Kevin C. Amato
Pleasantville
Summary
Customer-oriented general manager with extensive experience in boosting production and reducing downtime. Proven ability to manage multiple projects under pressure while meeting tight deadlines. Strong communication and problem-solving skills enhance team performance and ensure effective execution of business strategies.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager/Project Manager
Main Street Home and Garden Company Inc.
Hawthorne
12.2020 - Current
- Company Overview: Landscaping and General Contracting
- Responsible for managing staff of 12 employees, scheduling, and overseeing training and task management
- Managing 80 landscaping customers estimates, projects, and weekly services
- Developing and maintaining relationships with subcontractors
- Submitting all permits, COI's and any other necessary paperwork for any construction project
- Responsible for all Account payables, account receivables, payroll and taxes
- Training and operating heavy machinery, excavator, loader, fork lift, pipe puller and more
- Setting maintenance schedules for and procedures for equipment
- Assisting in light repairs of equipment and trucks
- Mapping out and help install irrigation systems both residential and commercial
- Landscaping and General Contracting
General Manager
American Sports and Entertainment Centers LLC
Rye
09.2016 - 03.2020
- Responsible for managing staff of 20 employees, scheduling, and overseeing training and task management
- Overseeing and creating a budget of 1.5 million dollars
- Contract negotiations for all customer ice rentals and special events
- Implemented new summer program with former NHL player to create new revenue stream
- Created a beginner skating program which aided in keeping learn to skate revenue stream strong
- Between 2018 and 2019 increased profits by 4%
- Website management
Operations Manager
Westchester Skating Academy
Elmsford
12.2014 - 09.2016
- Responsible for managing staff of 20 employees, scheduling, training, and task management
- Implemented online task and communication board which improved productivity among employees
- Acquired pivotal budget management experience. Saved company 25% in payroll during the summer months compared to previous year
- Provided excellent customer service; encouraged customers to sign up for additional programs.
- Coached Westchester Vipers Travel Team
Facility Manager
Kettler Capitals Iceplex
Arlington
08.2013 - 12.2014
- Operation budget of $950,000 not reached to save company ~$5,000-$7,000 for the year
- Executed training and transition of rink management software (RMS to MaxGalaxy) (1 month transition period)
- Hired and trained front desk manager and all guest services personnel
- Trained Managers on Duty and Operators of Ice Resurfacers
- Coached Capitals Academy Travel Team
Supervisor
Westchester Skating Academy
Elmsford
10.2004 - 08.2013
- Responsible for opening and/or closing of the facility
- Improved quality of the ice due to excellent maintenance
- Repaired and maintained facility
- Learned proper control of compressor systems
- Managed ice attendants and janitors
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Management
The Catholic University of America
Washington, D.C.05.2014
High School Diploma -
Fordham Preparatory School
Bronx, NY05.2005
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
- Employee management and training
- Customer service and relationship management
- Budget and project management
- Revenue generation and profit oversight
- Facility operations and supervision
- Effective communication skills
- Team leadership and staff motivation
- Problem solving and deadline orientation
- Social media and website administration
- Service quality improvement strategies
- Interpersonal skills
- Facility management
- Operations oversight
- Purchasing and planning
- Account management
Volunteer Experience
- Co-Founder and Organizer of The Ryan Gebler Memorial CUA Alumni Hockey Game, Raised $10,000 annually for the past 12 years for the Never Retreat foundation, Acquired valuable sports memorabilia for auction and raffle, worked with other founders to scheudule, set up and execute our goals each year.
- Habitat for Humanity, Robbins County, Tennessee, 2003, High School Student, Participated to build homes for less fortunate. Fundraised to be able to attend the trip, 2005, Alumni Chaperone, Participated as an Alumni Chaperone
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
General Manager/Project Manager
Main Street Home and Garden Company Inc.
12.2020 - Current
General Manager
American Sports and Entertainment Centers LLC
09.2016 - 03.2020
Operations Manager
Westchester Skating Academy
12.2014 - 09.2016
Facility Manager
Kettler Capitals Iceplex
08.2013 - 12.2014
Supervisor
Westchester Skating Academy
10.2004 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Management
The Catholic University of America
High School Diploma -
Fordham Preparatory School
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