Joseph Burns Email & Phone Number

Columbia, Missouri Area

Through the implementation of processes and strategic plans, I helped this company double in revenue and profit. Then I spearheaded the due diligence process as the company became part of the largest roofing company in the country, Allstar Home Services. Through the years I've had a large contribution to the success of the company through building better.

Owasso, Oklahoma

As Vice President of Operations at Pure Creativity LLC, I launched and managed all operational aspects of the start-up, securing distribution with major retailers like Costco and Sam’s Club. I negotiated contracts, established vendor relationships, and provided ongoing consulting to ensure sustained growth and operational efficiency.

Owasso, OK

• At Continental Mills, I led the integration of WildRoots Foods, resulting in double-digit growth in the first year post-acquisition. I established communication protocols and conducted strategic planning meetings.
• Orchestrated the successful transition of a $40 million company which was producing 29 products and managing a working inventory of $6 million spread across 6 production facilities and 2 warehouses.
• Trained and provided ongoing support to employee groups in contracting, logistics, demand planning, production, marketing, consumer affairs, R&D, technology services, human resources, and accounting.
• Established communication protocol, procedures, and documentation for information transfer.
• Met monthly in Seattle to build relationships, conduct presentations, and participate in planning.

Owasso, OK

• In my role at WildRoots® Foods, I managed rapid growth and oversaw daily operations, including employee development and vendor relationships. I guided the company through its sale process to Continental Mills, ensuring.
• Developed and oversaw the day-to-day operations used to run the company including our procedures, documentation, employee development, and vendor relationships.
• Drove the continuous improvement of operational processes to maintain our growth rate of 200-300% a year, while efficiently utilizing financial and human capital resources.
• Hired, trained, motivated and managed employees in all areas of the company.
• Consulted in development and commercialization of 30 unique products by overseeing price modeling, production scheduling, and the vendor bid process for ingredients and production.
• Managed the majority of the company’s sale process to Continental Mills over the course of 12 months.

Columbia, MO

• As Director of Advertising and Promotions at MBS Textbook Exchange, I led a diverse team to develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies. I administered a substantial advertising budget and streamlined direct.
• Responsible for brand positioning, communication strategy, and creative execution for all divisions, including business and consumer audiences, as well as local employee recruitment advertising.
• Spear-headed the development of MBS Direct’s first Strategic Plan including months of internal and external research and acting as planning facilitator for a 3-day meeting consisting of over 30 employees.
• Built system that streamlined the production and fulfillment of over 1 million pieces of direct mail marketing materials saving an estimated $100,000 a year and providing better accountability.

St. Louis, MO

• As a co-founder and partner at Avant Marketing Group, I managed day-to-day operations, conducted extensive market research, and provided strategic planning and branding solutions to clients. My efforts contributed to.
• Planned and conducted qualitative and quantitative market research activities including question methodology, phone interviews, one-on-one interviews, focus groups, reporting, and recommendations.
• Led strategic planning meetings for clients.
• Recommended solutions to clients concerning product and corporate branding, advertising strategy, key messaging, crisis management, and go-to-market strategies.
• Managed day-to-day business operations including client proposals, accounting, payroll, and technology.

Economics, Marketing Focus

Activities and Societies: Member of Pi Kappa Phi, Various committees and activities

Mba, Business Administration And Management, General