An effective operations executive has a deep understanding of the business’s processes, offerings, and functions to maximize productivity and efficiency. As a results-oriented and trusted executive, I combine my expertise in design management and operational excellence with a keen ability to optimize businesses, drive productivity, and lead large-scale project management to manage companies efficiently. I am a creative and knowledgeable leader who maximizes talent retention through motivational leadership, mentoring, and coaching. By utilizing my knowledge in facility management, vendor relations and negotiation, customer-facing interactions, and the design lifecycle, I exceed customer expectations and maintain a competitive market position. Please review a few of my top career highlights from my time with Sergio Orozco Designs below:● Developed a deep understanding of design and operations management throughout my career while managing the in-house team comprising designers, renderers, and administrators in delivering key projects, such as chandeliers, pendants, bath vanity lights, wall sconces, flush mounts, semi-flush, outdoor lighting, ceiling fans, and portables.● Applied my business, pricing, and people acumen combined with my design and engineering knowledge to transition the company into a solution-based organization to meet market demands and customer needs. Developed a strong understanding of the trends and market conditions to maintain competitiveness.● Drove change management and transformation from hand-drawn blueprints to digital renderings; served as an instrumental leader in hiring renderers and identifying designers, then integrating them with operations and customers. I am excited to expand my professional network, please reach out to msturd@hotmail.com to connect. AREAS OF EXPERTISE Design & EngineeringCreative Market SolutionsResearch & Development (R&D)Sample & Prototype DevelopmentRelationship-Building & ManagementProduct Development & ManagementTeam Management, Coaching, & MentoringContinuous Improvement & Change Leadership