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Larry Richards

Arlington Heights,IL

Summary

Performance-driven leader with 20+ years of experience aligning systems with business requirements, policies, and regulatory requirements. Results-oriented individual well-versed in interfacing and consulting on business processes to drive results based on sound judgement. Adept at implementing improvements to optimize efficiency in business operations.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President

Goldman Sachs & Co
02.2005 - Current
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
  • Managed financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing return on investments.
  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
  • Leveraged technology to automate workflows and streamline processes, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings across the organization.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance at all times by implementing robust internal controls systems coupled with proactive monitoring mechanisms.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.

Regional Operations Manager

DynCorp International
03.2004 - 02.2005
  • Coordinated with other regional managers to share best practices, streamline processes, and improve overall organizational effectiveness.
  • Monitored and analyzed performance data, identifying areas of improvement and developing corrective action plans.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving strategies.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to develop strategies for increasing market share and revenue growth.
  • Led weekly meetings with regional staff to review progress, address challenges and drive timely task completion.
  • Oversaw multiple facility expansions, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
  • Enforced compliance with local, state and federal regulations and company standards.

Staff Sergeant

United States Marine Corps
11.1996 - 03.2004
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Relationship building
  • ProWatch
  • Genetec
  • Confluence
  • Operations management
  • Risk management
  • Process improvement
  • Contract negotiation
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Project management

Timeline

Vice President

Goldman Sachs & Co
02.2005 - Current

Regional Operations Manager

DynCorp International
03.2004 - 02.2005

Staff Sergeant

United States Marine Corps
11.1996 - 03.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Loyola University of Chicago

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