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Nathaniel Stephens
Bethesda,MD
Summary
Dynamic Business Strategist and Manager with a proven ability to enhance operational efficiencies at Blue Sky Landscaping, successfully securing the company’s first government contracts. Expertise in developing growth strategies and leading cross-functional teams, resulting in impactful branding initiatives and market expansion. Proficient in operations management and stakeholder engagement, achieving remarkable gains in profitability and efficiency. Career goals include driving further innovation and growth within the industry.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Strategist/Manager
Blue Sky Landscaping
Chantilly, Virginia
10.2022 - Current
- Secured first government contracts while enhancing budgeting, purchasing policies, and establishing a purchase order system.
- Implemented SEO, A/B testing, and big data tactics for improved marketing outcomes.
- Developed comprehensive branding strategy for spin-off franchise business.
- Researched and led investigations into various areas to drive improvements and devise new processes.
- Formulated long-term plans for sustaining profitability while expanding operations into new markets.
- Reviewed contracts between organizations and vendors to ensure compliance with terms of service agreements.
- Assessed employees through on-site observation and interviews to determine strengths and weaknesses in work performance, methods, and team functions.
Administrator
Gray Level Holdings & Gray Level Realty
Loudoun, Virginia
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Facilitated expert advisory for clients during detailed transactions in both commercial and residential real estate sectors.
- Executed strategic negotiations using deep market expertise, resulting in optimally favorable terms.
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical practices, fostering trust and credibility in professional interactions.
- Performed basic bookkeeping tasks such as reconciling accounts receivable and payable.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers to optimize costs and efficiency.
Virginia State Trooper
Commonwealth of Virginia
Richmond, Virginia
01.2018 - 09.2022
- Supervised groups of up to 40 personnel, maintaining legal compliance and representing the Commonwealth effectively.
- Performed routine audits to minimize risks effectively.
- Encouraged teamwork and collaboration while facilitating professional development and cross-agency assistance.
- Fostered robust connections with stakeholders, managing inquiries adeptly.
- Directed traffic during emergency and congested situations to facilitate vehicular flow.
- Supported future criminal cases by preparing detailed and accurate reports related to accidents, crime disturbances and complaints.
- Recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities for later use in court cases and legal records.
Operations Manager
Gray R. Stephens, LLC
Loudoun, Virginia
01.2004 - 08.2018
- Directed daily operations to enhance efficiency.
- Streamlined processes to increase productivity and meet departmental targets.
- Identified emerging business opportunities and cultivated potential partnerships.
- Capitalized on emerging opportunities by monitoring market dynamics regularly.
- Enforced compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Coordinated with various departments to align operations and sales efforts.
- Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions and improvements.
- Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
Education
Juris Masters - Business Specialization in Financial Regulation
Regent University School of Law
Virginia Beach, VA01.2020
Law Enforcement -
Virginia State Police Academy
01.2018
Bachelor's Degree - Technical Writing
George Mason University
01.2016
Skills
- Business process reengineering
- Growth strategies
- Stakeholder management
- New market entry
- Workforce planning
- Investor relations
- Corporate governance
- Intellectual property strategy
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Revenue generation
- Corporate strategy
- Operations management
- Product strategy
Passions
- Feed More, Living Waters, & Union Mission Women's Shelter - Contributed to alleviating food insecurity and poverty by providing meals and assisting with soup kitchen operations.
- Gourmet Cooking
- Oil painting
- Hydroponic gardening
Affiliations
- VizArts Cultural Volunteer and Docent: Cultural access for disadvantaged communities in Rockville, MD
- Feed More: Poverty alleviation in Richmond, VA
- Kindness Corp: Poverty alleviation in Prince Georges County, MD
Accomplishments
- Earned an expanded leadership role as office manager taking charge of 50 employees.
- Expanded sales by 20% year over year through new business acquisition and networking.
- Developed, from scratch, all new processes and procedures, employee manual, and operational master guides.
References
References available upon request.
Interests
Ceramics
Hydroponic Gardening
Motorsports
Agriculture
Animal Husbandry
Ball Hockey
Work Availability
monday
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programsStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingWork from home option401k matchSoftware
Service Autopilot
CCNA
COMPtia network
Security
Gorilla Desk
Salesforce
Ahrefs
Semrush
QuickBooks online
QuickBooks Desktop
Adobe Lightroom
Test Gorilla
Quote
To know what is right and not to do it is the worst cowardice.
Confucius
Timeline
Administrator
Gray Level Holdings & Gray Level Realty
11.2022 - 01.2024
Business Strategist/Manager
Blue Sky Landscaping
10.2022 - Current
Virginia State Trooper
Commonwealth of Virginia
01.2018 - 09.2022
Operations Manager
Gray R. Stephens, LLC
01.2004 - 08.2018
Juris Masters - Business Specialization in Financial Regulation
Regent University School of Law
Law Enforcement -
Virginia State Police Academy
Bachelor's Degree - Technical Writing
George Mason University
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