohesion.
- Developed training programs for junior Marines, fostering skill acquisition and operational readiness.
- Coordinated logistical support for field exercises, ensuring timely delivery of supplies and equipment.
- Implemented safety protocols during live-fire exercises, reducing risk and enhancing soldier preparedness.
- Mentored personnel on leadership principles, cultivating future leaders within the squad.
- Conducted performance evaluations for squad members, promoting accountability and professional growth.
- Managed logistical requirements for the squad, ensuring appropriate equipment allocation and maintenance schedules were followed.
- Maintained a high level of discipline and professionalism in the squad, leading by example at all times.
- Improved squad performance by implementing rigorous training and evaluation methods.
- Supervised and led squad of 23 Marines and 1 Navy Corpsman, setting high standard of efficiency, loyalty, and integrity.
- Inspected weapons for proper cleanliness and functionality and identified parts for repair.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned government equipment and personal worth more than $5,000,000.00.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Led unit in bilateral field exercises and operations while deployed training both U.S. and foreign military in close quarters combat (CQB) tactics strengthening the relationship of the united states
- Awards and achievements: Received 3 meritorious promotions, completed 3 deployments holding a leadership billet, completed advanced Infantryman's course and infantry small unit leaders course, tactical combat casualty care course, underwater egress trainer, designated marksman course, received a meritorious mast, good conduct medal, Navy Marine Corps achievement medal while serving under 1st Battalion 2nd Marine Division.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Everglades University
Sarasota, FL05-2026
Skills
- Business operations
- Project planning
- Vendor management
- Marketing strategy
- Operations oversight
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 80 staff members.
Timeline
Small Business Owner
SeaState Land Services Company
08.2023 - Current
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
07.2017 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Everglades University