Nicholas Bailes
Arley,AL
Summary
Dynamic, results-driven Director of Operations and Senior Project Manager with over 30 years of experience managing and operating large-scale special events and government projects. Expertise in procurement, contract negotiations, budget oversight, and other business entities. Familiarity and proven success in fostering strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, and service providers in and outside the USA, including Canada and Mexico. Proven success with large-scale event logistics, negotiating multi-million-dollar contracts, and optimizing budget processes. Interested in joining the winning FIFA team and contributing to a monumental with demonstrated expertise in management/ leadership, procurement, contract negotiating, and budgeting experience. Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
OWNER, RESTAURANT & NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS RETAIL
Free State Management, LLC/ Free State Nutrition
01.2022 - Current
- FSN inventory management business
OWNER/ DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS/ PROJECT MANAGER
Free State Management Group, LLC (FSMG)- FSMG Services, LLC
01.2014 - Current
- At the height of the pandemic, FSMG achieved a revenue of $4.9 million
GENERAL MANAGER
Shaffer Aztec Events & Tents, LLC
08.2005 - 09.2014
- Managed all daily operations for over 400 employees in five locations, including logistics, human resources, sales, account executives, and warehouse staff
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS/ PROJECT MANAGER
The Colonnade Group/ Champion
03.2003 - 08.2005
- Customized Request for Proposals (RFPs) to effectively meet specific project requirements and objectives
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS/ VICE PRESIDENT
Global Structure Services
04.1999 - 02.2005
- Average Annual Revenue: $1.7 to $2.4 million per year
OPERATIONS MANAGER- PROJECT MANAGER- SALES
Röder Group, Germany
10.1995 - 03.1999
- Directed procurement and budget management for national projects
Education
Drafting and Design Associate of Applied Science Degree -
05.1993
Skills
- Profitability Optimization
- Revenue Generation
- Process Improvement
- Project Management
- Business Planning
- Risk Mitigation
- Policy Development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Infrastructure Planning
- Vendor Sourcing and Negotiations
- Business Development
- Environmental awareness
- Event Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Contract Negotiation
- Program Management
- Operations Management
- Crisis Management
- Organizational Leadership
- Stakeholder Relations
- National security
- Business Administration
- Strategic Visioning
- Integrity and ethics
- Political Savvy
- Veterans Affairs
- Organizational Development
- Stakeholder Management
- New Business Development
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Quality Control Planning
- Employee Relations
- Operational Excellence
- Leadership Team Building
- Trade Negotiations
- Legislative Knowledge
- Resource Utilization
- Immigration Policy
- Human Rights Advocacy
- Energy Policy
- Economic Analysis
- Human Resources
- Analytical Skills
Skillsexperience
- Procurement and contract management
- Budget planning and oversight
- Event coordination, logistics, and planning
- International compliance and regulation adherence
- Stakeholder negotiation and management
- Risk management, contingency planning, and crisis management
- Cross-functional team leadership and organizational leadership
- Operational efficiency, cost optimization, and resource allocation optimization
- Project timeline adherence and infrastructure planning
- Disaster relief operations and veterans affairs
- Analytical problem-solving and compliance with international standards
- Thriving in fast-paced environments and empathic leadership
- Proficiency in MS Office and various planning tools
- Sales, marketing, business development, and relationship-building
Professionalachievementscertifications
- IFAI Achievement Award
- Forklift Certified (all types up to 12K)
- Rigging Certified
- Manlift/Scissor Lift Certified (up to 225 ft)
- Area Safety Council (plant/oil & gas safety)
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- OSHA 10/30
- HAZMAT 40
References
Available upon request
Community Service
- Winston County Republic Commission Chairman Candidate (2024)
- Smith Lake Rotary Club, Member
- Cullman Arley Women's Club, Key Sponsor
- Winston County Economic Development Authority
- Winston County Republican Party, Member
- Veterans Support Network, Lead Event Organizer
Timeline
OWNER, RESTAURANT & NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS RETAIL - Free State Management, LLC/ Free State Nutrition
01.2022 - Current
OWNER/ DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS/ PROJECT MANAGER - Free State Management Group, LLC (FSMG)- FSMG Services, LLC
01.2014 - Current
GENERAL MANAGER - Shaffer Aztec Events & Tents, LLC
08.2005 - 09.2014
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS/ PROJECT MANAGER - The Colonnade Group/ Champion
03.2003 - 08.2005
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS/ VICE PRESIDENT - Global Structure Services
04.1999 - 02.2005
OPERATIONS MANAGER- PROJECT MANAGER- SALES - Röder Group, Germany
10.1995 - 03.1999
George C Wallace State Community College - Drafting and Design Associate of Applied Science Degree,
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