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Contractors know that they need to refocus their hiring practices, implement training programs, and invest in educating the future workforce in order to stanch the flow of talent leaving the workforce. A slow-moving, glacial shift in job culture is underway, and future-minded leaders know that “upping their game” and improving the workplace experience is a means by which more people can be drawn into learning a trade.I have spent the majority of my career devising ways to maximize labor productivity while efficiently servicing contingent construction labor needs. The need for skilled labor is going nowhere, and I have devoted my career to increasing both the visibility and impact of skilled tradespeople. During my tenure with Tradesmen International, I held multiple roles of progressive accountability, ultimately as Vice President of Strategic Accounts. In this highly visible role, I defined the customer account strategy for $100M in business and drafted operating and sales budgets to ensure compliance. As a result of my achievement, I was recognized with as one of the top performers for my efforts in exceeding sales goals and driving significant increases in margin and growth. Specialties Sales Budgeting & ForecastingMergers & Acquisitions (M&A)Performance Metrics & KPIs Financial (P&L) OversightCoaching & MentoringSolutions Architecture Relationship BuildingProject ManagementContract NegotiationThought Leadership Consultative SellingStrategic DirectionAccount StrategyTeam Leadership

Listed skills include Account Management, Budgets, and Business Development.