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Charleston, Sc, Us

Charleston, South Carolina Metropolitan Area

As an independent business analyst and consultant, I have the privilege of working with a diverse range of clients, from agriculture to government contracting organizations. I focus on delivering tailored solutions that drive process improvements, enhance performance, and support data-driven decision-making.Key Highlights:* Led workflow optimization and requirements gathering for a cattle procurement project at a large animal protein processor, resulting in a 20% productivity increase.Conducted in-depth market research and competitive analysis, delivering three times more effective results than the client's previous efforts.* Provided ongoing consulting and back-office support to disabled veteran-owned small businesses in government contracting, assisting with opportunity research, proposal development, document management, and compliance.* Demonstrated strong business acumen and commitment to exceeding client expectations through innovative solutions and collaborative approach.My work is dedicated to fostering strong relationships, maintaining open communication, and leveraging my expertise to tackle complex challenges and drive meaningful impact for my clients.

Hartland, Wisconsin, United States

As an operations leader at a top 25 Milwaukee-based software company, I had the privilege of driving efficiency, growth, and client satisfaction in the grower/supplier management, commodity procurement, and payment solutions space. I focused on delivering strategic direction and results through effective product management, project management, sales development, and cultivating key client relationships with large multinational food processors.Key Highlights:* Transformed operations for a 20-person software firm, optimizing staff utilization by 25% through implementing streamlined processes and adopting project management, backlog, and support tools such as Axosoft, Trello, and ToDoList.* Led cross-functional teams in designing and deploying platforms that managed workflows for major food producers and agricultural suppliers, successfully completing over 20 projects and consistently exceeding client expectations.* Managed full project lifecycles from discovery to requirement gathering and implementation, ensuring alignment with client objectives and delivering projects on time and within budget.* Developed trusted advisor relationships with executives at prominent companies such as Riceland, Cargill, JBS, and Gallo, contributing to increased client retention and the generation of new and ongoing support business opportunities.* I spearheaded the company's expansion into new agriculture verticals and directed its product development strategy, resulting in more efficient implementations and a stronger market position.I took pride in fostering a collaborative and client-centric culture that emphasized innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality solutions throughout my tenure. By leveraging my expertise in operations, project management, and relationship building, I drove meaningful results and contributed to the organization's overall success.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Developed over 16 years of experience leading operations for a major ambulance company. Demonstrated success in managing large-scale operations, driving industry advancements, and influencing regulatory policies.* Ran all aspects of day-to-day operations for an ambulance company with a 30-vehicle fleet and 225 employees, implementing a quality assurance system and a new dispatch system, pioneering CAD in the ambulance, and formalizing an advanced life support plan to ensure efficient and high-quality service delivery.* Served on the Wisconsin Emergency Medical Board, playing a key role in expanding paramedic operations to private services through.Led city, county, state, and federal lobbying efforts regarding regulation and reimbursement, resulting in stabilized reimbursement and consistent industry oversight.* Progressed through various roles within the organization, including: - EMT Crew Chief - Dispatcher - Director of Operations