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Thomas Hoover

Longview,TX

Summary

Manager focused on company success, competitive growth, and team management, with strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication skills. Collaborative, relentless work ethic.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO

Artisan Concepts
09.2009 - 11.2022
  • Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends. Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Multi-unit locations with over $2.5 million annual sales with 5-7% increase in sales annually
  • Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
  • Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
  • Engaged positively with staff and leadership colleagues, soliciting and encouraging feedback and collaborative spirit.
  • Analyzed and tracked business metrics and made appropriate adjustments to meet supply and demand needs.
  • Defined company roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes.
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.

Startup Founder

TriState CareFlight
11.2008 - 04.2014
  • Author of 14 CFR 135 Certificate used in multi-state Fixed-wing & Rotor-wing Air Ambulance operations.
  • Developed strong partnerships with FSDO inspectors for ongoing certificate management.
  • Monitored Maintenance, Flight and General Operations of 14 rotor-wing and 7 fixed wing aircraft.
  • Created and Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
  • $58 million annual billed revenue.
  • Responsible for aircraft acquisition and EMS outfitting for basic and advanced life support transport.
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
  • Identified and pursued business development opportunities to grow organization and increase revenue.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.
  • Represented organization at external meetings and events to promote and build relationships with key partners.
  • Identified and mitigated operational risks to minimize potential negative impacts on organization.
  • Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
  • Managed procurement activities to secure resource acquisitions at best possible cost.

Lead Aircraft Mechanic

Signature Flight Support, BBA Aviation

Aircraft Maintenance Technician/ RII Inspector

The Jet Center

Senior Aircraft Mechanic

Avjet Aviation

Education

No Degree - Aviation Maintenace Technician

Glendale Community College
Glendale, CA
04.1998

Skills

  • Aircraft Mechanics
  • Aircraft Inspections
  • Financial Management
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Financial Reporting
  • Issue Resolution
  • People Management
  • Rules and Regulations
  • Crew Supervision
  • Vendor Management
  • Innovation and Creativity
  • Strategic Planning

Timeline

CEO

Artisan Concepts
09.2009 - 11.2022

Startup Founder

TriState CareFlight
11.2008 - 04.2014

Lead Aircraft Mechanic

Signature Flight Support, BBA Aviation

Aircraft Maintenance Technician/ RII Inspector

The Jet Center

Senior Aircraft Mechanic

Avjet Aviation

No Degree - Aviation Maintenace Technician

Glendale Community College
Thomas Hoover