Minneapolis, MN *****
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Accomplished Home Inspector/Contractor with strong Communication, Organizational & People Skills seeking a new challenge that maximizes my diverse and multi-layered skill set. An optimist with a strong work ethic – How can I help to Grow, Upgrade and Improve your organization?
Work Experience
Owner and Operator
Home Inspecting & Contracting Direct
Minnetonka, MN
July 2007 to Present
I am an Accomplished Home Inspector and Contractor. I am an Approved Vendor of The Minnesota Real Estate Team and a Preferred Partner on The Minnesota Real Estate Show. My time is split between Home Inspections and Contracting Projects – My Contracting Experience has made me a more effective Home Inspector. I also excel at effectively managing Budgets and Subcontractors to achieve our Project Goals and Customer Satisfaction.
Owner and Operator
Integrated Marketing Solutions, Inc.
St. Louis Park, MN
November 1999 to May 2007
Using the skills, contacts and relationships I cultivated over my many years in Radio and Outdoor Advertising sales, we partnered with a Specialized Graphics company that produced a new technology called Lenticular Graphics. With this state of the art technology, we created Point of Sale opportunities for many retailers, distributors and manufacturers on a National basis.
Regional Sales Manager
Children’s Broadcasting Corporation
Minneapolis, MN
September 1996 to October 1999
I was responsible for the local Sales Department, the home of Radio AAHS, as well as the development and launch of 17 Satellite Markets throughout the country. I spent much of my time traveling to these various markets to develop, launch & train the local reps.
Sales Representative
BOB 100 FM
Minneapolis, MN
February 1994 to August 1996
I was assigned an account list that I was charged with developing and increasing revenue through radio advertising or creating direct or Co-op marketing opportunities intended to maximize exposure. I successfully increased my assigned account list by nearly 30% in only my fourth month. I excelled with both my direct clients and with my Agency Accounts. This opportunity would benefit me in every work experience that would follow.
Education
High School Diploma
Benilde St. Margaret’s – St. Louis Park, MN
September 1984 to May 1988
Bachelors Degree
St. Mary’s College – Winona, MN
September 1988 to May 1993
Skills
Sales Management – Remodeling – General/Trim Carpentry– Drywall – General Construction– Plumbing – Electrical – Tile Install – Wood/Laminate Flooring Install – Negotiation/Collaboration – Project Management – Budget Management– Construction Estimating – Team Building – Facilities Maintenance – Property Management – Heavy Equipment Operation – Landscape Maintenance – Point of Sale Marketing – Business Development – Outside Sales – Business Management
Military Service
US Navy Reserve
Rank: Honorable Discharge at E4
June 1988 to July 1993
Rate: Heavy Equipment Operator
Commendations: Meritorious Promotion from E1 to E2 at end of Boot Camp
Certifications
NAHI Certified Home Inspector
Licensed Contractor
Licensed Realtor