CHARLES A. BADGLEY
**** ******* **** *********: 614-***-****
Hilliard, OH 43026 Email: ********@********.**.*** Cellular: 614-***-****
Results-oriented professional with proven skills in management, sales, marketing,
promotions and public relations looking for an opportunity to utilize my diverse skills with an innovative
and high energy business
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Solid accomplishments in all phases of sales, operations management, media relations and business
development.
Hands-on experience in both managing existing businesses and establishing new companies.
Strong ability to manage operations from zero base, including sales and cost forecasting, advertising
and marketing, staff supervision, and client-focused relations.
Thorough comprehension of business practices resulting in increased revenues, profitability, and
overall market share while delivering superior customer service.
Highly resourceful and positive team player with solid work ethic and ability to effectively solve
problems while meeting deadlines in ever-changing and stressful environments.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; easily develop rapport with peers and recognized
by senior management for superior performance.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Owner/ General Manager, C.R. INVESTMENTS OF COLUMBUS – Columbus, OH 2003 – 2009
• Established business and operations from initial building design to facility opening.
• Conducted negotiations and coordinated bidding to secure business property.
• Managed accounting and finance functions including devising detailed sales and cost projections.
• Budgeted advertising, marketing, and promotion.
• Recruited, trained, and developed professional staff.
Owner/Founder, MELODIC NOTABILITY – Columbus, OH 1995 – Present
• Promoted professional entertainment to public and private organizations.
• Coordinated events from booking through completion.
• Achieved high customer satisfaction through creative problem-solving and quality services.
Area Sales Manager, HILL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY – Columbus, OH 2002 – 2003
• Served as liaison handling orders, marketing tools and sales projections between distributors and
business owners.
• Created and implemented innovative and effective marketing strategies.
• Communicated order placement and status with customers.
• Managed budget and execution of public and private promotions.
Entertainment Director/ Disc Jockey BANANA JOE’S BAR & GRILL – Columbus, OH 1996 – 2002
Entertainment Director/Disc Jockey, ZENO’S BAR & GRILL – Columbus, OH 1992 – 1996
• Recruited, trained, and managed music entertainment activities.
• Supervised all aspects of agenda for private parties, including entertainment.
• Managed relationships with area radio stations to promote visibility and ongoing public relations.
MILITARY
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE – Columbus, OH 1992 – 1998
Air Force Sergeant, Civil Engineering Department
EDUCATION
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY – Columbus, OH
Bachelor of Science Degree in Education with Minor in Human Development, 2000
COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE – Denver, CO
Completion of Inventory Management Specialist program
VOLUNTEER WORK
O.S.U. Handicapped Persons Assistant, 1997 – 1999
Special Olympics, 1992
Grove City Volunteer Football Coach, 1990 – 1993
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Windows, Internet
KEYWORDS
Operations Manager, Sales Manager, Director, Sales Representative, Business Owner, Entrepreneur