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Camp Murray, Wa

Oversee $2.5M+ in annual food sales. Provide leadership for a program with a budget of nearly $6M with up to 160 staff who provide food service for 9,000 people. Design and manage $5M+ in federal contracts to support a wide variety of missions within government guidelines. Spearheaded development and implementation of a sales program that created training for training Washington Army National Guard Recruiters on sales techniques and programs. As a result, culinary arts staff increased… Show more Oversee $2.5M+ in annual food sales. Provide leadership for a program with a budget of nearly $6M with up to 160 staff who provide food service for 9,000 people. Design and manage $5M+ in federal contracts to support a wide variety of missions within government guidelines. Spearheaded development and implementation of a sales program that created training for training Washington Army National Guard Recruiters on sales techniques and programs. As a result, culinary arts staff increased strength ranking from 46% to 96%+. Conceptualized and developed a new program for teaching sales skills to high school and college students who want to learn how to cook. Sponsored culinary competitions for students. Persuaded many different stakeholder groups to participate and fund the competitions. Show less

Kent, Washington

Various Locations

As a part of three OIF tours, managed all aspects of $32M federal food service contract. Coordinated daily operations and guided large, cross-functional / cross-cultural teams of 100+ contractors in providing 12,000+ meals a day for US military, DOD civilians and contractors. Forecasted and allocated $40M budget. Conducted contract evaluations and proposed contractor salaries. Leveraged expert culinary skills to prepare appetizing, nutritious meals.

Bancroft, Wi

Managed real estate / recreational land development firm with $500K in annual sales revenue. Supported buyers in locating and purchasing properties, weighing client parameters against available funds to ensure a proper fit. Valued property for sellers, with a goal of minimizing selling fees and conserving time. Championed planning and oversight of company sales and advertising and deftly managed advertising budget of approximately $2,000 a month.

Stevens Point, Wi

Managed recruiting plan, conducted interviews, and processes applicants for US Army regular enlistments. Managed Delayed Entry Program for office ensuring all applicants shipped. Handled any and all sales related issues before and after sale. Awarded “Regular Army Recruiter of the year” for Milwaukee in 1991. Also won “Rookie Regular Army Recruiter of the Year” for Milwaukee in 1990.