As a Strategist and Entrepreneurial Leader, I have many years of global experience leading financial management, M&A, Post Acquistion integration, business strategy, growth, and operational efficiency. Adept at synergizing team efforts, managing 500+ employees, I affect quality deliverables on time, on target, and within budget. Savvy in business and market analysis, I offer value-added capabilities in directing competitive positioning, business development, and strategic initiatives. Leveraging market trends, I make targeted moves that yield exponential revenue growth.I drive financial performance and employee growth and retention, creating a strong employee morale structure that leads to improved customer service levels and generates revenue growth. From strategic project planning through seamless execution, I analyze and manage risks while liaising with all stakeholders to exceed client expectations. My accomplishments illustrate my ability to deliver success across the board:► At The Journey Group Acquisition Company, as Senior VP of Operations and Chief Operating Officer, I played a lead role in sourcing, closing and integrating 15 acquisitions , as well as introducing a product at a $75K cost, projected to bring in $2.6M in revenue. In addition, I drove operational strategy through improving customer service, supporting financial reporting, and surging sales revenue through a resourceful overhaul strategy.► As the VP of Business Development for a division of Regions Financial Corporation, I transformed the marketing strategy to elevate visibility and generated $210K in annual Non-Interest Revenue (NIR).► Through strategic leadership, I was instrumental in transforming the company culture at Stewart Enterprises, Inc., reducing turnover and improving morale.I am always happy to lend my expertise in strategic planning, operations management, business development and I look forward to connecting with you.✉ rcole4439@gmail.com☏