PAUL R. HARTMAN
Wallingford, CT 06492
Cell 386-***-****/203-***-****
Email: ***********@*********.***
SUMMARY: Dynamic leader with solid experience in partnership development,
strategic planning, marketing strategies, sales, business management,
Internet, and technology. Ability to contribute executive vision and
creative strategies in a challenging work environment.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Janus Systems, Branford, CT, 02/13- 06/13
IT Technician
. IT Technician dealing mostly with Businesses networks of PC and Mac
environments.
. One of three Techs handling on-site maintenance and troubleshooting
issues that arise from daily business activities. New Server and
computer, printer setups as well.
. Personally was assigned ten contract accounts for weekly or bi-weekly
visits after three weeks of employment. Non contract client issues
were also assigned on a daily basis to be handled on site or remotely.
. Worked with Microsoft Exchange Server as well as Microsoft Office 365
migrations.
STAPLES, North Haven, CT 06/12-02/13
PC Technician and Technology Sales.
. Staples certified as authorized In-Store repair of Desktop and Laptop
computers. Hardware and software installations. Removal of Virus' and
Malware. Backing up and Reformatting Windows based machines.
. Staples certified as authorized On-Site technician. On-Site includes
setting up networks, diagnose and repair of computers, as well as
setting up printers and other peripherals in both business and
residential settings.
. Sales of computers, printers, and any technical equipment as well as
training of the Windows environment. Increased sales for the North
Haven location to most of the New Haven County Stores for the last
quarter.
P.C.CONSULTING of PALM COAST, Palm Coast, Fl 09/02-05/12
Owner-President/Small Business
* Sales, design, and build for the installation of commercial and
residential Video Surveillance Systems.
* Web Site Developing
* Repair, build, and network computers for business and residential
customers. Remove Spy ware/Virus' also train clients in-home/office
for Microsoft Office Products, QuickBooks, and other popular software
programs.
YELLOWBOOK, USA, Palm Coast/Bunnell, Fl Office 11/07-6/08
Sales Representative/Media Consultant
* Outside Sales.
* Cold calling on businesses and the development of business
relationships.
* Top 52 Sales Rep. in Dollar Sales in State of Florida in first year.
P.C.BARTENDING of PALM COAST, Palm Coast, Fl 09/02-02/12
Owner-President/Small Business
* Train Bartenders and Servers in regional restaurants to enhance
restaurant sales utilizing best customer service practices.
* Plan and execute restaurant openings to ensure successful launch.
* Work with party hosts or area caterers in planning and executing
private functions from dinner for two to large weddings.
PALM COAST WIRELESS, Palm Coast, Fl 03/01-09/02 Full Time & 09/02-02/12 as
Consultant
General Manager/Tech/Sales/ Consultant
. Successfully started PCI Wireless Internet Access Division.
* Organized and established a highly-productive sales unit that
generated a stable client base from ground zero. Revenue for equipment
was based on longevity of clients; resulted in a two-year break-even
point on equipment.
* Set up hard-wired and wireless networks for residential and commercial
customers.
* Provided customer service and technical support for over 3,000 dial-up
customers after hours.
* Performed all bookkeeping functions; AR/AP, and collections.
* Directed a marketing program for sales growth, and designed sales ads
to promote new ideas and growth.
PM MARKETING, Palm Coast, Fl 03/01-10/05 (Part Time)
Customer Service Sales Representative
* Created a sales/customer support service for a lead generation
company.
* Supported and tutored customers on usage via the telephone.
* Data Entry in Excel as well as web based data entry.
* Sold and filled orders for various requests; i.e., primitive zip
drives to on-line data bases.
* Generated and sold leads for multi-level marketing
companies, and supported web-based programs for customers.
EARTHMAX COMMUNICATIONS, Palm Coast, Fl 03/00-03/01
Business Owner
. Started EarthMax Support Centers, LLC within EarthMax Communications
Company provided Internet Access, customer support, computer training
on a nationwide basis.
* Managed the retail store
* Established and conducted marketing successful marketing plans
Awards: Voted "Best Around" for Best Internet Service and Best Computer
Training Service by Daytona News-Journal after only six months in business,
competing against Internet Providers such as America On-Line, CompuServe,
MSN, and two other established former winners of these awards. Company was
sold after one year.
PALM COAST INTERNET, Palm Coast, Fl 10/96-03/00 Full Time & 03/01-02/12 as
Consultant
General Manager/Consultant
. Successfully implemented and directed business of a local Internet
Company from the ground up in a partnership with the owner of Easy
Access Computers.
* Main customer technician since 10/96 performed installations and
handled 95%
Of the after-hours technical support the business hour technical
support unit.
* Promoted to Manager in 1997; directed computer sales and upgrades as
well as previous duties.
* Directed the Marketing Department in 1999 and saw a 75% growth on new
computer sales by using Customer Service is top priority.
Awards: Voted "Best Around" for Internet Service by Daytona News Journal
1996-2000 with three new local ISPs arriving in county as competition as
well as Major ISPs such as AOL, CompuServe, and MSN.
HAMMOCK BEACH RESORT, PALM COAST, Palm Coast, Fl 05/10-12/11
Bartender-On Call/Part Time Status/Banquets
. On Call Bartender for Banquet, Weddings, Conventions etc...From High
Volume to a few people. Complete Setup, Serving, Payments, Breakdowns,
and Inventory.
. Up to date Responsible Beverage Server as well as Certified Food
Safety Manager.
HAMMOCK DUNES COUNTRY CLUB, Palm Coast, FL 01/96 - 06-04 and 09-11 - 12/11
Bartender and Waiter-On Call/Part Time Status.
MCCHARACTERS MUSIC CAF & SPORTS BAR, New Smyrna Beach, Fl 05/10-08/10
Start Up Manager
. Started brand new location. In charge of daily operations including
hiring and training of staff.
. Maintain normal functions of restaurant operations.
MCCHARACTERS MUSIC CAF & SPORTS BAR, Palm Coast, Fl 07/09-05-10
Bartender/Part Time
HOST MARRIOTT, Jacksonville Airport, FL 09/89 - 02/96
Bartender, waiter, espresso coffee maker for Starbucks division
TOWN FAIR TIRE CENTERS, INC., Stratford, CT 07/83 to 05/89
Manager (Orange, CT)
* Managed retail, wholesale, and commercial sales to establish new
accounts.
* Hired, trained, and supervised a sales and support staff.
* Additional obligations included purchasing, merchandising, customer
satisfaction, and budget control.
* Successfully implemented a special assignment to organize and develop
the grand opening of the Orange, CT location. Sales exceeded $1.2
million dollars in the first year of business and increased in excess
of $250,000 in just two years. Ranked #2 out of 32 stores for
commercial sales increase for 1988.
NANCAR CORPORATION, Wethersfield, CT 1/80 to 8/83
Area Supervisor
* Supervised four (4) local restaurants.
* Handled the hiring and development of approximately sixty-five (65)
people.
* Other responsibilities included Advertising, Merchandising,
Purchasing, and maintaining the overall productivity for all
locations.
EDUCATION:
* Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, CT
Business Administration Major
Completed three years of undergraduate study
Independently financed 100% of educational expenses
* International Bartending Institute Certification
* Career Diploma in Personal Computer Repair from International
Correspondence Schools of Scranton, PA
* QuickBooks Certification