Greg Fratantoni
( GRAPEVINE, TX ( 817-***-**** ( **************@*****.***
Enterprising, Driven, educated and technically skilled professional known
for attention to detail, timeliness in managing accounts, and providing
strategic positioning strategies. Expert in conceptual and technical
development of advertising and sales collateral. Supported with solid
credentials (Master of Business Administration and Bachelor of Arts in
Advertising), proficiencies in advertising, project management, IT support
and general accounting.
Selected Skills
PROJECT RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Cost Reduction & Avoidance
Invoices/Expense Reports/Payment Advertising & Media Planning
Transactions Client Relations & Account Management
Vendor & Contract Negotiations Accounts Payable/Receivable
Budget & Financial Management
Professional Experience
TECHNOLOGY & BEYOND -- BUSINESS OPERATIONS DIRECTOR, 2007 -- PRESENT
Oversee daily operations and account management. Manage vendor and supplier
relations, provide processing of invoices, and expense reports. Address and
create cost-cutting measures, while successfully increasing staff
involvement. Develop advertising collateral for clients desiring brand
recognition.
Key Points:
. Work closely with Operations, Planning and IT team in order to maintain
continuous knowledge of accounts in order to identify potential issues
and/or opportunities
. Manage vendor services including: telecommunications, phones, software
development, wiring installation, POS systems, data backup and hosting
. Responsible for the execution of development of Strategic Marketing
Plans identifying short and long term opportunities for growth with key
accounts
. Research potential opportunities for account growth and new business,
effectively communicating services and agreements with clients and
prospects
. Direct advertising initiatives and create marketing material from
concept to completion
. Provide IT support and maintenance for hardware and software
. Maintain database of clientele and provide feedback on optimal use of
resources to increase productivity and enhance the bottom-line
AIM Medical, csw and wave two - Business/Advertising Consultant, 2008 --
Present
Assume responsibility for various outsourced needs including: creating
business logos, project planning, general accounting and vendor
communications for a variety of businesses.
Key Points:
. Offer consulting and coordination for businesses desiring website
design, logos and promotional pieces, meeting with clients to develop a
plan for building and establishing brand identity
. Serve as coordinator on behalf of client(s) to meet budget and timeline
goals with third-party contractors
. Responsible for accounts payable/receivable, reconciliation and creating
reports to help small business owners operate as proficiently as
possible
. Provide accounting and software planning, development and training as a
knowledgeable IT representative
Professional Experience (continued)
FAYETTE REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT GROUP -- PROJECT PLANNER, 2004 -- 2006
Participated in several key project planning capacities under Operations
Manager. Gained valuable insight in the areas of supply chain management,
projection and forecasting, as well as closing deadlines and contractual
procedures.
Key Points:
. Demonstrated the ability to quickly master communication and negotiation
skills with internal and external contacts
. Improved workflow by implementing more cohesive coordination involving
contractors and suppliers
. Researched marketplace and consulted real estate experts to determine
best investment values and resale potential
. Worked with a variety of professionals while successfully lowering costs
and increasing bottom-line
. Met with Financial Department personnel and performed cost analysis,
determining best/worst case P&L
Education
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, 2007
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts in Advertising Communication, 2004
The University of Texas at Arlington
President of Ad3, National Student Advertising Organization
Technology Summary
MS OFFICE (WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT, VISIO), ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR, PHOTOSHOP,
QUICKBOOKS, QUICKEN, WINDOWS (ALL)
POS Systems, CRM Software, SharePoint, Content Management
817-***-**** ( **************@*****.***