Michael Miller
Birmingham
Summary
Experienced with strategic planning and execution, delivering innovative approaches to drive business growth. Utilizes public sector and government insights to formulate and implement impactful strategies. Knowledge of team leadership and stakeholder management, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Strategy
Jefferson County Commission
11.2018 - Current
- Developed strategies for implementing improvements to the district and sourcing additional funding for projects
- Optimize organizational structure to enhance efficiency and productivity across the department.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and adaptability among staff.
- Organized and distributed 1.5 million pounds of food to underserved communities in Alabama and Georgia.
- Managed department budget allocations and resource utilization to maximize.
- Oversaw the creation and implementation of a $3 million affordable housing project for the county.
- Mentored local personnel on best practices and protocols to maximize productivity.
Owner / General Contractor
OPTI-MAX CONSTRUCTION
02.2006 - Current
- Licensed Home Builder specializing in new construction and remodeling
- Project Management, Planning & Design and Marketing
- Commercial repairs, upgrades and finishes
Manager
LOWE’S
01.2012 - 08.2018
- Prepare projections for departments under my supervision
- Assist customers with project advice, Special Orders and the purchase of goods & services to complete their projects in a cost effective timely manner
- Oversee unloading of freight from RDC as well as direct ship merchandise from vendors/supplier
- Direct supervision of unloaders, stocker crew and any staff needed to complete the job
- Assist other Managers as needed to meet the needs of the store and the customers
- Perform semi-annual inventory audits, as well as weekly cycle counts and inventory adjustments as needed to limit and or eliminate shrink
- Certified forklift and power equipment Trainer and Operator
- Assist with on the floor training of new associates
Mortgage Loan Originator
SOUTHFIRST MORTGAGE
10.2009 - 09.2010
- Originating residential mortgages in the Birmingham and Tuscaloosa markets
- Marketing and partnering with realtors to assist borrowers with purchase transactions
- Assisting co-workers when needed by being a resource they could call on in the office
SVP Commercial & Residential Lending
GULFSTATES MORTGAGE
09.2004 - 10.2009
- Originating residential and commercial loans
- Training new loan officers on product knowledge and the LOS (loan origination software)
- Supervisor of the commercial lending division
- Brokered deals between investors and borrowers through GulfStates Mortgage
Sales & Finance Manager
SERRA MITSUBISHI
08.2003 - 09.2004
- Structuring vehicle purchase transactions including setting values on used vehicles and trade-ins
- Structuring and arranging financing for buyers and selling add on products
- Leading daily sales training and scheduling staff for shifts
- Developed marketing and advertising campaigns for radio, newspaper and mail
SVP Area Manager
OPTILENDING
09.2000 - 06.2003
- Established the commercial lending division and helped to expand the company from TN to AL
- Increased revenue over 175% from 2000 to 2003
- Grew the commercial division from $5 million in 2000 to over $100 million in 2003
- Lead training meetings of the loan officers and designed marketing campaigns
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL09-2025
Criminal Justice -
University Alabama at Birmingham
08.1994
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Data-driven decision making
- Scenario planning
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Chief of Strategy
Jefferson County Commission
11.2018 - Current
Manager
LOWE’S
01.2012 - 08.2018
Mortgage Loan Originator
SOUTHFIRST MORTGAGE
10.2009 - 09.2010
Owner / General Contractor
OPTI-MAX CONSTRUCTION
02.2006 - Current
SVP Commercial & Residential Lending
GULFSTATES MORTGAGE
09.2004 - 10.2009
Sales & Finance Manager
SERRA MITSUBISHI
08.2003 - 09.2004
SVP Area Manager
OPTILENDING
09.2000 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
Criminal Justice -
University Alabama at Birmingham
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