A talented leader and general manager with a history of achievement in guiding the business development and growth of agricultural and petroleum/convenience store cooperatives as large at $25 million in revenues, and directing the operations of a rural Minnesota travel plaza. Have exhibited broad-based general management abilities in operations, administration, business development, finance, and human resource management; developing and implementing highly effective, problem solving management systems; initiating cost-efficient business process improvements; developing strong resilient management teams; and maximizing human and material resources leading to increased revenues and profits without sacrificing quality.Others have described me as a talented leader and strategic thinker with strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills; having excellent negotiation abilities and a collaborative management style with a demonstrated ability to foster and manage change; and as possessing the highest business and ethical standards.MAJOR CAREER RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for P&L and all general management functions including operations and administration; financial management, budgeting, and financial planning; human resource management; strategic and tactical planning; development and implementation of operational and business plans; cost-containment and profit improvement programs; sales, marketing, and new business development; key account development and management; development and negotiation of vendor, subcontractor, and confidentiality agreements; multi-site facilities management; purchasing, materials management, and capital equipment acquisition; logistics/distribution; Liaison activities with accounting and audit firms; environmental and regulatory compliance; development of internal tools; and staff hiring, training, and motivation. Have managed staffs up to 25 and budgets as large as $25 million.