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Kurk Nelson

Killeen,TX

Summary

Entrepreneurial Owner with experience and solid history of business success. Built operations from ground up with strategic and scalable approaches. Well-oriented to quickly identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-owner

PRS Towing and Transport
01.2021 - Current
  • Analyzed financial reports to identify areas of improvement in operations.
  • Established policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Created and implemented procedures for handling customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Developed and maintained a team of call center representatives to meet performance standards.
  • Monitored daily operations, including call volume, average speed of answer, service levels, customer satisfaction scores, and other key metrics.
  • Organized and facilitated team-building activities, including monthly staff meetings.
  • Conducted recruitment process for new hires, including job postings, interviews and background checks.
  • Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
  • Created and presented monthly reports to management on sales performance.
  • Monitored industry trends and competitor activities to stay ahead of the competition.
  • Developed strategies for increasing customer loyalty and satisfaction.
  • Created marketing campaigns to promote products and services.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations including staffing, inventory management, budgeting, accounting, and payroll processing.
  • Implemented new technologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
  • Oversaw customer service activities to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded.
  • Maintained a comprehensive knowledge of industry developments and competitive landscape.
  • Resolved any customer complaints or issues quickly in order to maintain positive relationships.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times within the workplace.
  • Monitored expenses closely to stay within allocated budgets for each project and initiative.
  • Collaborated with other co-owners on strategic decisions related to the company's growth plan.
  • Cultivated and maintained industry relationships and customer partnerships to capitalize on opportunities and maximize business success.

Owner

Parking Lot Management
01.2020 - Current
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Analyzed industry trends to develop competitive strategies.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
  • Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Provided direction and guidance to employees.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.

Co-owner

Artemis Recovery
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Developed strategies for increasing customer loyalty and satisfaction.
  • Analyzed financial reports to identify areas of improvement in operations.
  • Established policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations including staffing, inventory management, budgeting, accounting, and payroll processing.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure the best terms possible.
  • Implemented new technologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
  • Oversaw customer service activities to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded.

Owner

Kurks Lot Checking Services
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.

Manager

Professinal Recovery Services
01.2016 - 01.2018

Sales Manager

United Road Towing
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase market share.
  • Identified and developed new markets for products or services.
  • Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
  • Monitored industry trends and competitor activities to stay ahead of the competition.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials for target customers.
  • Provided technical support for customers when needed, answering questions about product features and capabilities.
  • Organized trade shows and other events as a means of increasing visibility in the marketplace.
  • Researched potential customers using various sources such as public records, web searches.
  • Assisted senior management in developing long-term strategic goals for the company's growth.

Repo Agent

Professional Recovery and Collecion Services
01.2009 - 01.2012

Account Manager

All Hours Towing
01.2003 - 01.2009

Co-owner

Palmers Bar
01.1997 - 01.2003

Education

High School -

Jefferson Senior High
Bloomington, MN
06-1995

Automotive

Hennepin Technical Collage

Skills

  • Budget Development
  • Business Growth
  • Recruiting and training
  • Staffing
  • Policy and procedure implementation
  • Customer Retention
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Employee Relations
  • Customer Relations
  • Small business operations
  • Records Management
  • Operations Management
  • Business Development

Timeline

Co-owner

PRS Towing and Transport
01.2021 - Current

Owner

Parking Lot Management
01.2020 - Current

Co-owner

Artemis Recovery
01.2018 - 01.2020

Owner

Kurks Lot Checking Services
01.2018 - 01.2020

Manager

Professinal Recovery Services
01.2016 - 01.2018

Sales Manager

United Road Towing
01.2012 - 01.2016

Repo Agent

Professional Recovery and Collecion Services
01.2009 - 01.2012

Account Manager

All Hours Towing
01.2003 - 01.2009

Co-owner

Palmers Bar
01.1997 - 01.2003

High School -

Jefferson Senior High

Automotive

Hennepin Technical Collage
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