Patrick Welch
Saint Louis
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at Blue Arrow, excelling in operational policy development and compliance oversight. Expert in procurement management and client relationship management, I successfully implemented growth strategies that enhanced efficiency and safety protocols, driving organizational success. Strong communicator with a commitment to excellence in all endeavors.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Operations/Director of Safety and Security
Blue Arrow
01.2023 - Current
- Maintain and coordinate day-to-day company-wide operational effectiveness and efficiency
- Defining, implementing, and revising operational policies and guidelines for the organization
- Developing and executing new growth directives
- Working with the human resources department to create job descriptions, hire competent personnel and oversee employee training programs
- Managing procurement and resource allocation
- Liaising with departmental heads to ensure company-wide operational compliance
- Overseeing client support services, safety and compliance and state regulatory procedures
- Managing procurement and resource allocation
Director of Security and Safety
Blue Arrow Missouri
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Implemented the Safety and Logistics Team and phased the use of a third party vendor to increase efficiency and cut costs
- Hired employees with Law enforcement experience
- Vast knowledge of Alarm Systems, CCTV, and Access Control
- Conduct investigations related to internal theft and injury reports
- Responsible for leading our security and Safety and Logistics Team
- Created the Standard Operation Procedures for the Safety and Logistics Team
- Coordinated with the Head of Cultivation and the Head of Manufacturing on safety precautions and for employees working in those areas
- Coordinated with contractors for building access and general repair for the building
- OSHA 30 Certified
Bar Manager
Amsterdam Tavern
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Increased sales by 11 percent during pandemic
- Managed Distributors Relationships and key accounts for the bar
- Organized and promoted special events and fundraisers
- Handled scheduling, accounting reconciliations, and managing of point-of-sale system
Federal Drug Task Force Officer, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Responsible for Federal long-term, undercover, nationwide, narcotics investigations through activities, crime analysis, and electronic investigative means (Title III). Required traveling and courtroom testimony in Federal and State court for prosecution.
Police Officer/Detective, District Detective Bureau
Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Follow-up of general district crimes to include Aggravated Assault, Robbery, Burglary
- Wrote detailed reports for federal and state prosecution
Detective, Narcotics/Vice/Violent Offenders Division
Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department
01.2011 - 01.2012
- On-view, long term narcotics and violent offender investigation, coordinating with federal partners for prosecution
Police Officer/Detective, District Detective Bureau/District Street Team/South Patrol Special Operations Team
Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Follow-up of general district crimes to include Aggravated Assault, Robbery etc...
- Responded to District Hot Spots relative to citizens’ complaints of Gang Activity, Narcotics Trafficking, and Guns Crimes.
- Conducted interviews of suspects, wrote detailed reports, presented cases to prosecuting attorneys at the state and federal level for prosecution.
District Patrol Officer
Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Various district and precincts of St Louis City, Missouri
- Responded to and investigated call for service within my assigned district
- Conducted investigations of crime scenes, interviewed all parties, documented case facts, presented cases for prosecution
- Conducted interview of in-custody suspects, obtained statements, confessions, and prepared detailed interview reports.
Police Cadet/Civilian Employee
Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Police Officer in Training with the Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Academy
Education
Bachelor of Science - CRIMINOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE
UNIVESRSITY OF MISSOURI-SAINT LOUIS
Saint Louis, MO08-2004
Skills
- Operational policy development
- Growth strategy execution
- Procurement management
- Compliance oversight
- Safety protocol implementation
- Client relationship management
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Project Management
Certification
- Certificate of CPR/AED/First AID
- OSHA 30 Certified
- Fork-Lift Certified
Timeline
Director of Operations/Director of Safety and Security
Blue Arrow
01.2023 - Current
Director of Security and Safety
Blue Arrow Missouri
01.2020 - 01.2022
Bar Manager
Amsterdam Tavern
01.2019 - 01.2021
Federal Drug Task Force Officer, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department
01.2015 - 01.2019
Police Officer/Detective, District Detective Bureau
Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department
01.2012 - 01.2015
Detective, Narcotics/Vice/Violent Offenders Division
Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department
01.2011 - 01.2012
Police Officer/Detective, District Detective Bureau/District Street Team/South Patrol Special Operations Team
Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department
01.2008 - 01.2011
District Patrol Officer
Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department
01.2006 - 01.2008
Police Cadet/Civilian Employee
Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department
01.2005 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - CRIMINOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE
UNIVESRSITY OF MISSOURI-SAINT LOUIS