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Juliana Mello

Fort Lauderdale,FL

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Small Business Co-Owner

De Marchi Corp
07.2019 - Current
  • Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
  • Designed business plan to define concept, short-term and long-term goals and strategies.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Researched trends and current innovations to determine competition and develop competitive pricing points.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.

Managing Owner

Akazza Interiors, LLC
01.2016 - 05.2017
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • 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.

Manager of Operations

CQ Construction
06.2010 - 04.2014
  • Established positive and effective communication among the company and banks, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.

Business Owner/Operator

Pioneiro Gas Station
08.2007 - 06.2010
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over inquiries.
  • Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.

Company Owner

Nova Amazonas Lottery
07.2005 - 08.2007
  • Oversaw daily business operations and financial decisions to drive profitability and growth.
  • Developed long-term relationships with service providers.
  • Resolved customer service issues with timely and professional resolutions.
  • Implemented strategic plans to inprove performance and increase client acquisition.
  • Motivated employees to consistently improve performance through company-wide incentive plans.
  • Managed 5 employees by supervising daily tasks.

Physical Therapist

Fisioclinica - Physical Reabilitation
10.2000 - 05.2005
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
  • Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Recorded patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts.

Education

Master of Science - Respiratory Therapy

UNB - Brasilia University
Brasilia, Brazil
10.1998

Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy

FIPLAC - Faculdades Integradas Do Planalto Central
Brasilia - Brazil
06.1997

Skills

  • New Business Launch
  • Cost Control
  • Opportunity Identification
  • Business Management and Development
  • Planning and Execution
  • Training and Development

Timeline

Small Business Co-Owner

De Marchi Corp
07.2019 - Current

Managing Owner

Akazza Interiors, LLC
01.2016 - 05.2017

Manager of Operations

CQ Construction
06.2010 - 04.2014

Business Owner/Operator

Pioneiro Gas Station
08.2007 - 06.2010

Company Owner

Nova Amazonas Lottery
07.2005 - 08.2007

Physical Therapist

Fisioclinica - Physical Reabilitation
10.2000 - 05.2005

Master of Science - Respiratory Therapy

UNB - Brasilia University

Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy

FIPLAC - Faculdades Integradas Do Planalto Central
Juliana Mello