Nathan Barrett
College Station,TX
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in customer service, team building, and strategic planning. Proven ability to troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions. Strong communicator with a track record of fostering positive relationships and consistently exceeding performance goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
The Little Gym of Bryan-College Station
College Station, Texas
05.2023 - Current
- Developed business strategies to enhance market presence and customer acquisition and retention.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring high-quality classes and exceptional customer experiences.
- Oversaw financial management, including budgeting and expense tracking.
- Trained and mentored staff to improve team performance and service standards.
- Cultivated relationships with families to foster a supportive community atmosphere.
General Manager
David Gardner's Jewelers
College Station, Texas
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Tracked trends and aligned strategies to improve business operations
- Resolved employee, customer and vendor disputes using strong mediation and problem-solving techniques
- Managed customer experiences with close eye on team interactions, touchpoints, and methods of engagement
- Evaluated supplier performance by price, quality, and on-time delivery
- Reviewed financial statements and activity reports to measure productivity and goal achievement
General Manager
JRS Farms
Midkiff, Texas
09.2015 - 12.2020
- Managed a team of 8 to grow farming and ranching operations
- Negotiated, analyzed, drafted, and acquired land related contracts pertaining to oil and gas companies' surface use
- Interpreted and enforced pipeline easements, lease rights, surface use agreements, and other agreements to ensure compliance
- Developed and maintained relationships with oil and gas companies to sell fresh water for drilling and fracking needs
Project Estimator
Emas AMC
Houston, Texas
12.2013 - 09.2015
- Consulted with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, and construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
- Assisted with business development activities by preparing presentations covering detailed project estimates
- Aided in contract review, clarifications to submissions, and client negotiations
Chartering Coordinator
Emas AMC
Houston, Texas
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Prepared commercial proposals and provided management review for large tenders
- Developed chartering cost estimates
- Performed research and analysis to determine market trends and pricing, identify new clients, and to understand competitor strategies
- Aided in contract review, clarifications, and negotiations
- Established and maintained long-term relationships with key clients and ship brokers in the Americas and Africa
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas05.2011
Skills
- Business management
- KPI tracking
- Budget coordination
- Employee training
- Inventory management
- Team leadership
Timeline
Owner
The Little Gym of Bryan-College Station
05.2023 - Current
General Manager
David Gardner's Jewelers
01.2021 - 02.2023
General Manager
JRS Farms
09.2015 - 12.2020
Project Estimator
Emas AMC
12.2013 - 09.2015
Chartering Coordinator
Emas AMC
01.2012 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
Texas A&M University