Paul J. Rance
Indian Harbour Beach, Fl 32937
***********@*****.***
http://paulrance.webs.com/index.htm
Profile
Until recently, my primary job has been owner of a small construction
business. The business world has provided me with a varied skill set. Many
of these skills (communication, sales, personnel management, scheduling,
etc are easily transferable to any area in any organization. My most
valuable attributes are my personality and intelligence. Problem solving
and sales (or dealing with people) have always been my strong points.
Creativity and thinking critically are also important skills in my
repertoire.
I am currently attending Kaplan University to complete my bachelor's
degree in Information Technology with an emphasis in programming. As my
schooling progresses, my skill set will grow, increasing my value as an
employee. If I had to pick my favorite IDE, it would probably be Visual
Studio, which uses the .NET Framework.
Computer Skills
Creating programs in MS Visual Basic .NET, Java, and C#; Microsoft Office
Suite, Quick Books, Microsoft Works, Basic XHTML and Web content authoring,
Database Management (including Pivot Tables, charts, and switchboards),
troubleshooting and repair, setting up and maintaining home and business
networks
Education
Kaplan University Online: Junior Estimated Graduation 2011
Major: Information Technology with an emphasis on Programming
Degree: Bachelor's degree focuses on:
Creating and maintaining applications in various programming languages.
Creating and maintaining databases.
Troubleshooting and repairing hardware and software issues.
Website development.
Network administration and security.
Project management.
Courses completed: Software Applications (MS Office Suite), Basic Web
Design, Composition 1&2, Hardware and Operating Systems(troubleshooting
and system configuration), Database Management, MS Visual Basic 1&2,
College Algebra, Macroeconomics, Intro to IT, Fundamentals in IT,
Networking 1, Java 1 & 2, C# 1
Experience
Color Designs and Coatings, inc (Satellite Beach, 2003 - Present
Florida)
Owner
Perform sales and marketing, including but not limited to, Internet
sales, neighborhood sales, and creating comprehensive marketing plan.
Assure customers are taken care of to their satisfaction.
Perform bookkeeping operations with Quick Books.
Troubleshoot any/all problems in business.
Perform data entry in Microsoft Office Suite 2007.
My company has changed the way people look at their concrete. Potential
customers now view their plain concrete as a blank slate that can be
transformed into art.
Scheduling and operations.
Concrete Designs of Florida, inc (Melbourne, Florida) 1998-2003
Operations Manager
Performed all scheduling and customer contact.
Neighborhood sales and marketing.
Supervision of employees.
Assured customer satisfaction.
Performed data entry in Microsoft Office.
Kept track of profit and loss, and performed weekly reports.
Supervised purchasing and accounts receivable.
Genesis Lawn and Landscape (Toledo, Ohio) 1995-1998
Supervisor
Kroger (Toledo, Ohio) 1989-1995
Clerk