Marian Degner
Groesbeck
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Mil-tek USA, excelling in relationship building and project oversight. Demonstrated strong analytical thinking and effective communication skills, achieving significant cost savings through strategic vendor negotiations. Committed to community engagement and volunteer recruitment, fostering impactful partnerships that enhance outreach efforts.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Diligent for position as Director, Business Administration with solid foundation in volunteer work and history of contributing to community initiatives. Successfully collaborated on projects that improved local resources and services. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills.
Experienced with coordinating volunteer activities and supporting community programs. Utilizes organizational and interpersonal skills to promote effective project execution. Knowledge of building strong community relations and enhancing service delivery.
Caring professional prepared to deliver case management and client advocacy. Dedicated to helping others achieve progress toward goals and meet specific needs. Wide-ranging knowledge of applicable services and professionals appropriate for clients.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Life Team & Prayer Group Volunteer
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church & School, Fort Worth,TX
09.2019 - Current
- Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support after disaster. Initiated, helped in organizing of and personally participated in 2017 Houston Mission Trip; with 7 members and friends of St.Paul's Lutheran Church and School in Orange, Ca traveled to assist with Hurricane Harvey Relief at Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School in Houston, TX.
- Assisted with special events and programs. Supported congregation and communities through Pandemic, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.
- Strengthened volunteer team effectiveness by receiving and providing training sessions. After study, and in September 10, 2020 obtaining from Lutherans For Life Certificate of Achievement, In recognition of my service to our Lord Jesus Christ, become trained certified Life Team member, as fellow Gospel-motivated voice For Life. Used strong will in faith, love and hope by interpersonal communication skills and proposals to convey Holy Spirit, in both teams ( from 2024 also as member of special STP Warriors Prayer Group ) serving by prayers, messages and good works in-for and share help available for congregation, communities in Forth Worth and others trough faith.
- Participates in meetings, help navigate team activities, decisions, assisted personally in special ministry events and missions. Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Helped create STP Life Issues Resources Booklet, participate with others volunteers , Life Team members into establishing new interactions and partnerships with FWPC (Fort Worth Pregnancy Center); assisting with tasks such as donating financial support from congregation, sorting and delivering donated baby and maternity clothes, baby diapers, car seats, ready to school supplies for FWPC; Grace House, the Pregnancy Services ministry in Weatherford, Hope Fort Worth, Upbringing ( Lutheran Social Services) focused on Foster Care and Adoption of boy named Max, presented our congregations in the Missions of the month, with successful outcome.
- Helped create cooperation of Life Team / Portal Care ministry in deliveries of beds, furniture, washers & dryers, with huge financial impact, into this programs to meet needs of refugees communities and social cases in neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX.
- Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
- Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
- Amplified non-profit reach by managing social media campaigns.
- Collaborated with other nonprofit organizations to develop joint initiatives that benefited the broader community at large.
- Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns as missions of the month.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Assisted with special events and programs as Bible sorting for getting away donations.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational spaces to serve program needs.
- Currently continue as volunteer as valued member of STPL Life Team and Prayer Group.
Owner
M&D Handyman Services
01.2005 - Current
- Oversaw and managed daily operations efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of the business.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with staff, client, resulting in understanding, repeat business and referrals. Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customers, clients satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service. Consulted with clients, customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges sensitive ways objectively while maximizing profit.
- Observed each employee's individual productivities strengths and initiated mentoring proposition's improve areas of weakness.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring, mentoring and training of team members.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for revenue growth, focusing on diversification and market expansion.
- Optimized supply chain operations, negotiating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
- Led negotiations for major contracts, securing favorable terms that significantly reduced costs.
- Streamlined operational processes to improve efficiency with comprehensive audits and restructuring.
- Expanded business into new areas and markets,
- Enhanced company's market position by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
- Achieved significant cost savings by implementing energy-efficient solutions across company facilities.
