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OPERATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE - EXPERIENCE WITH START-UP, TURNAROUND AND DAY-TO-DAY OPERATION OF FAST GROWTH COMPANIES“Specializing in optimization of financial and operational performance through implementation of solid systems”Solution-focused and profit-driven leader with the vision, experience and business acumen to analyze the current business models, lead the development of a strategic plan, and implement the plan with the assistance of both the Field Support Services group and field management. Skilled negotiator who consistently builds positive, mutually respectful relationships with internal and external resources to facilitate execution of agreed upon objectives.Hands on experience in multifaceted leadership positions to earn progressive responsibility for operations, business development, information technology, , marketing/advertising, loss prevention/internal audit, purchasing, and budgeting. Skilled at managing cross-functional teams and implementing workflow processes that improve productivity.Reputation as a “troubleshooter” supported by 18 years of successful management level experience with companies ranging from entrepreneurial ventures to national corporations. Valuable network of business contacts throughout the US.Specialties: SpecialtiesOperations, Business development, Information technology, Marketing/Advertising, Loss prevention/internal audit, Purchasing and Budgeting, Logistics and Marine Hospitality.