PATRICIA CANNATA
Business Consultant/Manager
Pingree Grove,Illinois
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Manager/Owner
WINDY CITY STUDIOS LLC DBA STEIN DESIGN
Schaumburg, IL
04.2000 - Current
- Consult with customers and prospects to review design needs
- Prepare project plan, create a budget, determine materials and staffing requirements
- Make recommendations to meet each client’s current design needs and future planning
- Manage all aspects of the business including budgeting, marketing, recruiting, training, insurance, payroll, travel, financial reporting, benefits, accounts receivable, and accounts payable
- Provide exceptional quality customer service that is superior in the marketplace
- Network through social media websites, professional business associations, community, referrals, telemarketing, and cross-selling
- Keep website content updated and relevant.
- Improved operational workflows by identifying areas of inefficiency and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Increased overall team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing effective leadership.
- Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable terms for the company while maintaining strong relationships.
- Oversaw financial operations, maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Successfully managed organizational change initiatives, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while achieving desired outcomes.
- Drafted reports and documents to improve correspondence management, schedule coordination and recordkeeping.
- Assisted with hiring process and training of new employees.
- Created, managed, and executed business plan and communicated company vision and objectives to motivate teams.
- Streamlined business processes by implementing new project management tools and techniques.
- Developed and executed marketing strategies that significantly increased brand awareness in target markets.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, improving profit margins without sacrificing quality.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- 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.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
Technical Support Analyst
VANGUARD SOLUTIONS GROUP
Glen Ellyn, IL
01.1999 - 03.2000
- Provided superior technical customer service for systems users in an efficient manner
- Tracked incoming support calls and created a technical database to house data
- Implemented first in line response protocol
- Designed visual reporting aids for use in communicating and tracking problems/solutions
- Acted as a liaison between the functional users and the systems development team.
Business Consulting Analyst
HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORATION
Prospect Heights, IL
07.1989 - 03.1996
- Evaluated merger and acquisition opportunities for clients, conducting due diligence assessments to ensure successful transactions.
- Developed innovative approaches for addressing sustainability concerns within client organizations, promoting long-term growth and environmental responsibility.
- Created customized financial models for clients, helping them make informed investment decisions and optimize resource allocation.
- Streamlined internal processes, enhancing the efficiency of the consulting team and reducing project turnaround time.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, ACCOUNTING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
Skills
- Financial management
- Customer service
- Project management
- Employee management
- Business development
- Negotiation
- Process improvement
Summary
Developed strategic planning and leadership skills in fast-paced business environment. Known for effective communication and problem-solving abilities, capable of driving team success. Seeking to transition into new field where these skills can be further applied and refined.
Work Preference
Work Location
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offCareer advancementTimeline
Business Manager/Owner
WINDY CITY STUDIOS LLC DBA STEIN DESIGN
04.2000 - Current
Technical Support Analyst
VANGUARD SOLUTIONS GROUP
01.1999 - 03.2000
Business Consulting Analyst
HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORATION
07.1989 - 03.1996
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, ACCOUNTING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
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