Frank Kesto
Paradise Valley,AZ
Summary
Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in the Food and Beverage Industry. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Rundles Market
03.2016 - 02.2021
- Expanded market reach with targeted marketing campaigns and strategic partnerships.
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Business Owner
Kierland Cigar And Smoke Shop
02.2014 - 01.2021
- Increased client satisfaction by implementing innovative business strategies and streamlining processes.
- Enhanced company profitability by reducing overhead costs and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
- Expanded market reach with targeted marketing campaigns and strategic partnerships.
- Developed a high-performing team through effective recruitment, training, and performance management.
Business Owner
Vegas Liquor
Detroit, MI
08.2001 - 05.2014
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Business Owner
1 & 2 Dollar Store
West Bloomfield , MI
2000.09 - 2013.05
- Developed a high-performing team through effective recruitment, training, and performance management.
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and regularly updating staff on industry best practices.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Education
Associate of Science - Business
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MISkills
- Employee Development
- Customer Service
- Financial Management
- Business Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Business Development
- Staff Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Operations Management
- Bookkeeping
- Purchasing and Planning
Languages
Arabic
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Business Owner
Rundles Market
03.2016 - 02.2021
Business Owner
Kierland Cigar And Smoke Shop
02.2014 - 01.2021
Business Owner
Vegas Liquor
08.2001 - 05.2014
Business Owner
1 & 2 Dollar Store
2000.09 - 2013.05
Associate of Science - Business
University of Detroit Mercy
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