Jim Fuls

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SUMMARY OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Directed successful renaissance and resurgence in for the state of Oklahoma for Kelly Services in moving from a loss of over $150k in 2009 to a profit of over $725k in 2010, to over $1.2M in 2011, and $1.9M in 2012 and over $2.5M in 2013.

Grew Kelly Services Tulsa offices from 700 hours temp hours worked weekly to over 14,000 in less than 3 years.

Successfully took a sluggish OKC market for American StaffCorp to record hours in less than 18 months.

Sold, negotiated and managed several long-term contracts with organizations ranging from local to Fortune 100, multi-national valued at more than $55M annually.

Successfully drove and oversaw growth of two accounts, growing one from less than $80k in annual sales to over $4.6M from 2009-2012 and moving the other from less than $100k in 2010 to over $3.5M in 2012.

Responsible for startup of two successful full-suite landscape companies; growing one from inception to nearly $1.5M when sold in 2009; the other a partnership with my son which has grown to nearly $500k annually in less than 2 years.

Managed operations across Oklahoma with 13 branches in 6 cities with 21 direct reports.

Successfully conducted business startup and turned into profitable and stable company

Full P & L responsibility for four of employers listed; annual revenue ranging from $1.5M - $17.6M

Extensive training and usage of multiple CRM platforms including Salesforce and others

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Covenant Landscape LLC – Co-owner – 10/15 to Present

Responsible for oversight of all functions including but not limited to recruiting, interviewing/screening, and hiring of all personnel. Ensured complete EEOC, state, and federal employment law compliance. Responsible for developing a comprehensive retention strategy. Created guidelines to measure employee and company performance. This company is a startup partnership with my son and now that it’s operating smoothly and under his leadership, I’m stepping back to seek other employment.

American StaffCorp – Area Sales Manager/Tulsa & Oklahoma City – 11/13 to 10/15

Initially brought on board with intent of expanding company operations outside of Oklahoma but decision was made to evaluate and correct ongoing issues in Oklahoma City office. Given responsibility for training staff, managing, making staff adjustments and addressing customer service issues in Oklahoma City office. Upon successful implementation of afore mentioned changes, began focusing business development efforts in pursuit of large volume/marquee employers in the OKC metro area. Increased staffing volume/revenue in OKC office by 110% from 5/14-5/15. With the health of the P & L in OKC, beginning in 5/15 was asked to assist in driving business development for Tulsa office which had been badly neglected in that regard in 2014.

Kelly Services Inc. – Senior Enterprise Sales Manager/Oklahoma & North Central Texas – 11/09 to 11/13

Responsible for strategic planning to insure the success of thirteen branches in Oklahoma/Texas, accountable for the overall operation of those branches, including selecting, training, and full development of sales and service teams as well as monitoring their performance/progress to achieve the desired business results. Having full P & L responsibility I was responsible for setting the business acquisition strategy and supporting the sales and service teams in business development, service delivery, customer and employee retention, recruiting, and expense management. I was responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key customers, business leaders in the community, and local, regional, and corporate Kelly Services management. Act as a point of escalation for the resolution of customer issues.

BenchMark Landscape – Owner – 6/98 to 10/09

Started company and initially solely responsible for 100% or sales/sales activity; once company grew managed sales staff including developing a comprehensive marketing and advertising strategy. Established sales objectives and worked with sales team for reaching those goals and ensuring superior customer satisfaction ratings. Responsible for all HR functions including but not limited to recruiting, interviewing/screening, and hiring of all personnel including general labor personnel, mid-level management, sales representatives and administrative support staff including orientation/ on-boarding programs. Ensured complete EEOC, state, and federal employment law compliance. Responsible for developing a comprehensive retention strategy. Created guidelines to measure performance and organizational effectiveness. Instituted professional development and recognition programs

American StaffCorp – Recruiter – 3/97 to 6/98

Duties included development of new customers and maintenance of established customer base. Generated sales orders and negotiated price, terms and conditions at or above established guidelines. Recruited, interviewed and placed temporary personnel in a wide variety of occupational settings according to customer needs and desires.

StaffMark – Branch HR Manager – 5/94 to 9/97

Reported to Regional Vice President with division P&L responsibility. Responsible for the overall management and growth of the Claremore Branch including development and implementation of all branch operating and marketing plans. Recruited, trained and supervised all division operations and sales staff.

Key Personnel – Staffing Specialist – 4/89 to 3/94

Duties included interviewing, hiring, and termination of employees, customer relations and development.

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