Manager Management
Resume:
James Jessup
Email: *********@********.***
Address: **** *. **** ******
City: Milwaukee
State: WI
Zip: 53209
Country: USA
Phone: 414-***-****
Skill Level: Management
Salary Range: 70
Willing to Relocate
Primary Skills/Experience:
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Educational Background:
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Job History / Details:
4203 N. 13th Street Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53209 414-***-**** *********@********.***
James Jessup Jr.
Objective
Seek to offer my unique skill sets, education and hands on experience in administration, management and business practices acquired through roughly twenty years of successful small business operation.
Summary
* Owner and chief operating officer of A Taste of Philly, Inc.
* Successful, simultaneous operation of multiple retail locations.
* Experience in standard business practices including contract neg., HR and P&L analysis.
* Perform tax filings at the local, state and federal levels on employment, sales, etc.
* Technology friendly attitude; familiar with most accounting software specifically QuickBooks and Peachtree; also Microsoft products and digital security systems.
* Ability to multi-task and problem solve in high energy environments.
Skills and Accomplishments
Small Business Conference
April 1985
As a Business Manager for the Forest Service and in conjunction with the state of West Virginia, co-organized the first small business conference in the state. Introduced small businesses to state and federal contracting opportunities.
Computer Model Development
March 1990
As a Program Analyst for the City of Milwaukee, developed a computerized model to evaluate and recommend funding of non-profit agencies receiving Community Development Block Grant funding.
Professional Experience
January 1993- Present
A Taste of Philly, Inc.
Milwaukee, WI.
Owner/Pres./COO
Planning, development and implementation of retail operations. Develop organizational policies, procedures and culture. Perform all business related functions including human resource management, accounting, inventory management, equipment maintenance and contract negotiation. Address and adhere to local, state and federal regulations. Preparation of local, state and federal taxes related to sales, withholding, etc. Day to day operations including supervision of employees.
1989- 1992
City of Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI.
Program Analyst
Analyze proposals submitted by non-profit agencies for City of Milwaukee, Block Grant Funding; in the areas of economic development and public service, as prescribed by HUD. Maintain 2 million dollar budget and portfolio of approximately 25 funded projects. Assist program operators with administrative assistance, management consultation and resource referral. Review program progress and authorize release of payments at key benchmarks. Prepare funding recommendations presented before the Common Council.
1987- 1989
Archdiocese of Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI.
Parish Administrator
Maintained business operations for two separate, urban Parish complexes. Each complex had multiple income generating activities (profit centers) including rental space in school buildings, weekly bingo and numerous fund raisers. Specific duties included lease contract negotiation and administration, payroll administration, bookkeeping, accounts payables, facilities and fleet maintenance. Other duties deemed necessary.
1982- 1987
Forest Service
Broomall, PA.
Business Manager
Provided business support services to Research Scientist in the management of our national forest. Responsibilities included budget analysis and reporting, procurement of goods and services, contract administration and personnel management. Other duties included time and use studies, space and fleet management.
Education
Degrees
Sept. 1979- Dec. 1983
Cheyney University
Cheyney, PA.
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Sept. 2003-May 2006 Cardinal Stritch University Milwaukee, WI.
Master of Business Administration
Personal Interests
Domestic and International travel
Physical Fitness/Water Sports
Piloting
Business
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