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Rudolph Rayfield Jr

Rudolph Rayfield Jr

Entrepreneur, Consultant, Writer, Host
New Orleans,LA

Summary

Innovative and performance-driven Entrepreneur with a deep passion for creating loyal appetites for brands. Diligent problem-solver with resourceful approach to change management.

Documented strengths in business devolpment and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders locally, regionally and nationally.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Co-Founder | Host

Flavor Down South
New Orleans , LA
09.2021 - Current
  • Founded company that specializes in storytelling, by celebrating the talents, strength and power in Southern communities.
  • Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
  • Built storylines to interest listeners and grow audience.
  • Interviewed show guests and moderated discussions.
  • Researched topics for comment and discussion.
  • Composed original written material for various types of publications.

Change Management Consultant

RBX
New Orleans, LA
10.2014 - Current
  • Founded company which specializes in creating solutions and cultivating change.
  • Design agile change strategies to help clients navigate the transformation process and prepare them for the future.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Contribute to client solutions using personal insights and experience to solve complex client issues.
  • Delivered and ensured organizational change management project deliverables, schedule, and scope are managed, including the development of recovery plans, to stay within approved limits.
  • Trained and developed personnel to improve safety, employee relations and resolve COVID-19 issues.
  • Created content and events to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.

Senior Director of Operations

Reconcile New Orleans Inc. |Cafe Reconcile
New Orleans , LA
05.2013 - 10.2014
  • Developed and optimized organizational systems to boost efficiency and keep operations scalable and agile for changing demands.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Drove restaurant and catering revenues by bringing in new business to establishment, consistently exceeding quarterly and yearly goals.
  • Built lasting, lucrative relationships with community members and leaders through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Served instrumental role in organizational transformation and expansion.
  • Secured contract for up to $175K, to provide goods and services for a National Music Festival which successfully earned 52K in profit.

Chief Operations Officer

Society Of St Vincent De Paul
New Orleans, LA
10.2003 - 05.2013
  • Drove operational direction, administrative and cost efficiency and coordination of program initiatives.
  • Masterminded complete restructuring which led to a healthy balance sheet, updated programing, increased volunteer engagement and sustainability.
  • Coordinated relief efforts for thousands of residents after Major Disaster.
  • Executed two Louisiana statewide workforce development pilot programs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communications

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
11.2021 - Current

Business Administration And Management

Southern University At New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
08.1995 - 05.1997

Skills

Consulting

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Professional Development

Greater New Orleans Foundation Emerging Leaders Program, 60 hours (2014) financial leadership, cultural competence, and organizational sustainability. Workforce Development, 40 hours (2015) job placement, supported employment competencies.

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Communications

University of Phoenix
11.2021 - Current

Co-Founder | Host

Flavor Down South
09.2021 - Current

Change Management Consultant

RBX
10.2014 - Current

Senior Director of Operations

Reconcile New Orleans Inc. |Cafe Reconcile
05.2013 - 10.2014

Chief Operations Officer

Society Of St Vincent De Paul
10.2003 - 05.2013

Business Administration And Management

Southern University At New Orleans
08.1995 - 05.1997

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