Mar 2021 – Dec 2023 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Deerfield Beach, Florida, United States

• Igotemat.com is a worldwide liquidator of consumer products, brought to market through familiar distribution channels like Amazon and eBay. Sourced liquidation products from major retail chains, created strategic partnerships throughout the supply chain, and established and negotiated shipping discounts with the three major carriers. Became one of eBay’s Top-Rated Sellers in 2021 with 99.4% customer satisfaction. Successfully exited business in 2023.

Oct 2019 – Sep 2021 · 1 yr 11 mos · Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

• Co-designed and developed RockstarFinder.com, a subscription based online Boolean search tool used by recruiting and HR professionals. Created a comprehensive and strategic sales and marketing plan using organic methodologies. Managed the sales and marketing budget for all staffing and resources. Managed all aspects of the business including marketing and sales.

Nov 2017 – Oct 2019 · 1 yr 11 mos · Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

• PaulEdward, a Florida-based corporate recruiting company, provides value to anyone open to a dynamic career opportunity. Through experience, research, industry knowledge, and specifically technology… our careful and consultative approach all work to ensure the best possible fit between our candidates and the companies we serve.

Apr 2015 – Oct 2017 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Fort Lauderdale, Florida

• Responsible for overseeing day to day operations for construction equipment business, an authorized JLG retailer, offering rental, sales and service of JLG Aerial Work Lifts. While the focus was on lift rentals, my primary responsibilities included Corporate Sales, while overseeing the customer service and equipment maintenance functions. Responsible for growing sales by 180% during my tenure.
• Centrally located in Fort Lauderdale, we provide same day service to Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Martin and Monroe counties. We deliver what you want, where you want, and when you want it.

May 2013 – Mar 2015 · 1 yr 10 mos · Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States · On-site

• Responsible for sales and operations at this full-service in-house print and marketing service business. This combination of full service coupled with our technology applications helps ensure the delivery of order information throughout the process while reducing print costs. Primary responsibilities included: developing sales strategies, sales reporting and forecasting, market analysis, recruitment and training, client acquisition, account management, revenue growth strategies and sales reporting. Responsible for increasing sales by 28% annually.

Mar 2010 – Apr 2013 · 3 yrs 1 mo · Deerfield Beach, Florida

• Implemented policies and oversaw their execution. Coordinated long-range and annual business plans. Established personnel policy. Developed and monitored operating and capital budgets; took corrective actions as needed. Advised the CEO on non-budgeted construction and services. Ensured compliance with laws and high standards for club services. Managed financials, cash flow, and safeguarded funds. Reviewed income and costs, implementing necessary adjustments. Maintained quality of products and services. Managed inter-departmental matters and employee relations. Negotiated contracts and directed procurement processes. Conducted competitive analyses. Created club newsletter and maintained website. Served as General Manager and Food Safety Manager for dining facility. Directed a staff of 40.

Nov 2007 – Mar 2010 · 2 yrs 4 mos · Lake Worth, Florida

• Launched and ran sales for this home renovation and painting business. Developed a comprehensive and strategic sales and marketing plan. Managed the sales and marketing budget for all staffing, resources, and capital purchases. Evaluated and implemented new media technologies such as ecommerce, blogs, RSS, webcasts, and video. Enhanced customer relationship management processes and technologies. Executed integrated online/offline search engine marketing, advertising, public relations, tradeshow and other campaigns to generate demand and sales leads. Directed a staff of 9.

Mar 1991 – Dec 2005 · 14 yrs 9 mos · West Palm Beach, Florida

• Founded Direct Office Interiors on a modest investment and grew it organically into a successful office furniture dealership. Direct Office Interiors was South Florida’s largest liquidator and possessed a portfolio of some of the most prominent clients in Florida including the State of Florida, Bechtel Construction, Merrill Lynch, Subaru of America, and Sunrise Savings and Loan. Responsible for all aspects of the business including: business strategy, business development, delivery, recruiting, professional development and financial management. Directed a staff of 17.

Jan 1989 – Jan 1991 · 2 yrs · West Palm Beach, FL and Stuart, Florida

• Managed sales staff to build a pager and cellular phone business into one of the area’s largest network subscriber agencies for Cellular One – McCaw Communications (which later became AT&T) with two retail locations: West Palm Beach, FL and Stuart, FL. In 1991, Southeast Communications was acquired by Fox Communications and 1000+ customers were seamlessly migrated to the new network provider. Directed a staff of 12.