Steven Major
Holly,MI
Summary
Seasoned small business owner with several years of experience in operations management, business strategy and financial management. Demonstrated success in capitalizing on new trends and technologies to drive business development initiatives and achieve/exceed growth benchmarks.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner | Director of Operations
Major Driving School
Swartz Creek, MI
10.2022 - Current
- Develop strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Identify new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Create marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Manage daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Analyze industry trends to develop competitive strategies.
- Maintain relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Collaborate with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
Owner
Simple Living Company
Redding, CA
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Started the company during COVID & sold the business 2 years later with a 18x growth on original purchase price of the business.
- Developed business plan to launch startup venture.
- Conducted market research and identified target customer segments.
- Built a team of professionals with diverse skill sets.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for resources needed for the startup.
- Created a website and social media presence to promote the startup.
- Developed strategies for marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness.
- Oversaw financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and accounting.
- Established relationships with key stakeholders such as customers, partners, investors.
- Analyzed industry trends to assess current competitive landscape and identify new opportunities.
Learning & Development Strategist
Blue Shield of California
Redding, CA
02.2016 - 06.2020
- Created & managed workshops to promote professional development and personal growth.
- Created resources such as worksheets, handouts, and educational materials to assist employees in their learning process.
- Identified potential barriers that may impede progress towards desired goals.
- Increased employee efficiency & role mastery which lead to cost savings and department performance
Education
Associate of Science - Business Management
University of Michigan
Flint, MI04-2011
Skills
- Program creation and implementation
- Marketing tactics
- Data Management
- Organization and Time Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Project Planning
- Operating expense tracking
- Budgeting and financial management
- Cost accounting
- Financial reporting and analysis
Timeline
Owner | Director of Operations
Major Driving School
10.2022 - Current
Owner
Simple Living Company
06.2020 - 10.2022
Learning & Development Strategist
Blue Shield of California
02.2016 - 06.2020
Associate of Science - Business Management
University of Michigan
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