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Larry Clifford

Omaha,NE

Summary

Dynamic business owner and former Project Manager at Lee's Landscaping, skilled in strategic planning and customer relations. Achieved a remarkable revenue increase from $75,000 to $1.8 million at Essential Baking Company by implementing process improvements and fostering team development. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and drive operational efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

The Garden Tailor
04.2024 - Current
  • Developed business plan outlining operational workflows and customer engagement strategies.
  • Conducted market research to identify target demographics and competition insights.
  • Managed daily operations, including scheduling, vendor relations, and customer service initiatives.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.

Project Manager

Lee's Landscaping
06.2016 - 02.2020
  • Coordinated project schedules and resources to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
  • Facilitated communication between collaborating contractors, reported to the Owner/Project Director and provide project transparency.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Led cross-functional teams to successful project completions, improving team cohesion and productivity with effective leadership strategies.
  • Implemented project management tools to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.
  • Monitored project progress, identifying risks and proposing solutions to mitigate issues.

Development Supervisor

Essential Baking Company
06.2012 - 04.2015
  • Project Highlight: took an area of the Business that was earning $75,000 a fiscal year and in 2 years generated 1.8 million a year. (MOD Pizza)
  • Led team in implementing process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency and workflow management.
  • Developed training programs for new staff, fostering skill development and knowledge retention.
  • Streamlined project management processes using Agile methodologies to improve delivery timelines.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.


Education

High School Diploma -

Boxelder Job Corp
Nemo, SD

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Project management
  • Strategic planning
  • Project estimating
  • Staff management
  • Marketing
  • Business development
  • Negotiation
  • Sales leadership
  • Bidding processes
  • Sales management
  • Talent development
  • Quality management systems
  • Hiring and staffing

Timeline

Owner

The Garden Tailor
04.2024 - Current

Project Manager

Lee's Landscaping
06.2016 - 02.2020

Development Supervisor

Essential Baking Company
06.2012 - 04.2015

High School Diploma -

Boxelder Job Corp

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