Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant General Manager
Swissport 3P Amazon -Cargo
12.2019 - Current
Managed operations team of 31 Managers and 400+ employees to support operational excellence and excellent customer service.
Monitored key performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
Engaged team members and improved performance by delivering daily updates and conducting regular meetings to obtain feedback and convey new policies.
Inspect all work areas for compliance such as OSHA, DOT, and FAA mandated safety risks or concerns.
Worked closely with HR, Payroll, Training and our Ground Service Equipment Managers to ensure compliance of all aspects of operations.
General/Performance Manager
GAT Airline Ground Support
07.2017 - 12.2019
Project Manager for newly awarded business with the coordination and implementation of all aspects of operations prior, during and after start-up fo all lines of business in the U.S.
Monitored key performance indicators and built processes to support partner performance and growth.
Tracked, analyzed and executed quality and continuous improvement initiatives to hold departments accountable for performance.
Transformed existing processes and rebuilt platform to optimize information utility and process efficiency.
Conducted thorough reviews of operations to devise and deploy improvement strategies.
Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees.
Senior Terminal Manager
Swissport, N.A
07.2016 - 07.2017
Reviewed, negotiated and completed vendor, contractor and employee contracts for 2 busiest customers.
Kept operations safe and productive by utilizing advanced training techniques, team meetings and diligent oversight
Established and administered operational budgets, tracked expenses and maintained cost controls
Worked with customers to manage complaints and offer guidance
Negotiated agreements between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance
Prepared relevant SRM documents in conformance with Safety Management System (SMS).
General Manager
Piedmont Airlines
01.2005 - 07.2016
Interacted in positive manner with multiple regulatory and government agencies to build connections and nurture relationships
Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions
Established and administered annual budget with effective controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives
Directed HR operations, including strategic workforce planning, goal cascading, performance management, staffing and benefits administration
Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
Inspect all work areas for compliance such as OSHA, DOT, and FAA mandated safety risks or concerns and help company evolve and grow.
Founder/Chief Executive Officer
Legacy Trucking Inc
01.1999 - 12.2003
Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives
Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth
Aligned organizational objectives with company's mission, increasing revenue, profit and business growth by collaboratively developing integrated strategies.
Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.
Assessed financial reports and statements regularly to update processes and operations for greater profitability.
Assessed vehicles in fleet, identifying those requiring immediate repair work and minor maintenance.
Staff Appraiser
Pam Long Appraisals
01.1995 - 02.2003
Inspected properties first-hand, collected measurements and reviewed historical documents to complete thorough evaluations.
Computed final estimation of property values, taking into account depreciation, value comparisons of similar properties and income potential.
Completed inspections of properties and property improvements to determine market values.
Took photographs of interior and exterior of buildings to properly document features and conditions.
Researched land, property and market values to complete estimations.
Performed appraisals in line with federal requirements and USPAP guidelines.
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