Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information
Certification
Timeline
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Stuart Perque

Stuart Perque

Kenner,LA

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Perque Carpet & Drapery Ltd. Inc., excelling in strategic planning and operational excellence. Spearheaded revenue growth and enhanced customer satisfaction through innovative solutions and exceptional service. Skilled in crisis management and staff training, demonstrating integrity and ethics. Achieved significant achievements in business development and sales, fostering a culture of success. Versatile business leader bringing 45 years of experience as accomplished owner. Strategic problem-solver, change manager and visionary executive with success implementing plans to meet current and future needs. Key expertise in flooring. Results-oriented flooring executive with demonstrated record of accomplishment in streamlining operations, increasing profits and maximizing market penetration. Decisive leader promoting operational improvements, market expansion and positive corporate culture as keys to success.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

President and Owner

Perque Carpet & Drapery Ltd. Inc.
08.1981 - Current
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
  • Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
  • Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
  • Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
  • Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
  • Inspired innovation by creating an environment that encouraged creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

Flooring Sales Specialist

Perque Flooring
01.1978 - 08.1981
  • Followed up with customers to assess satisfaction, answer questions, and resolve concerns.
  • Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers.
  • Maintained in-depth understanding of all available brands and types of flooring available to customers.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate flooring materials based on their preferences, budget, and space requirements.
  • Discussed pricing, additional charges, and payment plans during sales process.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing personalized flooring solutions tailored to individual needs.
  • Developed a loyal customer base by consistently exceeding expectations and delivering outstanding service throughout the entire sales process.
  • Boosted sales revenue by implementing effective marketing strategies and promoting various flooring options.

Education

High School Diploma -

Edward Douglas White
Thibodaux, LA
05.1979

Drafting 4 Year Degree

Terrebone Trade School
Houma, LA
05.1977 - 05.1981

Skills

  • Leadership Team Building
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Operational Excellence
  • Integrity and ethics
  • Crisis Management
  • Operations Management
  • Staff Training
  • Project Management
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Business Development

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Supervised team of 26 staff members.
  • Documented and resolved company structure issues which led to resulted in going from 1 store to 8 locations.

Additional Information

Worked my whole life in a family business which was started in 1954. Feel like I have had a great business for many years

with many locations and was selected as the 8th member of the National Floorcovering Association . We have always tried

to satisfy any and all clients with our finished product. We take pride in our business which is what as kept us in business

all these years. At this time to turn it to the 3rd generation and move on to another adventure , as I feel I am ready for another

challenge.

Certification

  • Flooring State contractor License - 10 years
  • COO-C - Chief Operations Officer - Certified

Timeline

President and Owner

Perque Carpet & Drapery Ltd. Inc.
08.1981 - Current

Flooring Sales Specialist

Perque Flooring
01.1978 - 08.1981

Drafting 4 Year Degree

Terrebone Trade School
05.1977 - 05.1981

High School Diploma -

Edward Douglas White
Stuart Perque