Overview
Work History
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Rodney Stewart

Oklahoma City,Oklahoma

Overview

51
51
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Dental Care / American Dental Services
01.2002 - Current
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
  • Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decisionmaking.
  • Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.

Owner

Island Dental Services / 5% Owner Of Toothworks
06.1996 - 06.2001
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
  • Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decisionmaking.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
  • Diversified revenue streams by exploring new markets and developing innovative products or services tailored to those markets'' needs.
  • Spearheaded initiatives aimed at improving internal communication channels between team members facilitating greater collaboration across departments.
  • Proactively identified areas of risk within the organization implemented necessary safeguards mitigating any potential negative impact on the business.
  • Fostered an environment promoting continuous improvement empowering employees to identify opportunities for enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
  • Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
  • Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
  • Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency across industry operations.
  • Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
  • Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
  • Managed large budgets, collaborating with other departments to eliminate redundancies.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • 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.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Adhered to regulatory and policy changes and made necessary adjustments to maintain overall success.
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
  • Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

Lead Outside Sales Person

FHP / Pacific Care Health Insurance Company
01.1993 - 01.1996
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Sales

Townhouse Furniture Store
05.1990 - 01.1993
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
  • Maximized profitability with strategic upselling techniques during one-on-one interactions with clients at the point of purchase.

Owner Stewart Custom Cabinets

Self Employed
01.1985 - 10.1989
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.

Owner

Chadwick / Stewart Custom Construction
01.1980 - 01.1985

50% Owner of a construction company that did lease spaces and custom cabinets.

Carpenter Finish and Cabinets

Carpenter Union Houston Tx
01.1980 - 01.1985

Conducted all phases of construction work, from drywall and cabinets and finishing.

Carpenter

Carpenter Union Wichita Falls Tx
01.1973 - 01.1980

General Carpentry and Contrution

Education

High School Diploma -

Iowa Park High School
Iowa Park, TX
05.1972

Timeline

Owner

Dental Care / American Dental Services
01.2002 - Current

Owner

Island Dental Services / 5% Owner Of Toothworks
06.1996 - 06.2001

Lead Outside Sales Person

FHP / Pacific Care Health Insurance Company
01.1993 - 01.1996

Sales

Townhouse Furniture Store
05.1990 - 01.1993

Owner Stewart Custom Cabinets

Self Employed
01.1985 - 10.1989

Owner

Chadwick / Stewart Custom Construction
01.1980 - 01.1985

Carpenter Finish and Cabinets

Carpenter Union Houston Tx
01.1980 - 01.1985

Carpenter

Carpenter Union Wichita Falls Tx
01.1973 - 01.1980

High School Diploma -

Iowa Park High School
Rodney Stewart