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Roberto De La Garza

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Motivated business professional bringing 32 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.

Work History

Business Owner

Skunkybotanics CBD Shop
2024.03 - Current
  • Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
  • Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns, and transaction reports.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Enhanced company profitability by reducing overhead costs and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
  • Boosted revenue by identifying new business opportunities and diversifying product offerings.
  • Implemented efficient systems for inventory management, order processing, and shipping logistics.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Achieved consistent growth in annual revenue through strategic planning and execution of sales initiatives.
  • Increased client satisfaction by implementing innovative business strategies and streamlining processes.
  • Expanded market reach with targeted marketing campaigns and strategic partnerships.
  • Conducted market research to inform product development decisions and identify potential growth areas.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations by staying current on industry requirements and implementing necessary changes in operations.
  • Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture - Environmental Architecture

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
05.1985

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Customer Relations
  • Attention to Detail
  • Driven and Determined
  • Entrepreneurial personality
  • Relationship Building
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Business Planning
  • Employee Training
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Performance Improvement
  • Project Management
  • Business Development
  • Business Administration
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Issue Resolution
  • Professional Networking
  • Budget Control
  • Operations Management
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Bookkeeping
  • Quality Assurance
  • Cost Control and Budgeting
  • Staff hiring
  • Sales Planning
  • Financial Management
  • Sales Development
  • Accounting management
  • Negotiation and Persuasion
  • Start-Up Operations
  • Business marketing
  • New Business Development
  • Policies and Procedures Development
  • Staff Management
  • Negotiation
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Marketing Strategies
  • Business Management
  • Sales Strategies
  • Customer Retention
  • Direct Sales
  • Sales Tracking

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Business Owner

Skunkybotanics CBD Shop
2024.03 - Current

Bachelor of Architecture - Environmental Architecture

Texas A&M University
Roberto De La Garza