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Education
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Samantha Bistodeau

Samantha Bistodeau

Cambridge,MN

Summary

Professional operations leader with consistent track record in optimizing processes and driving impactful results. Proven ability to lead teams, implement strategic initiatives, and adapt to changing environments with ease. Skilled in project management, process improvement, and resource allocation. Known for effective collaboration and delivering dependable outcomes.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Operations

Ruff Start Rescue
02.2020 - Current
  • Provided strategic oversight of legal, compliance, and organizational growth, managing trademarks, insurance claims, and risk mitigation while driving operational efficiencies to support long-term sustainability and expansion.
  • Lead all Human Resources functions, including recruiting, onboarding, and retaining top employees and volunteers; developed clear roles, team structures, HR policies, and performance review systems while overseeing benefits and insurance administration.
  • Responsible for ensuring that the physical office operates as efficiently as possible. Train and lead the rest of the leadership team in good practices, set up new policies, ensure safety compliance, and handle any new or ongoing maintenance issues.
  • Oversee facilities and technology management, ensuring a safe and mission-supportive environment by coordinating maintenance, security, and utilities; managed IT infrastructure, including networks, software, and contractor support for system efficiency.
  • Led and supported key department managers, overseeing education, volunteer programs, financial operations, budgeting, compliance, and office management to ensure alignment with organizational goals and operational efficiency.

Production Manager and Accounting Assistant

Whitetail Tool
10.2005 - 02.2020
  • Managed financial and administrative operations, including payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable, tax deposits, financial reporting, and general office support to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Managed production logistics, overseeing incoming orders, inventory control, scheduling, and vendor communications to ensure efficient operations and timely fulfillment in a plastic manufacturing environment.
  • Product assembly, ensuring quality control, efficiency, and adherence to production standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Events Operations & Media Assistant

ISOC, Professional Snocross
11.2007 - 04.2008
  • Assist media operations- coordinate schedules for interviews, & professional signing sessions.
  • Overseeing award ceremonies to ensure seamless execution.
  • Collaborate with media teams- capture high quality content for promotional use.

Education

Associates degree - undefined

Anoka Ramsey
Cambridge, MN
05.2009

Skills

  • Self-directed learning
  • Operational efficiency
  • Operations oversight
  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Business management
  • Process improvement
  • Operations management
  • Team leadership
  • Hiring and onboarding
  • Relationship building
  • Staff hiring
  • Human resources
  • Staff development

Timeline

Director of Operations

Ruff Start Rescue
02.2020 - Current

Events Operations & Media Assistant

ISOC, Professional Snocross
11.2007 - 04.2008

Production Manager and Accounting Assistant

Whitetail Tool
10.2005 - 02.2020

Associates degree - undefined

Anoka Ramsey