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Mark Cox

BLAIRSVILLE

Summary

Dynamic entrepreneur with a proven track record in small business operations and customer relations, notably at Edison Auto Service. Excelled in project management and relationship building, growing a shop from $240,000 to $1.4 million revenue. Expert in leveraging customer service and CNC machinery skills to turn concepts into reality, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Mark Cox Woodworking
03.2015 - Current
  • Taking clients requests and making their ideas come to reality.
  • Taking raw materials, designing and drawing plans and manufacturing into finished products.
  • Operate CNC machine and 3 lasers along with other equipment used in the manufacturing of finished products.
  • Making sure clients are completely onboard the entire process including preliminary drawings before going to machining stage.
  • Finishing and delivering finished products

Shop Owner

Edison Auto Service
08.1994 - Current
  • Maintained accurate financial records, including sales reports, expense tracking, and budget management.
  • Developed loyal customer base by consistently delivering high-quality repairs and personalized service.
  • Addressed customer complaints effectively, resolving issues quickly to maintain overall satisfaction levels among clientele.
  • Managed inventory levels efficiently, ensuring optimal stock availability and minimizing overhead costs.
  • Established strong relationships with vendors, leveraging these connections for exclusive access to new products or preferential buying terms.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, offering constructive feedback and opportunities for professional development when needed.
  • Hired trained, and supervised a team of employees, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on achieving store goals.
  • Adapted business strategy in response to changing market conditions or consumer preferences, demonstrating a proactive approach to managing the shop''s overall success.
  • Expanded customer reach through active engagement on social media platforms, promoting the shop''s unique offerings while building an online community of brand advocates.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
  • Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
  • Grew the shop from a 2 man operation doing $240,000 yearly to 9 person doing $1.4 million at our peak.

Education

Accounting And Welding

John A. Logan Jr. College
Carbondale, IL

High School Diploma -

Gorham High School
Gorham, IL
05-1981

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Project management
  • Project estimating
  • Operations management
  • KPI management
  • Customer service
  • Scheduling
  • Customer retention

Accomplishments

I was named as salesman of the year when I worked for Interstate Battery in 1993 for selling over 20,000 batteries to local repair shops.

I have sat on automotive councils and been a guest speaker at the SEMA show in Las vegas.

I have grown Edison Auto Service to be one of the best known shops in Ft. Myers and currently ranked 7th in sales for the city. We currently have a Google rating of 4.9 stars.

I was asked by the Union County Chamber to design and make the Appalachian Trail Sign that is on the Town Square.

Timeline

Owner

Mark Cox Woodworking
03.2015 - Current

Shop Owner

Edison Auto Service
08.1994 - Current

Accounting And Welding

John A. Logan Jr. College

High School Diploma -

Gorham High School
Mark Cox