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Michael Howshar

Aurora,United States

Summary

Service-oriented entrepreneur looking to expand experience in sales and large organizations. Excited to use excellent interpersonal and articulation skills to identify and satisfy customer needs and relations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Startup Founder

Cedar & Stag
Guernsey, WY
05.2021 - Current
  • Led startup and opening of business and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
  • Negotiated key initial contracts and established plans to formalize structure and support growth.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of statutory requirements and regulations.
  • Devised organizational vision, mission and foundational structure to facilitate early growth.
  • Implemented robust policies and organizational structures to underpin successful expansion and drive continuous growth.
  • Eliminated company bottlenecks, reduced financial obstacles and addressed work constraints to promote overall growth.
  • Organized and oversaw capital improvement projects to maintain business viability.
  • Championed multifaceted approach to diversify operations and maintain stability in volatile marketplace.
  • Developed clear mission, vision and culture for company as foundation for growth, branding and development of employee culture.

Startup Partner

Citizens Sports
Englewood, CO
05.2020 - Current
  • Delivered high level of service to all peers, management and clients in effort to extend partnerships for future opportunities.
  • Facilitated firm's everyday administrative operations, supervised support staff and verified office remained compliant with state, federal and local regulations.
  • Monitored business trend forecasts and adjusted budgets and operational plans to maximize growth and opportunities.
  • Revitalized business plans and realigned company objectives to increase overall profits.
  • Developed and implemented process improvements and key business procedures.
  • Maintained customer relations and coordinated promotions to increase and create new revenue.
  • Facilitated integration of new technology into daily processes.
  • Worked closely with product specialists to manage sales effectiveness.

Property Loss Consultant

Restoremasters
Denver, CO
06.2017 - Current
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives and deliverables.
  • Evaluated existing systems and processes against industry best practices to enhance efficiency.
  • Collaborated with clients to develop action plans to address specific challenges and objectives.
  • Inspected existing buildings and structures to detect any signs of potential damage caused by weather conditions or other factors.
  • Developed cost-effective solutions for repairing or replacing damaged items in accordance with applicable regulations.
  • Advised clients on how best to mitigate damages caused by hurricanes, wind and hail storms, tornadoes, and fires.
  • Assessed damaged property to determine the extent of damage and develop repair estimates.
  • Researched potential clients, identified decision makers and developed relationships with them.
  • Generated leads through cold calling, networking events, referrals.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to achieve revenue goals.

Bartender

Mick Mullen's Irish Bar
Englewood, Colorado
05.2020 - 09.2021
  • Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
  • Created unique cocktails for special events.
  • Created rapport with new and returning patrons to foster guest satisfaction.
  • Advertised, marketed and recommended drink options to guests.
  • Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
  • Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
  • Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
  • Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
  • Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
  • Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
  • Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
  • Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
  • Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
  • Talked easily with patrons to build rapport and earn repeat business.
  • Met customer, business operations and server needs with minimal errors or delays.
  • Balanced tills, handled cash, processed credit card payment batches and prepared bank deposits.

Concrete Worker

ID Sculpture
Gunnison, CO
08.2017 - 04.2019
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
  • Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials and machines from trucks and trailers.
  • Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
  • Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
  • Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
  • Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
  • Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
  • Prepared concrete by hand mixing sand and cement.
  • Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
  • Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
  • Set up scaffolding, braces and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
  • Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
  • Laid and repaired concrete to make level and long-lasting surfaces.
  • Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
  • Upheld requirements for safe operations and reporting of incidents.
  • Troubleshot equipment issues and determined best courses of action for repairs.

Education

Certificate - Roofing 101

Colorado Roofing Association
Aurora, CO
06-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Politics And Government

Western Colorado University
Gunnison, CO
12.2019

High School Diploma -

Eaglecrest High School
Centennial, CO
06.2013

Skills

  • Performance Assessments
  • Corporate Governance
  • Business Planning
  • Revenue Development
  • Investor Relations
  • Entrepreneurial and Innovative
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Policies and Procedures Development
  • Goal Setting
  • Project Management
  • Leadership and People Development
  • Judgement and Decision Making
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Relationship and Team Building
  • Change and Growth Management
  • Employee Motivation and Performance
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Business Development

Affiliations

  • Volunteer youth/high school Coach
  • Powerlifter
  • Certified Athletic Trainer
  • Fiction Writer

Timeline

Startup Founder

Cedar & Stag
05.2021 - Current

Startup Partner

Citizens Sports
05.2020 - Current

Bartender

Mick Mullen's Irish Bar
05.2020 - 09.2021

Concrete Worker

ID Sculpture
08.2017 - 04.2019

Property Loss Consultant

Restoremasters
06.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Politics And Government

Western Colorado University

High School Diploma -

Eaglecrest High School

Certificate - Roofing 101

Colorado Roofing Association

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