John T. Garin

***** **** ****** ******, *******, Colorado 80102

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Analytical and solutions-orientated Senior Executive with experience in

developing people and guiding organizations to improve efficiency, increase

cost savings and drive growth. Proven expertise in redesigning legacy

systems and implementing process improvements. Contributes strong project

management, hands-on technical acumen, business analysis skills and

creative problem solving to define business objectives. Highly self-

motivated, enthusiastic and profit oriented.

AREAS OF QUALIFICATION

. Profit and Loss Management

. Strategic Leadership

. Planning and Forecasting

. Efficiency Improvement

. Safety and Risk Management

. Business Analysis / Budget Development

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

President

Trillion Ranch, Bennett, Colorado

June 2012 to present

Provides leadership for this 1200 acre farm/ranch operation which supplies

locally raised, natural foods to cliental via farm-direct purchase

programs. Administers direction for daily operations and marketing to

ensure profitability and continued growth development.

. Improved soil conservation, crop and grazing best

management practices to achieve a 50% increase in

production capability.

. Established food safety protocols and compliance with USDA

programmatic requirements. Implemented good stewardship

and sustainable management practices.

. Streamlined maintenance activities and purchases including:

livestock, machinery and supplies, to increase

profitability by 95%.

Director of Purchasing and Transportation

American Produce, Denver, Colorado

March 2011 to June 2012

Fostered new partnerships and enhanced existing relations with key

suppliers to secure dependable service and diminish costs for this $20+

million company. Analyzed purchasing activity and market trends to

establish Return on Investment performance metrics.

. Established cost control measures by revision of product inspection

procedures, created guidelines for resolution of damaged/defective

goods claims and implemented a vendor performance tracking system.

. Increased Blue Book ability/integrity rating from 1x to 3x

and the pay rating from "D" to "C" by augmenting

communications between vendors and company ownership.

. Collaborated with various government agencies and company

ownership to ensure compliance with established legal and

ethical regulations.

General Manager

DiMare Fresh, Sacramento, California

March 2006 to March 2011

Delivered strategic leadership and direction which resulted in the

generation of $25+ million revenues per year for the duration of my tenure.

DiMare is one of the world's largest vertically integrated tomato

companies with cliental including: Subway, Jack in the Box, Walmart and

Sam's Club. Was accountable to extract maximum profitability and providing

superior product quality while ensuring compliance with food safety

regulations and security protocols.

. Achieved a 125% per annum increase in profit margin by

expanding sales, decreasing operating overhead, refining

budgetary expenditures and implementing processes which

resulted in a 45% reduction in the Distribution Center's

carbon footprint.

. Increased weekly production line efficiency by 64% through

realignment of plant layout, equipment modifications,

development of labor metrics and staffing adjustments.

. Orchestrated short and long term strategies for the Center

including fostering of long term client relationships and

price negotiation with vendors to maximize cost control.

Perishable Liaison

SuperValu, Inc., Aurora, Colorado

August 2002 to March 2006

Established this newly created position as a company-wide center of

expertise for perishable matters. As a corporate level liaison, integrated

Customer Service philosophies within six regional centers throughout the

United States.

. Facilitated a shrink improvement project to extensively revise

procedures in purchasing, warehousing, transportation and customer

relations. The outcome of this effort resulted in a 96% profit

increase during my tenure.

. Initiated and enhanced dialogue with a diverse group of external

customers including more than 4,400 retail stores.

. Reduced credit claims by an average of 35% per annum by utilizing

investigative expertise and negotiation proficiency.

EDUCATION

Emery Aviation College, Greeley, CO

Bachelor of Aviation Technology

. Commercial Pilot - Single and Multi-Engine

. Certified Flight Instructor, Instrument and Multi-Engine

(CFI/CFII/MEI)

Colorado Aero Tech, Broomfield, CO

Airframe & Power Plant Mechanic Certificate

MEMBERSHIPS

Arapahoe County Noxious Weed Board - February 2013 to Present

Roggen Farmers' Elevator Association - June 2012 to Present

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