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Windermere, Fl, Us

Windermere, Fl, Us

Windermere, Florida, Us

Founded and serve as the owner/president of JFH Technologies, a long-term vendor for the Walt Disney World company. Oversee day-to-day operations including business development, marketing, client success, and accounting. Create and manage brand identity in new market launches. ➤ Establish processes with a focus on optimizing customer service and performance metrics for the recreational industry. ➤ Deliver expertise and advise customers on strategies to improve operations. ➤ Improve operating margins by implementing waste reduction plan, decreasing business bottlenecks, and prioritizing profitable strategic business initiatives. ➤ Recognized with multiple awards for exceeding expectations. ➤ Sold contract manufacturing business after growing sales from $1M to $4M annually

Windermere, Florida, Us

Led operations through acquisition providing business development, implementing operational procedures, and workflow planning. ➤ Developed and implemented robust policies and organizational structures to underpin successful expansion. ➤ Led continuous improvement efforts to enhance quality systems, increase process efficiency, and strengthen scalable technology across enterprises. ➤ Forecasted industry trends and developed mid-to long-term financial strategies and operational plans to drive profits and growth opportunities➤ Started with a team of 3 employees and $50K in annual sales to over 20 employees and $2M in sales➤ Implemented and managed complete aquatic risk prevention solutions and lifeguard training for 50 cruise ships around the world in 18 months.The leadership of StarGuard ELITE has traveled the world for decades helping aquatic facilities operate at an elite level with regard to safety, training, and risk prevention. We are dedicated to providing experiences that exceed our client and guest expectations.

Co-Founded full-service management and advisory services to theme parks, water parks, resorts, and cruise ships from inception to day-to-day operations. Developed project management systems and strategies, operational procedures, and workflow planning to expand and grow attractions for domestic and international clients. ➤ Acclaimed for recruiting, training, and retaining team of 20 direct reports. ➤ Cultivated and maintained industry relationships and customer partnerships to capitalize on opportunities and maximize business success.➤ Established organizational vision, mission, and foundational structure.

➤ Acquired and grew from 15 employees and $1M in revenue to 70 employees and over $6M in revenue in 4 years before selling the business➤ Purchased companies from owners and renamed JFH Technologies

Lake Buena Vista, Florida, Us

➤ Hired as a part-time lifeguard at Disney's Contemporary Resort➤ Started management training program working at Blizzard Beach, Wilderness Lodge, and Winter Summerland Mini-Golf.➤ Promoted through the company to the Recreation Line of Business Team with responsibilities including coin-operated equipment, contracts, and budgets for Walt Disney World, Disney Vacation Club, and Disney Cruise Line.