Nick Stygstra
East Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
A dynamic leader with a proven track record in driving business growth and fostering strategic partnerships, notably at Wonder Goods LLC. Skilled in operations management and client engagement, excelling in transforming market trends into opportunities while working to achieve significant brand recognition. Utilizing an approach that combines analytical awareness with relationship building ensures robust sales growth and team cohesion. A results-driven business professional prepared for high-impact roles. Extensive experience in shaping business strategies and fostering innovation. Strong focus on team collaboration, achieving results, and adapting to changing needs. Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and team leadership.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Co-Founder
Wonder Goods LLC
09.2019 - Current
- Evaluated market trends to identify emerging opportunities and inform strategic decision-making.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Secured lucrative partnerships by establishing strong relationships with key industry players.
- Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Grew the customer base through targeted outreach and networking events.
- Networked with other businesses and customers to increase sales opportunities and contacts.
- Provided strategic direction for product development, resulting in high-quality offerings that resonated with customers'' needs and preferences.
- Drove company growth by identifying and penetrating new market segments.
- Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising, and new product development.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision-making.
- Represented the organization at industry conferences and events.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors, and strategic partners.
- Expanded the company's digital footprint and customer engagement through strategic online marketing campaigns.
- Secured partnership deals with key industry players, enhancing company market presence and brand recognition.
Graphic Designer
Self-employed
01.2017 - Current
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Created engaging social media graphics that drove user engagement and increased online visibility.
- Conceptualized creative designs for print materials, banners, and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Developed innovative design concepts that effectively communicated brand identity and boosted overall brand awareness.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Conceptualized unique logo designs for startups, establishing strong visual identities that resonated with target markets.
- Researched industry trends to stay current on best practices in graphic design.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent branding and messaging across all company materials.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Coordinated with external agencies to ensure alignment with branding strategies, maximizing impact.
- Conducted design workshops for clients, enhancing their understanding of brand development.
- Regularly presented to customers and industry groups on textile designs and design techniques.
- Displayed exemplary artistic skills across different media, both physical and digital.
- Developed intricate and unique designs using a variety of different software
- Worked independently and in a team environment to design new products.
Buyer/ General Manager
Martha's Vineyard
09.2005 - 08.2019
- Managed a diverse team of 30+ individuals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
- Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
- Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, introducing regular review sessions that boosted team performance and morale.
- Oversaw successful launch of new product lines, coordinating between departments to ensure a unified approach and timely delivery.
- Scheduled employees' shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring, and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage, and drive-off.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated a mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing, and customer account operations efficiently.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine the company's product offerings.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company's benefit.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive inventory management system, ensuring optimal stock levels at all times.
- Achieved cost savings, by negotiating bulk purchase agreements with key suppliers.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
- Collaborated with the sales team to identify and fulfill customer needs.
- Monitored and analyzed sales records, trends, or economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Owner/Co-Founder
Teamwork Design
01.2005 - 11.2016
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses, and attract new customers.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business's financial stability.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
- Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decision-making.
- Optimized supply chain operations, negotiating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
- Expanded business into new markets.
- Led negotiations for major contracts, securing favorable terms that significantly reduced costs.
- Elevated brand awareness with targeted marketing campaigns, leveraging social media and digital platforms.
- Enhanced the company's market position by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing, and customer account operations efficiently.
- Negotiated prices and services with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Recruited, interviewed, and hired new staff members and developed training materials for employees.
- Navigated complex legal requirements to ensure compliance with industry regulations while minimizing risk exposure for the business.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Kendall College of Art & Design
Grand Rapids, MI 08.2004 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art Sculpture
Kendall College of Art & Design
Grand Rapids, MI 08.1998 - 06.2003
Skills
Business Development
Strategic Partnerships
Customer Relations
Operations Management
Partnership Development
Relationship and Team Building
Client Engagement
Analytical and Critical Thinker
Marketing and Advertising
Client Relationship Building
Sales Growth
Brand Management
Project Oversight
Management Team Leadership
Business Consulting
Marketing expertise
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
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evening
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Timeline
Co-Founder
Wonder Goods LLC
09.2019 - Current
Graphic Designer
Self-employed
01.2017 - Current
Buyer/ General Manager
Martha's Vineyard
09.2005 - 08.2019
Owner/Co-Founder
Teamwork Design
01.2005 - 11.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Kendall College of Art & Design
08.2004 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art Sculpture
Kendall College of Art & Design
08.1998 - 06.2003
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