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Mentor the executive team to cultivate a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Oversee compliance with environmental regulations and industry standards, spearheading initiatives for sustainable practices. Implement cutting-edge solutions and technologies to enhance operational efficiency and waste management. Forge and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including clients and community organizations.Key Achievements:• Positioned the company as a leading provider of doorstep trash and recycling services for apartment communities, operating in 23 states.• Played a pivotal role in building the enterprise from startup, delivering comprehensive green waste solutions that support clients' sustainability goals.• Developed and executed turnkey solutions that enhanced clients' ability to attract new residents, improve retention rates, and increase revenue.• Earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing privately held companies.• Successfully facilitated the sale of the company to a private equity firm.

Directed all facets of daily operations, business development, budgeting (both operating and capital), and profit/loss management. Formulated strategic plans with financial and marketing projections aimed at long-term company growth. Guided the company to multimillion-dollar success by delivering superior security and recycling services while prioritizing exceptional customer service. Expanded the workforce and equipment to support growth, developed promotional materials, and created engaging website content to highlight service features and benefits. Implemented a comprehensive safety program across all operations. Secured 2,000 clients across various sectors, including healthcare, legal, financial, governmental, and educational institutions. Reduced annual operating costs through detailed P&L analysis, expense report examination, and cost-cutting initiatives. Fostered a performance-driven corporate culture, enhancing productivity and efficiency through a positive work environment and performance-based compensation.Key Achievements:Boosted sales by focusing both inside and outside sales teams on market development, establishing a call center, and launching an aggressive telemarketing campaign to support sales representatives and acquire new customers.Successfully managed the sale of the company to Fortune 500 firm Cintas Corporation, coordinating with buyers, legal and accounting professionals, and negotiating profitable deals over a year-long process.Honored by Indiana University School of Business and The Johnson Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation as one of Indiana's fastest-growing companies (2001-2005).Improved performance through the development of metrics tied to management compensation in sales and operations, driving efficiency and productivity.Achieved 100% annual growth rate from 1997 to 2003 with a 35% annualized growth rate from 2004 until the company's sale in 2008.

Operated throughout Indiana establishing, maintaining and managing wholesale distribution of wireless products, devices and accessories to agent dealer retail stores and distribution outlets. Cultivated long-term relationships with account decision-makers; provided high level of customer care and service during as well as after sales process.