- Improved team productivity by introducing innovative project management tools and techniques.
- Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decision making.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain growth.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
- Maximized profits by negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers, securing competitive pricing on materials and services.
- Resolved customer service claims or issues satisfactorily with timely and professional resolutions.
- Tracked trends and suggested improving to both challenge and refine company growth.
- Assisted in Monitoring of most highest daily, weekly, monthly or quarterly cash, credit payments discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off supply's.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports with partners, suppliers .
- Interacted well with staff, customers to build connections and nurture sharp, but friendly businesses relationships.
- Streamlined operations for maximum efficiency by thoroughly analyzing expenses and optimizing internal revenue processes.
- Maintained a healthy work-life balance for employees by assisting in implementing flexible scheduling and fostering a supportive company culture.
- Forecasted and managed budgets to boost cost-effectiveness and profitability.
- Secured financing from investors or lending institutions for expansion efforts or special projects with ROI more than 15%.
- Managed 25+ employees by supervising daily tasks in Project managements. .
- Reduced overhead costs by identifying inefficiencies in operational processes, combining teams when necessary for better operational and efficiency outcomes.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers to secure favorable terms of service.
- Established a strong brand identity through consistent marketing efforts, driving sales and attracting new clients in person and online.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and professional communication, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
- Increased company growth by strategically developing and implementing effective strategic plans to improve staff performance and increase clients and company acquisition.
- Developed long-term relationships with key clients, vendors and service providers.
- Developed long-lasting partnerships with industry leaders, leveraging networking opportunities for company and staff benefit.
- Built loyal account base and long-term business relationships with clients and accounts also created for online services.
- Optimized resource allocation to ensure projects were completed within deadlines, safely and budgets constraints.
- Built a strong network of industry contacts to facilitate business growth, explore joint ventures, and secure valuable partnerships.
- Propose and Implemented strategic plans to improve company and staff performance and increase clients and company acquisition.
Primary National Vendor
Mil-tek USA, Recycling & Waste Solutions, Inc.
01.2016 - 09.2023
- Provided mechanical services as Nationwide Vendor for entire state locations in California, Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Tennessee, Georgia, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, South Carolina, North Carolina, Philadelphia and New Jersey; for into Repairs, New parts Install, Preventive Maintenance, of Recycling equipments: Ballers for Cardboards, Cans, Plastics, Foam, Trash & Food leftovers Waste Compactors, Air-compressors, Lifting trolleys in Urgent, Emergency and Standard orders For Chick-Fil-A, McDonalds, Wendy's, Norms, Dave & Buster, and other Businesses and Restaurants.
- Answered questions and assisted customers with item selection and location.
- Met sales goals by offering excellent customer service.
- Strengthened vendor relationships by maintaining open communication and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, resulting in cost savings for the company without sacrificing quality.
- Generated advertising brochure for vendor use.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
- Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
- Built diverse and consistent sales portfolio.
- Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
- Consulted with businesses to supply accurate product and service information.
- Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
- Stayed current on company offerings and industry trends.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
- Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities through online customer database.
- Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.
- Developed, maintained and utilized diverse client base.
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
- Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.
- Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
- Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
- Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
- Set up displays and signage to attract customers and boost sales.
- Implemented an efficient vendor management system that streamlined operations and reduced administrative workload.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of vendors, ensuring timely delivery of products and services to clients.
- Managed vendor contracts to ensure compliance with legal and company standards.
- Enhanced vendor reputation with timely delivery and accurate order fulfillment.
- Initiated sustainability practices in procurement processes, aligning with company's environmental goals.
- Developed and implemented vendor evaluation system to ensure product quality and reliability.
- Boosted sales figures by identifying and capitalizing on emerging market trends.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, leading to more efficient operation.
- Improved client satisfaction by quickly addressing and resolving service issues.
- Conducted regular reviews of vendor performance to maintain high service standards.
- Secured competitive pricing through effective negotiation strategies with suppliers.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability for key sales periods.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers to reduce costs and improve profit margins.
