Fractional CEO is a consultancy that provides executive level mentorship and support to companies looking to course correct and/or expand.Presidents and CEO are the visionary and leaders of their business. Having access to a reliable and experienced partner to help work out their specific goals and actions forward, gives one confidence in getting things moving.The mentoring is followed by tailored coaching for CEO’s and their executive team. Providing invaluable guidance and… Show more Fractional CEO is a consultancy that provides executive level mentorship and support to companies looking to course correct and/or expand.Presidents and CEO are the visionary and leaders of their business. Having access to a reliable and experienced partner to help work out their specific goals and actions forward, gives one confidence in getting things moving.The mentoring is followed by tailored coaching for CEO’s and their executive team. Providing invaluable guidance and support to sustain positive changes in their leadership and business. We do this by helping them navigate challenges, hold them accountable and refine their leadership skills, ensuring success in achieving their goals.fractional.ceo Show less

Testimonial:What a game changer! After 14 years in business, never seeming to level up, I decided it was time to reach out for help. I was referred to Brad by an industry colleague who experienced tremendous success with Brad, and now that I've been working with him for 5 months, I understand.Brad has helped me with time management, knowing my numbers, sales strategies (educating the client), the importance of marketing, delegating tasks to employees, and so much more. I can't recommend… Show more Testimonial:What a game changer! After 14 years in business, never seeming to level up, I decided it was time to reach out for help. I was referred to Brad by an industry colleague who experienced tremendous success with Brad, and now that I've been working with him for 5 months, I understand.Brad has helped me with time management, knowing my numbers, sales strategies (educating the client), the importance of marketing, delegating tasks to employees, and so much more. I can't recommend him enough!- Josh Hudon, Owner ADLYN CONSTRUCTION INCWhen we assist, YOU get the Goal*Find focus. Build structure. Gain clarity*Improve Sales*Time Management / Workflow control*Reduce employee turnover*Build a strong team (Sales Culture)*Planning and business development*Communication / Leadership*Accountability *Employee relations/development (Pushing up your people) Show less

Directly supervising/leading a team of 16 Regional Managers.Lead the business strategy and identify coachable moments from:Review and interpret monthly P&L statements and provide feedback/directionReview and interpret monthly regional performance trackers (Gross revenue, Audit results, promotional performance, Business reviews with Franchise Partners)Engaging with our Franchise Partners in order to understand their challenges and how our operations team can helpManage… Show more Directly supervising/leading a team of 16 Regional Managers.Lead the business strategy and identify coachable moments from:Review and interpret monthly P&L statements and provide feedback/directionReview and interpret monthly regional performance trackers (Gross revenue, Audit results, promotional performance, Business reviews with Franchise Partners)Engaging with our Franchise Partners in order to understand their challenges and how our operations team can helpManage and develop a team of 16 direct reportsChair weekly operations meetingsCreate the vision, culture and leadership for the field operations teamProvide status updates to CEOProvide HR support for Regional Managers and Franchise PartnersProvide instruction/coaching on Local Store Marketing initiatives to drive revenueWrite annual performance reviews for Regional ManagersCreate professional development outline and support for team to grow and improve Show less

Reporting to the Board of Directors. My mandate was to oversee, assess and direct the retail operations to achieve the financial targets set forth by the ownership group. Responsibilities:• Provide Monthly updates on business plan progress, challenges and when necessary, submit proposals for my action plans that address business needs, to the Board of Directors• Directly lead the 2 stores management teamsReason for leaving: Packaged out due to COVID-19. The business… Show more Reporting to the Board of Directors. My mandate was to oversee, assess and direct the retail operations to achieve the financial targets set forth by the ownership group. Responsibilities:• Provide Monthly updates on business plan progress, challenges and when necessary, submit proposals for my action plans that address business needs, to the Board of Directors• Directly lead the 2 stores management teamsReason for leaving: Packaged out due to COVID-19. The business sustained such considerable losses due to the pandemic. They had no choice but to restructure to save the company. Show less

> Recruit and develop sales team> Co-Chair weekly sales team meetings> Coached management and sales team towards improving individual sales performance > Responsible for the overall management of all strategic and operational Marketing and Customer Relationship activities> Provide market feedback to the company leadership regarding competitive offerings, prospect needs and generate product development ideas> Take ownership of the management of the sales and… Show more > Recruit and develop sales team> Co-Chair weekly sales team meetings> Coached management and sales team towards improving individual sales performance > Responsible for the overall management of all strategic and operational Marketing and Customer Relationship activities> Provide market feedback to the company leadership regarding competitive offerings, prospect needs and generate product development ideas> Take ownership of the management of the sales and marketing functions of the business. Drive increased revenue and profit to achieve the Company`s ambitious growth> Planning and coordinating the implementation of business plans and the penetration of new markets Show less

