Kendell Blake
Yancey,TX
Summary
Business- minded professional tackling any job task with gusto and precision. Determined Owner, Operator, Office Manager, Dispatcher, Accounting and Payroll Manager delivering exceptional service. Demonstrates positive attitude and readiness to adapt to different situations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Jb Wastewater Maintenance Providers
Yancey, TX
01.2003 - Current
- Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Coordinated with technical and IT teams to develop company website and create online advertisements.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Managed sales presentations to promote product and brand benefits.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Special Events Coordinator
AGC/Quoin
Fort Worth, TX
09.1999 - 01.2003
- Coordinated vendors, timelines and budgets for events.
- Organized event facility, food and beverage selections and audio-visual arrangements.
- Oversaw event logistics, venue scheduling and accommodations.
- Selected chefs or catering companies to prepare food for events.
- Utilized internal databases to prepare and distribute guest lists, electronic invitations and registration processes.
- Negotiated with vendors to achieve most favorable terms.
- Developed diagrams and floor plans with event setup requirements.
- Worked in tandem with department head to coordinate logistics of all calendar events.
- Planned and coordinated registration, hotel accommodations and transportation to facilitate smooth execution of event activities.
- Led site walk-through and meetings prior to event to go over checklists and delegate assignments to staff.
- Recruited sponsors for events and planned scope of involvement, financial tie-ins and promotional aspects for mutual benefit.
- Created program activities, agendas and budgets based on client requirements.
- Helped clients produce brochures, publications and event-specific materials for optimum effect.
- Implemented promotional strategies to maximize conference and convention attendees.
- Applied industry knowledge and personal expertise to customize meetings, conferences and conventions to specific standards.
- Chose facilities, inspected spaces and planned set up and execution to exceed client expectation.
- Attended and participated in industry events.
- Selected catering services for different types of events, balancing cost, menu and term options against client demands.
- Conferred with customers to gather event requirements and explore opportunities.
- Managed safe and smooth food delivery at banquets, conferences and social events.
- Sourced speakers and special guests for wide range of corporate, industry and charitable events.
- Worked with professional and trade associations to create memorable and successful events.
- Designed contracts, collected fees and booked venues for events.
- Oversaw advanced event registration and day-of check-in to handle high volume of guests.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TXSkills
- Administrative Oversight
- Business Management
- Marketing and advertising
- Sales oversight
- Staff hiring
- Business Development
- Marketing
- Contract Management
- Bidding processes
- Customer Relations
- Profit and Loss
- Design coordination
Software/Computer Programs
- Online QuickBooks
- Many Wastewater Industry Software's
- MicroSoft
- Gmail
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Owner
Jb Wastewater Maintenance Providers
01.2003 - Current
Special Events Coordinator
AGC/Quoin
09.1999 - 01.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Tarleton State University
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