- Collaborated with marketing and sales teams to create promotional strategies for new products.
- Implemented feedback system for vendors, leading to improvements in product quality.
- Increased profitability by identifying and eliminating inefficiencies in vendor management process.
- Facilitated training sessions for new hires on vendor management best practices.
- Established long-term relationships with key clients by providing consistent, high-quality service.
- Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
- Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
- Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
- Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
- Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
- Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
- Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
- Drove operational efficiency by optimizing supply chain logistics.
- Enhanced team productivity with organization of regular performance review meetings.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, reducing costs for company.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering, Machinery And Equipment
Engineering School
Banska Bystrica, SlovakiaAssociate of Applied Science - Public And Private Administration And Law
ZVJS Institute of The Corps & Court Guard Slovakia
Nitra, SlovakiaExperimental Cross-Country Skiing Sport Class ”B”
Elementary School, Golianova 8
Banska Bystrica, SlovakiaSkills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Efficient
- Administration and management
- Administrative tasks
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Analytical thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving abilities
- Active listening
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Project oversight
- Operations support
- Resource coordination
- Empathy and patience
- Multitasking
- Time management abilities
- Task prioritization
- Effective communication
- Positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Foreign language proficiency
- Deadline adherence
- Fundraising
- Client relations strength
- Volunteer recruitment
- Community outreach
- Leadership qualities
- Organized and efficient
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and dependability
- Community engagement
Accomplishments
- Achieved Lutherans For Life Certificate Of Achievement through effectively helping with St. Paul's Life Team.
- Achieved Finding new home - Helping with Adoption for Max with members of Life Team and Church congregation with good works and efficiency.
- Collaborated with Life Team in the development of partnerships with many organizations supporting local communities.
Affiliations
- St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and School, Fort Worth, TX
Certification
- Certified Life Team Member, Lutherans For Life - 09/10/2020
- Certified member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church - 09/16/2008
Certificate, License, Achievement, Diploma
License Number 1016514 - Contractor State License Board - 07/25/2016
Proof of Publication / Fictitious Business Name - M&D Handyman Services - 12/01/2005
Assessment of Service History in Judicial Guard Services of the Slovak Republic - 11/30/1992
Certificate of Graduation in Mechanical Engineering - Slovakia - 05/29/1985
Diplomas for: 1st Place “Christmas Run” 4.5 km - 14:02.0 min. ,Czech Brod, Czech Republic - 12/20/1981;
1st Place of the Union for Cooperation with the Army in Running & Shooting, “Anna Kvasova Memorial”, Kutna Hora, Czech Republic - 01/23/1982;
Achievement - Acknowledgment : The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 - ACA - 03/25/2010
Languages
English
Full Professional
Slovak
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Limited Working
Czech
Full Professional
Polish
Limited Working
Interests
- Praying, watching different Lutheran and Evangelicals Churches Sermons, reading, listening, learning and participating in Bible Studies and Devotions, mainly Serving God and his children's as I can in my best ways
- Outdoor Recreation
- Volunteering
- Participate in swimming and yoga as recreational activities to maintain physical fitness
- Camping
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Fashion
- Creative Writing
- Photography
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Music
- Reading
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
- Strategy Games
- Traveling
- Taking care of 3 chickens & 4 dogs
- Cooking
- Bread Making
- Baking
Timeline
Life Team & Prayer Group Volunteer
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church & School, Fort Worth,TX
09.2019 - Current
Primary National Vendor
Mil-tek USA, Recycling & Waste Solutions, Inc.
01.2016 - 09.2023
Owner
M&D Handyman Services
01.2005 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering, Machinery And Equipment
Engineering School
Associate of Applied Science - Public And Private Administration And Law
ZVJS Institute of The Corps & Court Guard Slovakia
Experimental Cross-Country Skiing Sport Class ”B”
Elementary School, Golianova 8
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