Sean Smith
Queen Creek,AZ
Summary
Dynamic leader with expertise in strategic planning, financial management, and team development. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and employee engagement while driving business growth.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Compton Glass, Inc.
Downey, CA
10.1987 - 06.2026
- Led strategic planning to align company goals with market trends.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and resource allocation.
- Developed partnerships with suppliers to enhance product offerings and availability.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain product standards and safety compliance.
- Directed financial management processes, including budgeting and forecasting initiatives.
- Cultivated a positive workplace culture through employee engagement and development programs.
- Analyzed market data to inform business strategies and drive competitive advantage.
- Championed sustainability initiatives to reduce environmental impact in production practices.
- Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
- Collaborated with staff members to ensure operational efficiency of the organization.
- Oversaw daily administrative tasks such as payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable management.
- Developed and executed strategic business plan to attain assigned metrics.
- Managed personnel issues including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluation, and termination.
- Provided leadership and guidance on budgeting decisions to maximize resources available.
- Cultivated and maintained positive working relationships with employees, executives and other stakeholders.
- Analyzed financial statements and forecasts to improve programs, performance and policies.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members by listening attentively and providing constructive feedback.
- Coordinated work across departments to keep teams on track with company goals.
- Determined performance goals and offered tactics for achieving milestones.
- Built talent pipeline to support business growth and enduring success.
- Delivered speeches and attended industry conferences to promote company image and engage with buyers.
- Integrated marketing and sales strategies with business development and operational leadership plans.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline organizational processes when needed.
- Researched underlying issues, regulatory compliance status and processes to resolve complex business issues and recommend strategic corrective actions.
- Monitored legislative changes that could affect the organization's operations or funding sources.
- Developed and executed strategies for entering new markets and increasing market share.
- Implemented cutting-edge technologies to streamline operations and increase efficiency.
- Oversaw development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures.
- Identified new business opportunities through market research.
- Negotiated high-value contracts and partnerships to expand market presence.
- Championed corporate social responsibility and sustainability initiatives.
- Represented the company in industry events, conferences, and public engagements.
- Monitored market trends and adjusted strategies accordingly.
- Promoted a customer-centric approach to drive satisfaction and loyalty.
- Enhanced employee engagement and productivity through leadership development programs.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards.
- Analyzed competitive landscape to inform strategic decision-making.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and other partners.
- Directed company-wide budgeting, financial planning, and analysis processes.
- Oversaw corrective action plans to remedy structural, organizational and departmental issues.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Oversaw technological improvements, successfully reducing waste and eliminating business bottlenecks.
- Executed on-time, under-budget project management to adhere to project road map.
- Implemented strategic offerings to enhance company's suite of products and services.
- Optimized supply chain to reduce materials costs and improve distribution.
- Exceeded sales goals through upselling and cross-selling within existing client base as well as strategically attracting new business.
- Improved profitability by accurately maintaining P&L to meet prime fiscal responsibility.
- Developed long-range plans for business growth, resulting in increase in annual sales.
- Strategized and implemented plans to transform and revitalize operations, capitalizing on emerging industry trends.
- Leveraged trends in customer industries and marketplaces to shape solutions and approaches.
- Led strategic planning and execution to enhance profitability and company growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing, Accounting, Political Science
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05-1991
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Financial management
- Market analysis
- Quality control
- Contract negotiation
- Operational efficiency
- Business development
- Supply chain optimization
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Employee engagement
- Budget management
- Project management
- Business planning
- Sales and marketing
- Account management
- Contract management
Accomplishments
Achieved the rank of Eagle Scout May 1982
Affiliations
SME (Subject Matter Expert) as a consultant for the State of California Contractor's License Board (CSLB)
Timeline
President
Compton Glass, Inc.
10.1987 - 06.2026
Bachelor of Science - Marketing, Accounting, Political Science
California State University, Long Beach