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YILDIRIM "ALEX" SIVAR

Jacksonville

Summary

Accomplished CEO with a proven track record at HOTEL RESOURCES LLC, adept in crisis management and relationship building. Spearheaded innovative operational initiatives, driving substantial business growth. Excelled in strategic negotiations and partnerships, blending emotional intelligence and creativity to navigate complex challenges. Demonstrated excellence in communication, fostering a culture of progress and performance. Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO

HOTEL RESOURCES LLC
11.2018 - Current
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, equitable and performance-oriented business culture to lead hospitality staffing in innovation and push progress.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.

CEO

SIVAR HOSPITALITY CONSULTANTS INC
01.2006 - 04.2018

Managed business and investor relationships by negotiating agreement terms and handled any disputes. Advised foreign investors to make sound investments in the US while achieving their desired market shares. Developed and advised many business plans for E-2 Investor visas.

Lead several business groups to overseas investment trips and head the negotiations with many government entities.

Evaluated and improved sales, marketing and branding strategies. Prepared project and productivity reports and insured compliance with quality and safety.

Senior District Manager

AVIS/BUDGET GROUP
03.1990 - 04.2005
  • Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

ADVISOR to MINISTER OF TOURISM AND CULTURE

REPUBLIC OF TURKEY
02.1988 - 02.1990

Appointed by the Minister of Tourism and Culture "M.TINAZ TITIZ, and approved by Turkish Assembly . Responsibilities included ;

- Giving Startegic advice

- coordinating relations with stakeholders

- Advising political considerations

- Providing media and communication advise

- Joining the Minister on official visits.


Education

MBA - International Business Management

New York University
New York, NY
07.1981

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

New York Institute of Technology
Old Westbury, NY
06.1978

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of Istanbul
Istanbul Turkey
06.1974

High School Diploma -

Kuleli Military High School
Istanbul- TURKEY
06.1970

Skills

  • Crisis Management;

Adaptability: I believe, being able to adapt to the situation at hand can be the difference between successful crisis management and utter failure

Relationship Management : In times of crisis, my ability to manage relationships is a critical skill I believe, relationship management is not only important for maintaining strong bonds between individuals, but it is also an art that focuses on handling and nurturing relationships during times of challenge

Communication : I believe, without proper communication channels, the plan in place becomes obsolete as it fails to keep relevant parties informed and updated Effective communication is, therefore, a vital skill needed for crisis management

Emotional Intelligence with emotional intelligence, I can approach a crisis in a way that is both compassionate and strategic, finding solutions that not only address the immediate issues but also minimize long-term impacts

Creativity My creativity has been the driving force behind many successful responses to some unprecedented situations

Affiliations

  • Baptist Hospital Foundation Board

Languages

Arabic
Limited Working
Spanish
Full Professional
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

CEO

HOTEL RESOURCES LLC
11.2018 - Current

CEO

SIVAR HOSPITALITY CONSULTANTS INC
01.2006 - 04.2018

Senior District Manager

AVIS/BUDGET GROUP
03.1990 - 04.2005

ADVISOR to MINISTER OF TOURISM AND CULTURE

REPUBLIC OF TURKEY
02.1988 - 02.1990

MBA - International Business Management

New York University

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

New York Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of Istanbul

High School Diploma -

Kuleli Military High School
YILDIRIM "ALEX" SIVAR