Daniel Collins Email & Phone Number

Atlanta, Georgia

Sweetwater Pools is a larger company serving the Southeast in several markets and employs 1600-1800 people annually. Key duties include: - Business Growth and Development: plan and oversee new marketing initiatives and campaign implementation; increase the value of current clients while attracting new ones; contract development and implementation; on-going profit margin analysis; facilitate transactions for both one-time-project customers and customers with recurring contracts; attend industry conferences and events designed for improving sales strategies and increasing product knowledge- Employee Management: prepare for and conduct weekly management meetings to review goals and strategies; recruit and train senior and middle management; recruit and train administrative staff; oversee employee time-management for payroll approvals and budgeting; conduct ongoing employee performance evaluations; create and implement annual company-wide training programs for new, entry-level staff- Project Management: lead project planning sessions at each project phase; coordinate internal crews, sub-contractors, and 3rd party sub-contractors on multi-level projects; keep constant and direct communication with customers regarding project timelines and progress; ensure payment schedules are adhered to both for customers and contractors- Procurement: track non-retail product and material inventory used by field staff; source retail products from vendors based on competitive wholesale cost, product quality, and manufacturer customer service ratings; perform product cost analysis to ensure longevity of consumer satisfaction and on-target profit margins during applicable warranty periods; project future sales for product pre-ordering to minimize overstock at end of fiscal year- Sales: conduct inside sales for B2B transactions that facilitate long-term growth in B2C sales revenue; conduct outside sales for B2C transactions while maintaining profit margins and revenue growth goals.

Atlanta, Georgia

- Perform budget analysis for current and projected revenue with detailed and categorized expense reports- Monitor payroll hours, approve overtime and adjust payroll hours for budgeting purposes- Procure products and materials for office staff, field staff, and for any approved sales, repairs, or renovations- Lead weekly team meetings for company performance updates, employee recognition, and updates on ongoing projects- Oversee P&L’s with accountability - Develop effective record keeping procedures to improve office management- Created incentive opportunities in a lean budget environment- Develop and execute effective marketing strategies using co-op programs with various vendors- Recently developed a comprehensive training program that is designed to develop new employees and teach them to adhere to company standards, industry guidelines, and trade knowledge- Lead office and field staff to bring about consistent, high-quality client relations with departmental collaboration- Develop contracts for new, existing, and returning clients- Assist as needed with sales, client relations, and accounting

Atlanta, Georgia

- Supervised a team of service technicians, including: hiring, training, scheduling, daily routes, and monitoring work hours- Estimated and monitored project costs to maintain and increase profit margins- Organized financial reports for budgetary monitoring- Oversaw all operations of this division, including ensuring adherence to all EPA, CDC and OSHA regulations- Managed and negotiated customer service agreements and repair-work proposals varying from less than $100 to well over $25,000 with ~70% close rate- Contributed to major growth allowing for the merger between two separate divisions within the firm- Organized and executed approved repair work while maintaining customer satisfaction throughout the project cycle- Followed up with customers upon repair and project completions to gain feedback for improvement- Organized work-calendar based on service agreement terms and customer requests- Ensured that service agreements are upheld; managed customer concerns in a timely and professional manner consistent with company policies and the terms of individual service agreements

Tucker, Georgia, United States

Swimming Pool Maintenance and Repairs- Responsible for the daily maintenance and upkeep of assigned properties- Chemical testing and adjustments- Minor to moderate repairs- Daily service routes

Dallas, Ga

- Taught four classes of advanced content and gifted students. - Implemented effective lessons based on the Common Core Georgia Performance Standards, then used the results of regular assessments to modify instruction as needed. - Identified individual learning needs in order to plan and deliver lessons. - Organized collaborative activities that promoted individual student accountability. - Successfully integrated various technologies to engage students and enhance learning. - Established positive collaborative relationships with staff and administrators. - Communicated with parents via notes home and through email via my collaborating teacher. - Used a variety of behavior modification techniques to effectively manage the classroom, promote a healthy learning environment, and establish high, consistent expectations. - Participated in staff development training and collaborative horizontal planning with other ELA teachers, as well as vertical planning with upper grade level teachers.

Kennesaw, Ga

- Observed and assisted collaborating teacher in tutoring two general education classes and two inclusion classes. - One class contained an Autistic unit comprised of four students. Collected and developed evidence of learning through formative and summative assessments. - Worked with IEP students and helped tutor those students individually when capable. - Planned, created, and taught a two week unit on the Theory of Plate Tectonics and the Theory of Continental Drift, with excellent results. - Implemented challenging lessons based on the Georgia Performance Standards that provided opportunity for student creativity and student-centered learning. - Participated in faculty meetings and staff development training, as well as collaborative planning with content area teachers and other team teachers.

Marietta, Ga

- Managed a team of life guards at several community pools-Watched over patrons in the pool area to ensure safe use of the facilities per health department regulations. - Kept up with basic pool and facility maintenance in accordance with health department and company regulations. - Assigned specific duties to lifeguards and followed up on their assigned duties once complete. - Kept up with routine pump maintenance. - Made necessary various repairs as needed for efficient operation of the facilities, such as pump seal replacements and filter sand changes. - Logged inventory used after delivering supplies or chemicals.

Kennesaw, Ga

- Provided customer service by assisting all customers with their needs and concerns, and passed along major concerns to upper management- Found answers to customer questions if not readily available and followed up with the customers- Handled all cash register related transactions, including sales, returns, and drawer counts- Kept register area clean and presentable, and helped with floor recovery when needed

Kennesaw, Ga

- Handled all register related transactions, including sales, returns and drawer counts, while maintaining customer service standards set by the company- Restocked merchandise and kept up with floor recovery during shifts- Made attempts to up-sell products to all customers- Addressed customer concerns by listening to their needs and accommodating them if possible, or referring them to a supervisor or manager

Acworth, Ga

- Handled all register related transactions, including sales, returns, and closing-time drawer counts - Replenished stock and assisted other departments in recovery when needed - Participated in all company training programs - Addressed customer concerns and requests by listening and helping them if possible, or directing a manager or supervisor to them if needed or requested.

Acworth, Ga

Seasonal Position - Left job for college.- Handled all register related transactions while maintaining company customer service standards- Kept the fuel station clean and stocked, and helped customers in need of assistance at the fuel pumps- Took care of any chemical spills according to set company and health department guidelines- Handled store recovery throughout each day

Bachelor Of Education (B.Ed.), Middle Grades Education - Science And Language Arts, 3.7 Cumulative Gpa

Activities and Societies: Dean's List and President's List

College/University Preparatory And Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program, A/B Honor Roll Graduate - 3.3 Cummulative Gpa

Activities and Societies: Varsity Football - Co-Regional Championship Team, Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps, Concert Band