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Paul Dubravec

Bloomington,IL

Summary

Accomplished VP/Commodity Risk Management Consultant at Advance Trading, Inc, adept at building business in domestic and global markets and developing key relationships. Expert in commodity price risk assessment and strategic hedging, with a proven track record in organizational development and mentoring. Skilled in selling service/value propositions and engaging speaker at industry events. Successfully expanded client base through innovative strategies, enhancing efficiency and profitability.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

VP/Commodity Risk Management Consultant

Advance Trading, Inc
08.1994 - Current
  • Built a book off business from ground up in the United States while expanding into various global markets.
  • Developed and executed targeted business development initiatives, leading to an expansion of the company''s client base.
  • Established and directed successful programs focused on analyzing risk and formulating/executing prudent hedging practices.
  • Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures for clients.
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events in offering educational programs, participating in panel discussions, giving speeches covering industry topics.
  • Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
  • Mentored incoming new consultants, employees and interns to better introduce them to opportunities in the industry.

Commodity Merchandiser

ConAgra FIM
06.1992 - 07.1994
  • Actively traded feed ingredient and specialty grains.
  • Negotiated and booked transportation for trades made to insure on time shipment.
  • Maximized profitability and opportunity in existing and new trades via arbitrage and maximization of opportunities in logistics.
  • Responsible for providing timely transportation for multiple four mill by-product 24/7 in order to prevent down time at those mills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics/Agribusiness Management

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
05-1992

Skills

  • Selling service and value proposition, developing long standing relationships
  • Organizational Development
  • Assessing risk and highlighting opportunities
  • Seasoned mentor/educator
  • Presenting/speaking to groups of clients and industry events
  • International business
  • Strategic Planning
  • Business Development
  • Business Planning
  • Revenue Generation
  • Growth planning
  • Financial Acumen

Accomplishments

  • Served on Advance Trading, Inc Corporate Board of Directors for over 20 years - currently Secretary/Treasurer.
  • Served two terms on Board of Directors of Texas Grain and Feed Association.
  • Participated in various industry committees including National Grain and Feed Arbitration Committee.
  • Children's Hospital of Illinois Community Advisory Board Member

Interests

  • Avid fan of University of Illinois Athletics
  • Football Season ticket holder
  • Outdoor sports/recreation
  • Auto Repair/Restoration
  • Adventure Travel
  • Running
  • Fundraising Events
  • Volunteer Work
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Timeline

VP/Commodity Risk Management Consultant

Advance Trading, Inc
08.1994 - Current

Commodity Merchandiser

ConAgra FIM
06.1992 - 07.1994

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics/Agribusiness Management

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

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