Teach the Business Communication class.Curriculum of, but not limited to:> Negotiation skills> Proposal writing> Conflict resolution> Presentation skills> Resume writing & Cover letters> Interviewing skills> Branding> Contracts/Estimates/Quotes

As Vice -President of BNI Alberta North's Chapter of the Year (2011, 2014 & 2015) my role is to chair the Membership Committee, track chapter statistics and chair chapter meetings when the chapter President is unavailable. As VP my responsibilities are also for organizing, growing and supporting this group of dedicated entrepreneurs that collaboratively work to promote qualified businesses by referral to clients that are in need of trusted services . Most professionals love receiving… Show more As Vice -President of BNI Alberta North's Chapter of the Year (2011, 2014 & 2015) my role is to chair the Membership Committee, track chapter statistics and chair chapter meetings when the chapter President is unavailable. As VP my responsibilities are also for organizing, growing and supporting this group of dedicated entrepreneurs that collaboratively work to promote qualified businesses by referral to clients that are in need of trusted services . Most professionals love receiving referrals, yet have no referral marketing program. BNI Park Power Connections fills that gap for members and becomes a solid pillar of their marketing platform, while educating our members with skill development in networking, marketing and advertising, as well as the natural development of professional public speaking skills. Last year, our members exchanged over $3.5 Million in referred closed business. This year, our goal is even more aggressive. If your business is ready to grow to the next tier of profitability and is ready to handle an injection of sales, please ask me if there is a way I can help you. At BNI Park Power Connections, we are taking your business to the next level! Show less

Reporting to the VP of Operations. > Co-wrote and facilitated ‘Guest Experience’ workshop at East/West conferences.> Increased engagement and built a sales culture with franchise owners through business coaching method. Introduced the coaching method to field operations to improve sales.> Ensured team and franchise partners remained focused and minimized negative impact to region during serious supply chain disruption.> Improved operational effectiveness by… Show more Reporting to the VP of Operations. > Co-wrote and facilitated ‘Guest Experience’ workshop at East/West conferences.> Increased engagement and built a sales culture with franchise owners through business coaching method. Introduced the coaching method to field operations to improve sales.> Ensured team and franchise partners remained focused and minimized negative impact to region during serious supply chain disruption.> Improved operational effectiveness by introducing business development strategy into field operations which led to the creation of the Business development manager position> Achieved 5.7% improvement in net sales trend in a depressed revenue year which resulted in highest focused cafe improvement in Canada in 2011.Reson for leaving: Company downsizing, I was one of 24 people packaged out Show less

> Increased Tech centre sales to +40% over previous years trend which was highest in the district.> Reduced inventory shrink from .54% to .19% (represented 19K improvement)> Increased sales in Copy Centre by 8% over previous year> Reduced store turnover from 76% to 54% 2009 vs 2008 and improved team morale

Responsible for the profitable operation of up to 21 stores over two provinces.• Actively involved in the recruitment, training, performance management and succession planning of more than 170 employees • Developed budgets, analyzed P&L’s, problem solved, and developed agendas for business planning meetings with store managers• Conducted monthly one-on-one meetings with store managers to review all facets of the business. Collaborated on ways to build the business and address… Show more Responsible for the profitable operation of up to 21 stores over two provinces.• Actively involved in the recruitment, training, performance management and succession planning of more than 170 employees • Developed budgets, analyzed P&L’s, problem solved, and developed agendas for business planning meetings with store managers• Conducted monthly one-on-one meetings with store managers to review all facets of the business. Collaborated on ways to build the business and address problems• Presented Loss Prevention audits monthly, ensuring standards were maintained• Chaired monthly area management meetings to team build, review results and identify best practices.KEY ACHIEVMENTS * Achieved highest profit. Operating income surplus to budget (1M) was highest in company history – 2001* Led the highest sales and lowest shrink results achieved in the same year. This had never been achieved before. – 1999* Established management retention. One of the top 3 districts with the lowest management turnover in the country for four straight years 1999 – 2003* Mentored a manager who was subsequently promoted to Area Manager* Spearheaded acquisition in Grande Prairie. Improved market penetration. Show less