Manager

SUMMARY

My most recent work experience is owning and managing a successful advertising company for twenty-four years. My success has been dependent on effectively evaluating client’s needs while ensuring all aspects of the business run smoothly. I have excellent written and verbal communication skills coupled with exemplary organization and problem-solving abilities. I’m an energetic self-starter and work well alone or in a team environment.

EXPERIENCE

Owner Oct 1993 to Oct 2017

Unparalleled Promotions Ltd.

Created and managed all business functions including sales, purchasing, inventory control, product quality assurance and customer service while continuously improving procedures to ensure overall efficiency;

Maintained company books in Simply Accounting, including quarterly GST reporting;

Hired, trained and supervised employees;

Acquired and grew a client base of primarily oilfield drilling and service companies in Alberta, extending to not-for-profit organizations, government entities, schools, law firms, sports teams, restaurants and other small businesses in Calgary, Edmonton and surrounding areas;

Secured contracts to develop and supply safety and service award programs;

Created and/or changed client logos & slogans to remain current, and ensured artwork was digitized to meet necessary production-ready standards, while ensuring branding compliance;

Created catalogues and brochures for client’s award programs by working with photographers, graphic designers and printers.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATES

Leduc Composite High School – 1983-1985

Investment Funds Institute of Canada – Mutual Fund Trading Certificate - 1990

Alberta Gaming & Liquor Commission - Proserve Liquor Certificate – 2018

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