CEO Fire Protection Engineering/Contracting Operations/Project Manag

Curtis A. Jack

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Project Management . Change Management Specialist . Operations Manager

Human Resources . Business Analyst . Construction Management

< Expertise and success in managing multiple projects related to

organizational change; ensure smooth and feasible implementation of

plans; streamline processes; incorporate new or revamping in-place

programs; reduce staff or move key stakeholders into critical new

roles. Focus on systems, technology and business processes. Develop

strategies for groups / individuals impacted while reducing risk of

business roadblocks.

< Proven communication and interpersonal skills in understanding

emotional difficulties employees encounter in times of change; coach

management with employees affected by newly-introduced processes and

structure and clearly communicate what is expected of them.

< Research and understand organization's goals and vision in preparing

for change; collaborate with leaders and staff via surveys and

meetings; develop plan of action addressing staff concerns or

potential problems that may negatively affect organization.

EXPERIENCE

May 2004 PERSIMMON BRANCH FARM ~ Denton, NC

to Present Owner / Operations Manager

< Founded and manage only certified orchard (1,000 fruit

trees) in Davidson County; produce apples, peaches,

Asian persimmons and asparagus. Orchard uniquely fills

growing niche market in multiple sales venues within

Piedmont-Triad community.

< Featured in Our State Magazine and multiple newspaper

articles.

< Products are sold regionally at the Persimmon Branch

Farm, Wholesalers, local Produce Retailers, Piedmont

Triad Farmer's Market, Lexington and Thomasville

Farmer's Markets. Recruit and train seasonal workers to

perform pruning, harvesting and farm-related tasks.

Oversee payroll and other office administration

functions.

2002 to Present Independent Private Business Consultant

August 2003 ASSOCIATED SPRINKLER FIRE PROTECTION CO., INC. ~

Greensboro, NC

to June 2011 Operations Manager - North Carolina, South Carolina

& Virginia (2005 to 2011)

Project Manager (2003 to 2005)

< Served as second-in-command to President; liaison

between Human Resources, Sales, Design, Fabrication and

Installation Departments. Oversaw design code

compliance, human resources, training, construction

contracts, job site contractor mediation, safety and

OSHA compliance. Staff (100 employees) training and

mentoring included product knowledge, customer service

and motivational seminars. Trained managers and

employees in OSHA compliance and regulations, company's

safety program, people management skills, NFPA Fire

Sprinkler Code requirements and quality control.

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EXPERIENCE (continued)

ASSOCIATED SPRINKLER FIRE PROTECTION CO., INC. (continued)

< Interacted, collaborated and advised Large and Small

Projects Superintendents, Design department Manager,

Purchasing Manager, Fabrication Manager, Human Resources

Manager and Estimating / Sales Manager on various issues

and projects.

September 1985 ALLGARD FIRE PROTECTION CO., INC. ~ Knightsen, CA

to January 2003 Owner / CEO - Central & Northern California /

Silicon Valley Region of San Francisco Bay

< Managed 30 employees with direct reports being Chief

Financial Officer, Design Manager, Fabrication Manager

and Field Superintendent. Successfully planned, created,

implemented and integrated strategic direction of

company's resources. Remained current on external and

internal competitive business climate, expansion

opportunities, customer issues, market trends, new fire

sprinkler industry developments and building

construction standards.

< Met and collaborated with Field Superintendent, Design

Manager and Fabrication Manager daily to review

schedules, projects, daily activities and ordering

materials; other functions included estimating projects,

contacting and meeting with customers, project meetings

with contractors, city inspectors, architects and

subcontractors. Made on-site visits and inspections of

ongoing projects.

EDUCATION

Chabot College ~ Hayward, CA

Courses of Study: Engineering

Grace School of Theology & Ministry ~ Pleasant Hill, CA

Pastoral Theology and Counseling Diploma

OTHER TRAINING

Numerous Management and Executive Leadership Seminars / Workshops

Human Resources

Corporate Management

Construction Management

Quality Control

Safety Management and Procedures

Conflict Resolution

Hydratec and Sigma Fire Sprinkler Hydraulics Calculation Programs

California Fire Protection Contractor License (inactive)

Private Pilot License (inactive)

Computer Courses

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

San Francisco Bay Area Firefighters Association ~ Instructor -

Hydraulic Calculation & Fire Sprinkler Shop Drawing Review Classes

Professional and Personal Counseling

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