Lawrence Holbrook
Longwood,FL
Summary
Strategic leader with expertise in financial strategy, budgeting, and cash flow management. Skilled in team building and driving innovation to enhance operational efficiency and achieve business objectives. Proven track record of converting challenges into growth opportunities, impacting profitability and organizational performance.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
CFO, Vice President
Premier Association Management of Central Florida
Lake Mary, Florida
02.2013 - 01.2023
- Formulated financial strategies to align with organizational objectives and goals.
- Developed long-range plans for business growth, contributing to a significant increase in annual sales.
- Managed budgeting processes for precise financial planning and forecasting.
- Oversaw financial reporting to deliver insights on company performance.
- Directed cash flow management, ensuring liquidity and supporting operational efficiency.
- Implemented internal controls to enhance compliance and minimize financial risk.
- Devised funding strategies to align with company vision and facilitate tactical initiatives.
Squadron Commander
United States Air Force Reserve
Homestead, FL
10.1991 - 02.2013
- Led diverse teams in high-pressure environments to achieve mission objectives across Balad, Iraq and Bagram, Afghanistan.
- Developed training programs to enhance operational readiness and team effectiveness.
- Mentored junior officers by providing guidance on leadership and operational tactics.
- Monitored squadron personnel for compliance with conduct standards and regulations.
- Actively participated in planning processes for future deployments and exercises involving squadrons.
- Executed strategic plans for squadron operations to ensure mission success.
- Implemented emergency response security measures to eliminate hazards and mitigate risks.
Reading Teacher
Seminole County Schools
Lake Mary, Florida
08.1992 - 05.2001
- Recognized as 1997 National Teacher of the Year by International Reading Association and served as keynote speaker at annual convention.
- Developed school-within-a-school model, supporting 100 special needs students with reading levels below second grade.
- Implemented IEPs and progress reports, ensuring compliance with state-specific requirements and tracking student progress.
- Conducted assessments to identify individual reading needs and establish targeted goals.
- Facilitated small group instruction, improving reading comprehension skills among diverse learners.
- Utilized educational technology tools to promote interactive learning experiences.
Section Commander
United States Air Force, USAF
Panama City, Florida
09.1983 - 10.1991
- Provided critical input on mission planning for air force objectives during Operation Desert Shield/Storm.
- Coordinated logistics and support for various air force missions and exercises.
- Conducted inspections of equipment and facilities to ensure operational efficiency.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining compliance with military regulations and standards.
- Led training programs to improve operational readiness and enforce safety procedures.
- Facilitated meetings with higher headquarters staff to align mission objectives.
- Acted as liaison between command element and subordinate units to enhance communication.
- Contributed to development of strategic plans for upcoming operations to maximize readiness.
Education
Air Command And Staff College - Leadership
United State Air Force Institute of Technology
Langley AFB, Virginia05-2010
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH09-1982
Skills
- Financial strategy
- Financial analysis
- Financial reporting
- Financial strategy
- Budget management
- Cash flow management
- Funding strategies
- Internal controls
- Contract negotiation
Timeline
CFO, Vice President
Premier Association Management of Central Florida
02.2013 - 01.2023
Reading Teacher
Seminole County Schools
08.1992 - 05.2001
Squadron Commander
United States Air Force Reserve
10.1991 - 02.2013
Section Commander
United States Air Force, USAF
09.1983 - 10.1991
Air Command And Staff College - Leadership
United State Air Force Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
The Ohio State University