Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
Work History
OWNER/OPERATOR
TENNESSEE BUILDERS
05.1983 - Current
Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Evaluated company performance against objectives, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired results.
Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
OWNER/SALESMAN, TRAINER
ALLSTATE REAL ESTATE AND FULL LINE INSURANCE CO.
03.1973 - 08.1985
Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
Upheld high standards of customer service by promoting and upselling new products and services.
South Central Regional Education Consultant at State of Tennessee - Tennessee Department of EducationSouth Central Regional Education Consultant at State of Tennessee - Tennessee Department of Education