Ronald Furman
Needham,USA
Summary
Seasoned executive with a proven track record of driving 1100% revenue growth at International Exchange of North America through data-driven strategy and stakeholder relationship optimization. Expert in regulatory adherence and collaborative team leadership, I've redefined market strategies and fostered international partnerships, significantly expanding market share.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner, Director, Alternate Responsible Officer
International Exchange of North America
Hackettstown, USA
01.2014 - Current
- Company Overview: US Department of State Designated Sponsor for six Cultural Exchange Programs, servicing approximately 8000 students per year
- Directs inbound and outbound programs, collaborates on all aspects of the daily operations with four fellow Owner/Partners, including administration, business development, Visa sponsorship and supervision of 20+ staff, Sevis administration, regulatory compliance, rigorous program evaluation, strategic analysis and developing innovative marketing campaigns to steer revenues and
- Leads recruiting and International Staffing initiatives to provide seasonal staffing solutions for the Hospitality, Leisure and Summer Camp industries
- Key liaison with the US Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security
- Responsible for International US Embassy visits and Consular relations
- US Department of State Designated Sponsor for six Cultural Exchange Programs, servicing approximately 8000 students per year
- Sponsorship of approximately 8000 students per year
- With four fellow Owner/Partners Rebranded and repositioned Company as leader in marketplace
- Negotiates and directs medical insurance coverage for 7000+ students annually
- Created and implemented organizational policies, standards and procedures to comply with applicable government regulations
- Effectively revised business model to increase efficiencies in global recruitment
- Secured strategic partnerships with International Recruiting Partners
- Plays an integral role in expanding market share by increasing revenues by 1100% from $1M to $11M since the time of purchase
Chief Operating Officer
ACAWE
Mahwah, USA
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Directed all aspects of the daily operations, including administration, business development, Visa sponsorship and supervision, Sevis administration, regulatory compliance, rigorous program evaluation, standardized global recruiting strategies, strategic analysis and developed innovative marketing campaigns to steer revenues and profitability for boutique International staffing services firm
- Led recruiting and International Staffing initiatives to provide seasonal staffing solutions for the Hospitality, Leisure and Summer Camp industries
- Key liaison with the US Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security
- Responsible for International US Embassy visits and Consular relations
- Rebranded and repositioned Company as niche leader in marketplace
- Created and implemented organizational policies, standards and procedures to comply with applicable government regulations
- Identified key opportunities for growth in supply and demand of International staff
- Effectively revised business model to increase efficiencies in global recruitment
- Secured strategic partnerships with International Recruiting Partners
- Played an integral role in expanding market share by increasing revenues by 500% by the time I departed
Regional Director of Operations, Northeast, USA
COMPASS GROUP NORTH AMERICA
Charlotte, USA
01.2000 - 01.2001
Regional Director of Operations, Northeast USA
OCEAN PROPERTIES, INC.
Portsmouth, USA
01.1997 - 01.1998
Corporate Director of Food and Beverage
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
New York City, USA
01.1996 - 01.1997
Director, Casual Dining
MERISTAR HOTELS
Washington, USA
01.1992 - 01.1996
- Company Overview: now Interstate Hotels and Resorts
- Now Interstate Hotels and Resorts
Education
LEAN SIX SIGMA Certification -
01.2014
Masters in Business Administration -
Isenberg School of Management, University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA01.2004
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJSkills
- Data-Driven Strategy Development
- Stakeholder Relationship Optimization
- Staff Development
- Collaborative Alliances
- Profit and Loss Management
- Market Strategy Development
- Regulatory Adherence
- Collaborative Team Leadership
- Talent Acquisition Strategies
- Contract Compliance Oversight
- Define, Rollout and Audit Policies/Procedures
- Engaging Executive Stakeholders
Personal Information
- Profile: Strong and decisive senior executive with solid credentials in all facets of operations management, including expertise steering multifaceted projects from concept to completion—innovative problem solver placing significant emphasis on fostering rapport and client trust. Visionary, hands on. A client-focused approach combined with exceptional track record of performance driving significant increase in revenues and bottom-line profit. Outstanding liaison/presentation skills, keen analytical strengths and entrepreneurial mindset; leverage unique talents to spawn company growth. Successful track record of working with state and federal agencies and knowledge of how to comply with required government regulations.
- Title: Senior Executive
Timeline
Owner, Director, Alternate Responsible Officer
International Exchange of North America
01.2014 - Current
Chief Operating Officer
ACAWE
01.2010 - 01.2014
Regional Director of Operations, Northeast, USA
COMPASS GROUP NORTH AMERICA
01.2000 - 01.2001
Regional Director of Operations, Northeast USA
OCEAN PROPERTIES, INC.
01.1997 - 01.1998
Corporate Director of Food and Beverage
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
01.1996 - 01.1997
Director, Casual Dining
MERISTAR HOTELS
01.1992 - 01.1996
LEAN SIX SIGMA Certification -
Masters in Business Administration -
Isenberg School of Management, University of Massachusetts
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Fairleigh Dickinson University
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