CLIFFORD J NAVIS

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Lady Lake, Florida 32159

864-***-****

aczjo2@r.postjobfree.com

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY:

Thirty-one years of experience in the business world, starting from basic employee and progressing to the role of CEO, have given me strong sales and management skills, as well as superior marketing strategies and leadership ability. These experiences led to a highly successful career in business development both within individual cities and across a five state region, which included responsibility for the negotiation of contracts, delivery of a finished product, and development of continuous commitment to customer satisfaction, an integral part of business growth where seamless interaction between businesses and clients was imperative.

CAREER EXPERIENCE:

Plant Director

Queen of America Honey

3220 S.E. Highway 484

Belleview, Florida 34420

I was hired to design, create and build the plants ability to pass FDA/BRC requirements:

Complete refurbishment of a 22000 square foot facility to prepare for honey production/BRC/FSMA/FDA standards.

This position was to take 6 to 8 months, and was completed in 4.5 months. I was then offered and accepted the Plant Director position.

The plant is currently producing 175000 pounds of honey/week prior estimates were to produce 50000 pounds of honey/week.

I have assembled a team including: Operation Manager, Line Manager, Shipping & Receiving Manager, Office Manager and 10 to 12 general employees.

In addition to the above referenced duties, I personally sold a contract to National Foods for 1.5 million pounds of honey over the next 3 years.

Inside/Outside sales (2013-2015) Sales Specialist

Lowe’s

1370 West Wade Hampton Boulevard

Greer, South Carolina

Responsible for:

* Learning and execution of all Lowe’s based software Genesis, ISST, Order/Customer Management and 20/20 Cabinet software.

* Team build across five distinct but associated departments appliances, cabinets, countertops, plumbing and flooring.

* The cabinet depart went from the worst performing to the best performing year over year during my employment. Cabinet and Countertop sales have performed at a rate 35% better than was budgeted for in the last fiscal year.

Inside/Outside Sales (2007-2012)

Bob Burnett Appliance

306 North Church Street

Spartanburg, South Carolina 29306

Developed a current business model lifted the business from a comfortable rut:

* Business development of appliance sales in Upstate South Carolina.

* Sales increase of 50 percent during the first two (2) years.

* Direct relationships with vendors, builders, interior designers & clients.

* Monitoring, evaluating & reviewing the activities of BBA staff to insure client satisfaction.

Owner (2003-2007)

The Cook’s Station

659 South Main Street

Greenville, South Carolina 29601

Created a complete turn around in the business from bankrupt to the 15th fastest growing SubZero Wolf dealer in the county:

* Increasing sales, in both appliances & small wears, by 350 percent over the five (5) year period.

* Evaluating & implementing changes responsible for business viability increased retail floor space, interviewed & employed staff, accessed & procured necessary equipment and implemented a continuous improvement plan.

* Coordinating marketing strategies with vendors, dealers and designers to display & advertise products & appliances.

* Designing marketing materials and administrating campaigns to create interest in the store and product lines.

* Coordinating the rollout of a new web design to promote internet communication, advertising & internet sales.

Owner (2000-2002)

Simple Manufacturing

4219 Triangle Street

Mcfarland, Wisconsin 53558

Led a start up to 10X growth in 1 year:

All aspects of proprietary design from concept to CAD to prototype to end products.

Sales of all products to the marketplace.

Advertising, relationship building, pavement pounding and trade shows to introduce products and available services.

Owner (1982-2003)

Cliff Navis Company, Incorporated (specialty contracting)

4219 Triangle Street

McFarland, Wisconsin 53558

Directed all aspects of the businesses success:

* All aspects of business operation office management, sales, estimating & expediting contracts.

* Maintaining a superior workforce to insure client satisfaction.

* Attending trade shows, Associated General Contractor events, governmental affairs and school board meetings to market & educate.

* Managing all fiscal and risk management banking, insurance, equipment and physical plant investment.

* Ongoing coordination of activities to provide the highest level of client service excellence.

CORE STRENGTHS:

Communication I have a great ability to convey thoughts, proposals & information to employees, employers, an audience, and co-workers.

Management My life’s experience has provided for the ability to delegate purposefully, accept responsibility in conflict, manage employee relations, plan for financial needs and lead with integrity.

Enthusiasm I believe ability is always made better with the correct attitude. Teamwork is paramount to success in an organization of two (2) or more individuals I have always employed a position of optimism & encouragement.

Integrity Simply stated, do right by the client always, & under promise while over delivering.

Knowledge Never settle for what you know: always increase in the understanding of your company, product, service, marketplace & most of all, your client.

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