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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Nova Scotia, Canada

Developed and implemented action plans and business development strategies to meet established sales targets. Proposed new products and services and recommended changes to existing practices to meet client's changing needs with a view to ensure client retention in the automotive retail industry. - Increased sales 300% over 3 years by implementing strategic.

Cornwallis, Nova Scotia, Canada

• Identified and facilitated application of product enhancement, development and diversification programs, and initiatives in partnership with colleagues in government, industry, and research organizations. Played a key.
• Boosted market share in seafood sector for Nova Scotia’s rural and coastal communities by providing NSDFA Management with advice and assistance with the development and initiation of international and domestic business.
• Partnered with government departments to provide contact information to potential investors, buyers, and sellers, leveraging business and market intelligence.
• Enabled business development by targeting improvements and raising the competitive profile of entire sectors.

Tengiz, Kazakhstan

• Leadership role with oil service contractor to Chevron with over 340 employees and Gross Revenues of $10 Million.
• Managed all Country relationships vis a vis various specific country laws and regulations.
• Prepared bids for RFP of various excavation and construction contracts.
• Negotiated and developed new Collective Agreement with Union Leaders of field staff workers.
• Lead and developed commercial financing of fleet of over 115 units of equipment with Russian banks.
• Directed accounting staff of 2 Chief Accountants and several accounting clerks in all areas of the group.

Nova Scotia, Canada

• Delivered financial planning, commercial mortgages, residential mortgages, leasing and loans to small businesses in Nova Scotia, typically tailoring unique transactions not possible through large financial institutions.
• Consistently achieved the best value for the client even in difficult situations, facilitating financing on behalf of client to improve business results / landscape / etc.
• Trained 7-9 people to increase individual expertise and grow business streams through cold calling, networking, marketing, business plan building, and presentations.
• Recognized as #6 over 20,000 agents in North America for top sales in 1st quarter of 2011 and recognized with “Rising Star” award in 2010 for outstanding new talent.

Yarmouth, NS

• Strategically restructured financial reporting processes in accordance with organizational changes. Served as key leader in effectively managing 15% annual revenue growth while actively involved in procurement through.
• Managed and directed all financial functions for the 7th largest global lobster sales company ($25 Million of Gross Revenue) and all 3 affiliated corporations.
• Spearheaded international trade efforts and missions to enter new markets outside the USA by opening new markets in Europe and Asia.
• Implemented creative inventory system improving tracking resulting, reducing operating expenses by 2%.

• Opened and operated 1 main office and 1 seasonal office of this new to Canada tax service competing head to head with H&R Block.
• Prepared and executed detailed marketing plan in accordance with Head Office expectations.
• Continuously trained all staff on customer service, client and corporate expectations to set efficiency standards.
• Recognized in 2009 as Canadian Franchisee with “Best Attitude”
• Recognized in 2001 as “Top 10” new franchisee in Canada.

Weymouth, NS

Integral member of Senior Management Team. Financial controller for both Sawmill and Forestry Operations with 300+ employees. Directed various Management Projects, including “Leading Change” Project.

Saint John, NB

Led financial and operational audits throughout Atlantic Canada and Quebec. Extensive travel over 50% of the time, including overnight stays. Learned and applied all aspects of a successful business from marketing, management, customer service, system implementation and of course financial.