Joseph R. Goldsberry
**** *********** **** ( Cincinnati, OH 45248
513-***-**** ( ***.**********@*****.***
Career Target
Position that will provide opportunities to help a company exceed its
revenue, growth, and customer service objectives.
Qualifications
College degrees in Management and Finance, enhanced by diversified
practical experience, and an incredible work ethic. Driven, ambitious, and
entrepreneurial; always looking for ways to improve processes, reduce
costs, and improve quality. Well organized; efficient in coordinating
multiple simultaneous projects and meeting deadlines. Reputation as a
hardworking, reliable team player. Personable and persuasive; a natural
leader with proven ability to teach and motivate others. Excellent
computer skills.
Education
The University of Findlay, Findlay, OH
Bachelor of Science in Management. Minor: Small Business
Entrepreneurship. 2005
Associate of Applied Science in Finance.
o Dean's List. GPA: 3.526. Earned UF Academic Scholarships, 2001-05.
Poetry Scholarship, 2001-02.
o Self-financed education through employment. Worked an average of 25
hours per week while attending school full-time and up to 70 hours/week
during summers. Often worked two jobs simultaneously.
Relevant Marketing Statistics Accounting I, II
Courses: Entrepreneurship Economics Corporate Finance
Business Communications Investment Analysis Interpersonal
Communication
Experience
Lithko contracting, Inc., Indianapolis, IN - Equipment Coordinator
2006 - 2009
Job duties and responsibilities for Indiana,
Kansas and Minnesota. Started as general labor and quickly earned
promotion to front office as equipment coordinator. Supplies an average of
50 jobs with rental equipment 24/7.
Responsibilities and accountability includes:
- Managing 500+ pieces of rental equipment on a daily basis
- Purchasing small tools and safety supplies at best quality and price
- Complete documentation to track company owned equipment and supplies,
rental equipment and all tool repairs
- Approve all equipment related invoices to insure credit on improperly
billed invoices
- Track and allocate employee's cost for associated jobs
- Schedule an average of 90 employees, 7 days a week for the Indiana
office
Significant cost savings due to process improvements and efficiencies;
o $100,000+ saved by credits received from venders due to improper billing
o $300,000+ saved by contract negotiation of rental prices
o $250,000+ saved by improved response time for equipment repair to
appropriate vender location
Consumer 500, Cincinnati, OH - Retail Merchandiser 2005 - 2006
Serve as liaison between retailer and manufacturers; service 3 local Home
Depot stores in the millwork department. Quickly developed in-depth
product knowledge of home improvement products such as: windows, doors,
screens, paneling and molding. Improve inventory levels by analyzing usage
and ensuring each area is adequately stocked.
o Generate additional business through point-of-sale customer education -
created displays, signage and product labeling to improve merchandise
appearance and make items easier for customer to access. Drive sales by
implementing advertising and promotions; train Home Depot associates on 3
new products each day.
Findlay YMCA, Findlay, OH - Fitness Instructor (YMCA-certified) 2003 -
2005
Instructed clients in the proper use of equipment. Analyzed clients' needs
and developed programs to help them reach individual fitness goals.
Conducted individual and group training classes.
TR Gear Landscape, Cincinnati, OH - Foreman 1998 - 2004
Provided leadership for teams of 3-6 landscaping professionals on projects
such as custom patios, ponds and fountain installations. Started as
general laborer; rapidly earned promotion to Foreman. Interpreted
blueprints, made modifications when necessary. Operated equipment such as
Bobcats, backhoes, dump trucks, trenchers, and tractors. Maintained
inventory of tools and equipment.
o Improved truck loading and daily work procedures to minimize downtime;
reduced overtime by at least 50%.