Michael Brust Email & Phone Number

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

-Provide Technical support for all generations of Dornier Weaving Machines,specializing in Air Jet weft insertion.-Perform new machine installations, troubleshooting/diagnostic of mechanical andelectrical components, machine conversions, machine audits/optimization, stylechanges, as well as machine maintenance.-Act as project lead during installation projects and oversee all stages of theinstallation process from site preparation to production.-Work closely with plant engineering to drive machine efficiency while consideringand utilizing manufacturing capabilities.-Perform yarn and fabric trials for existing and potential customers. During trialsfocus heavily on machine optimization to achieve maximum efficiency. Work withengineering, quality control, and production to resolve non-conformances.-Act as liaison between American Dornier and Lindauer Dornier’s Technical Teamsto facilitate effective communication between both organizations. Created andtranslated technical documents for internal and external use.-Acted as an Instructor for the Dornier Training Center and led Technical Trainingcourses for customer’s staff. Classes are two weeks in duration and cover allmachine components.-After each assignment, provide detailed service reports summarizing all performedwork.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

-Responsible for all Outfitters store operations.-Oversaw transition into and launch of new 5,000 sq ft retail space.-Using historical data and current trends, developed inventory and sales plans tomeet increased demand following expansion of retail space as well as product lines.Within the first six months of operations, increased sales by over 60% compared toprevious year.-Work closely with IT department and third party vendors to fully utilize inventorymanagement systems.-Manage all aspects related to USNWC branded merchandise, which historicallymade up roughly 30% off all retail sales.-Source all staff uniform including technical equipment such as raft guide and landguide equipment.-Alongside General Manager, responsible for all ordering and buying.-Hire, train, and develop all retail staff.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

-Responsible for all event marketing initiatives, including all stages of planning andexecution for over 200 yearly off-site events.-Manage budget as well as oversee three off-site representatives in the upstate SC aswell as Triad areas to maintain brand standards and proper resource allocation.-Create and manage ROI models and forecasting for all event-marketing basedinitiatives.-Produce event specific marketing materials while managing vendor and contractnegotiation related to the materials.-Participation in the creation of all print, digital, and web based marketing/brandingmaterials.-Heavy involvement in the planning and execution of USNWC on-site events,including Race Series, Festivals, and weekly RiverJams, attracting roughly 200,000participants annually.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

-Alongside the Sales/Marketing Director, managed USNWC sales force of fourindividuals responsible for $3.5MM in annual revenue.-Develop and implement marketing strategies targeted at various consumer groups.-Attend trade shows and various corporate events to promote USNWCproducts/services.-Work closely with internal departments to identify potential revenue channels.-Serve as liaison between USNWC and various regional chambers of business.-Develop customized products/services for various consumer groups ranging fromeducational institutions to corporate outings.-Create weekly sales reports for executives and sales meeting.-Work with HR and Department Managers to plan and implement yearly recruiting initiatives.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

-Performed full cost reconciliations on tangible business personal property taxlistings with various state and local tax departments.-Handled Mecklenburg County Privilege License, Prepared Food and Beverage,Room Occupancy, and Heavy Equipment tax audits.-Analyzed financial statements, general ledgers, state and federal tax returns,inventory reports, and depreciation schedules.-Drafted detailed correspondence letters to county, assessor, and taxpayerregarding audit results.-Worked closely with the county to resolve audit appeals.-Provided tax consultation to local and state governments to increase compliance.