Phillip Foster
Waukegan,IL
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at A & B Event Assortments, excelling in operational excellence and strategic visioning. Spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced company growth and brand reputation. Skilled in financial acumen and leadership, adept at fostering client relationships and motivating teams for peak performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
A & B Event Assortments
08.2021 - Current
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
Health Care Assistant
Pleasant View AFC Home
08.2021 - 07.2024
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
Patient Care Technician
Maximum Healthcare Milwaukee
12.2019 - 03.2021
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Machine Operator
Medline
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
Manager of Operations
Jani King
04.2014 - 01.2018
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Oversaw facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Successfully managed budgets, consistently meeting financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
Education
HVAC
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL10.2009
Phlebotomy
Robert Morris University
Waukegan, IL05.2008
Skills
- Effective Decision Making
- Operational Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Strategic Visioning
- Financial Acumen
- Executive Presence
- Client Relationship Building
- Leadership and People Development
- Business Development
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Management Team Leadership
Timeline
CEO
A & B Event Assortments
08.2021 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Pleasant View AFC Home
08.2021 - 07.2024
Patient Care Technician
Maximum Healthcare Milwaukee
12.2019 - 03.2021
Machine Operator
Medline
06.2019 - 11.2019
Manager of Operations
Jani King
04.2014 - 01.2018
HVAC
College of Lake County
Phlebotomy
Robert Morris University
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