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Lafe Coldwater

Enid,OK

Summary

Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience.

Successful in capitalizing on new trends and technologies to drive business development initiatives and achieve sales goals.

Skillfully adept at creating and maintaining professional relationships with co-workers, staff, clients, and the community while managing administrative duties, as well as collaborative sales ventures.

Proficient at working in both team-based and independent capacities, while bringing a strong work ethic, leadership, and excellent organizational skills to any setting.

Accomplished in continuous improvement, idea development, project coordination, and community networking.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Enid Axe
Enid, OK
11.2020 - Current
  • Managed and supervised a group of 10-15 employees.
  • Implemented strategies to facilitate third party vendor participation, expanding opportunities for resale in store and at events.
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels through regular appraisals, consistently replenishing stock with new merchandise.
  • Formulated and applied techniques to boost customer satisfaction levels, loyalty rates, business profitability, and operational effectiveness.
  • Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase engagement.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by managing documentation for food and beverage licenses
  • Oversaw business's social media presence and executed successful marketing campaigns within the community
  • Employed market research to generate fresh ideas and effective strategies.
  • Cultivated and enhanced community relationships through effective communication and networking skills.

Field Tier 2 Remote Support

Pason Systems USA Corp (2007-2020)
Houston, TX
08.2015 - 05.2020
  • Provided technical support for land-based and offshore drilling instrumentation, improving productivity and minimizing downtime
  • Succeeded in remotely modifying sensors and instruments to address technical problems, leading to improved customer experience and more efficient drilling processes.
  • Enhanced customer experience through the application of remote problem-solving techniques
  • Enhanced cost-saving measures and streamlined operations through the elimination of unnecessary site visits.
  • Showcased proficiency in Microsoft Office and typing speed (65 WPM)
  • Delivered primary and secondary level support to customers, Help Desk Technicians, Field Technicians and R&D personnel
  • Collaborated in a team of 8 to generate and enhance innovative techniques and protocols for enhancing products, services, and support

Field Service and Sales Technician

Pason Systems USA Corp (2007-2020)
Enid, OK
02.2007 - 07.2015
  • Ensured seamless customer experience through impeccable installation and timely maintenance of land-based drilling instrumentation and cutting-edge data acquisition technologies such as 4-20 mA sensors, computer equipment, satellite data technology, cellular data communication devices.
  • Facilitated onboarding of new employees through classroom instruction and hands-on mentoring
  • Performed thorough testing on a variety of products and software, supplying essential data and feedback to enhance their development.
  • Conducted regular inspections on installed company products to verify functional efficacy of all components
  • Engaged in conversations with clients, collecting relevant details to effectively sell company services.
  • Managed company safety policies, certifications, and training to mitigate safety incidents.

Warehouse Supervisor

Pope Distributing Co
Enid, OK
04.2005 - 03.2007
  • Supervised a team of 5-10 employees in loading and unloading beverage distribution trucks
  • Received, stocked and rotated product according to industry standards
  • Worked to maintain a constant workflow and a safe work environment
  • Performed daily inspections of loads arriving at the warehouse and filed reports accordingly
  • Ensured employees were up-to-date with forklift and CDL truck driving skills and certifications to facilitate smooth operations

L&M Tile

Self Employed
Enid, OK
05.2001 - 02.2007
  • Installed and removed all forms of ceramic, porcelain, and marble tile
  • Coordinated a team of 2-5 employees in construction related activities
  • Prepared bids for commercial and non-commercial jobs
  • Analyzed the best plan for starting and finishing jobs in a timely manner and with the highest quality installation
  • Presented oral and written reports to home and business owners
  • Provided friendly and knowledgeable service to all customers

Education

Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Oklahoma Christian University
Edmond, OK
12.2000

High School Diploma -

Forgan High School
Pason'sForgan, OK
05.1996

Skills

  • Community engagement
  • Marketing tactics and strategy
  • Customer service
  • Team support and oversight
  • Partnership development
  • Schedule planning
  • Conflict resolution
  • Idea creation and implementation
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Relationship building and development
  • Safety policy management
  • Brand and content generation

References

Professional:

Russ Patterson (Manager) - SS Coatings - Director of Operations

580-548-7409 - sscoatings@att.net

Justin English (Owner) - Rhino Overhead Doors - Owner/Operator

405-919-6287 - 

George Dupont (Supervisor) - Pason Systems USA - Regional Manager

405-206-0180 - dupontgeorgea@gmail.com

James Parks (Supervisor) - Pason Systems Canada - Director of Support Services

403-860-0136 - jwparks@telus.net

Accomplishments

  • Honorary Commander for the 8th Flying Training Squadron at Vance Air Force Base 2023-present
  • Enid Chamber of Commerce 2023 Businessman of the Year
  • Enid Monthly's Best Entertainment 2022, 2023 and 2024
  • Main Street Enid Community Choice and Best Interior Renovation 2024
  • Enid News and Eagle Readers Choice awards 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
  • Main Street Enid Business of the year 2023

Timeline

Owner

Enid Axe
11.2020 - Current

Field Tier 2 Remote Support

Pason Systems USA Corp (2007-2020)
08.2015 - 05.2020

Field Service and Sales Technician

Pason Systems USA Corp (2007-2020)
02.2007 - 07.2015

Warehouse Supervisor

Pope Distributing Co
04.2005 - 03.2007

L&M Tile

Self Employed
05.2001 - 02.2007

Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Oklahoma Christian University

High School Diploma -

Forgan High School

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