As a results-driven professional with a strong background in operations management, executive recruiting, and business development, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to drive organizational success. With a track record of consistently surpassing revenue targets and leading high-performing teams. With a focus on delivering exceptional results and driving organizational growth, I am poised to make a substantial impact in a leadership role. I am currently serving as the VP of Operations at The Q Works Group. •I oversee both the direct hire and contract staffing recruiting team, as well as the operations support team, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations.•Partnered with people throughout my client’s organizations to offer consultative support of their organizational development and provide value beyond that of our industry competitors•Helped to grow the business to the highest revenue in the companies existence and continue 5 year positive growth track record•Managed on-boarding and training of new employees including I-9, benefit enrollment, background checks, reference checks, interviewing, commission calculation and other areas of compliance and employee management•General bookkeeping, financial strategy and forecasting responsibilities•7+ years of full cycle recruiting and training experience Achievements:In 2024, I achieved another exceptional milestone by surpassing $2M in placement revenue, demonstrating a consistent ability to deliver outstanding results for my clients and organization.Professional Development: In 2023, I successfully completed Leadership Development training for the Next Generation of Staffing and Recruiting Owners and Managers. This course allowed me to put my technical expertise together with my managerial experience to grow my skills as an industry leader.

Highly accomplished Operations Manager and Senior Recruiter with a successful track record in the executive search industry. Specializing in recruiting for engineering and technical roles within the manufacturing sector, I possess a unique ability to understand and consult with clients to identify their specific needs beyond the immediate role requirements. My tenacity and commitment to exceeding customer expectations have resulted in consistently positive outcomes and long-term client relationships. As an Operations Manager and Senior Recruiter, I led a team of 6 recruiting professionals, providing guidance, training, and onboarding support to ensure cohesive and high-performing operations. My proficiency in utilizing recruitment platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Ziprecruiter, PCR, and Microsoft Excel contributed to the successful identification and placement of top-tier talent for critical engineering and technical positions.Achievements:In 2018, I achieved an exceptional milestone by securing $1M in placements, demonstrating a consistent ability to deliver outstanding results for my clients and organization.Professional Development:In 2020, I completed a technical recruiting course, further enhancing my expertise in talent acquisition and allowing me to stay abreast of industry best practices.

•Generated new business through social media, cold calling and networking efforts to build business from nothing to over $1M in revenue in 4 years•Responsible for selection, migration, implementation and training for a new CRM/ATS system•Responsible for 360 /full cycle technical recruiting in a variety of businesses with over 70 placements•Experience using ATS/CRM systems as well LinkedIn Recruiter, Monster, Indeed, ZipRecruiter, ZoomInfo, CareerBuilder and Boolean search techniques to source difficult to find talent•Helped to develop role profiles, strategic expectations and benchmark positions for clients•Coached candidates and clients on best practices throughout the hiring process•Consulted with hiring managers and HR to develop recruiting strategies, identify the types of personalities that would work best in the team and what key skills would help the team get to the next levelRecent Placements Include:-General Manager (Additive Manufacturing)-Product Manager (Industrial Products)-Project Manager (Engineering Services)-North American Service Manager (Industrial Automation)-Quality Manager (Manufacturing)-Factory Manager (Manufacturing)-Director of Supply Chain (Commercial Products)-Materials Planner (Manufacturing)-Business Development Manager (Industrial Products)

As the Operations Manager and VP of Blenko Glass, a decorative and architectural glass manufacturer, I directly managed all large house accounts, handled trade show B2B sales and marketing efforts, appeared on PBS to promote the craft of the artisans at Blenko and had P&L responsibility for the organization. I was responsible for sales growth throughout my tenure including during the economic downturn and while Blenko reorganized under Chapter 11 bankruptcy. I was able to achieve this while also reducing overall operational costs by 15%. The reduction in costs came through lean manufacturing principles as well as VSM. Key Responsibilities: Operations management with a move towards lean manufacturing through six sigma initiatives, retail website development, outside sales force training and organization, wholesale trade show sales, NPD, trade show management, sales growth and management, production control development, process improvement, product cost analysis and short and long term business forecasting.Key Achievements:-Year over year sales growth including during the economic downturn-Reduction of overall operating costs by 15% through production scheduling and lean manufacturing techniques-Successful navigation through and emergence from Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Sales growth and management, production control development, business cost analysis and control placement and operations management.

Sales force development, print media and advertising campaigns and sales cost reduction analysis and implementation.

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During my summers I traveled as an Independent trade show sales representative in direct to consumer sales. Trained customers to use equipment while pitching the product in a classroom setting. Provided assistance during hands-on instruction in trouble shooting and experience modification.