MATTHEW J. BLAKE
Ludlow,VT
Summary
Seasoned professional in executive management known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in sales, marketing, strategic planning, financial oversight, and team leadership. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability to drive organizational success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
President/Owner
ARIES CAPITAL PARTNERS, INC
Somers, NY
02.2000 - 05.2024
- Coached and guided 22 employees to improve creation of policy, effectiveness and enforcement, resulting in improved employee job satisfaction and higher performance levels
- Increased company revenue by $300,000 a month through aggressive market strategies and proper management
- Led operational oversight and budgetary supervision
- Reviewed individual department performance and worked with managers and support staff to improve processes, procedures and practices
President/Owner
Classified Data Research, LLC
Norwalk, CT
05.1995 - 02.2000
- Company Overview: Owner and operator of a research firm focused on the legal, collections and investigative industry
- Led operational oversight and budgetary supervision
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives
- Prepared organization for forecasted demand levels through effective operational planning
- Maintained effective staff and resource utilization rates to balance financial and operational obligations
- Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base, solidify market presence and diversify offerings
- Sold asset inventory and merged into Aries Capital Partners, Inc
- Handled all technical software and graphic design for marketing and development
- Owner and operator of a research firm focused on the legal, collections and investigative industry
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Communications
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI06.1994
University of Richmond
London, England09.1993
Skills
- Sales and Marketing Alignment
- Investor Relations Oversight
- Strategic Financial Oversight
- Strategic Partnerships
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Legal compliance
- Employee management
Affiliations
As an avid networker and people-person, I am passionate about attending industry events, building relationships, and identifying new business opportunities. In my free time, I enjoy reading sales and marketing blogs, researching industry trends, and developing new sales strategies to stay ahead of the competition.
Timeline
President/Owner
ARIES CAPITAL PARTNERS, INC
02.2000 - 05.2024
President/Owner
Classified Data Research, LLC
05.1995 - 02.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Communications
University of Rhode Island
University of Richmond