Glenn S. Elkes

Santa Rosa, CA ***** 954-***-****

linkedin.com/in/glenn-elkes ad3lui@r.postjobfree.com

Executive

Dynamic and results-oriented C-suite executive with a proven track record of driving business growth, leading successful transformations, and optimizing organizational performance. A strategic thinker with a strong ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver sustainable results. Recognized for leadership excellence, innovation, and a passion for creating high-performing teams. Creating an environment that fosters sound decision making, at every level.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Bernhard, Metairie, LA 2021 - Present

Executive Vice President

Led the company through a period of significant growth, driving a 50% increase in revenue and expanding market geographics.

Implemented innovative strategies that resulted in 15% cost reduction and improved operational efficiency.

Successfully entered new geographical markets, negotiating key partnerships and alliances to strengthen the company's position in the industry.

Oversaw financial performance, achieving consistent profitability and shareholder value.

CONSULTANT, San Francisco Bay Area, CA 2018 - 2021

Private Consultant

Implemented streamlined process that improved efficiency, resulting in a 20% increase in productivity.

Built and led cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.

Optimized the supply chain, reducing lead times and improving inventory management.

Contributed to the development and execution of the company’s strategic plan, aligning operations with organizational goals.

PYRAMID HOTEL GROUP, San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Vice President Project Management & Construction

2014 - 2018

Provided oversight for the entitlement, design, and construction of a 339-room hotel in Berkeley, CA.

Successfully procured the hotel’s entitlement, which was a challenging multi-year entitlement process in a difficult jurisdiction.

Deliver support to properties in Capex planning and perform due diligence on potential new acquisitions.

Serve as a subject matter expert by estimating costs/design for multiple potential properties.

Leverage strong interpersonal skills to manage investors, lenders, and clients to ensure compliance with deal terms and potential investment opportunities.

KESSLER COLLECTION, LLC, Orlando, FL 2012-2014

Corporate Vice President

Provided oversight for the acquisition, entitlement, project management, and design of new hotel & hotel renovations, which included establishing and leading multi-faceted design teams, managing extensive budgets, and recruiting designers.

Demonstrated leadership abilities to direct internal interior design and operations groups and oversee the entitlement process for multiple projects in various jurisdictions.

Exemplified people management expertise by soliciting, contracting, and directing a multi-faceted team in rehabilitating a historic former power plant to a new +400 room Marriott hotel in Savannah, GA.

Led the entitlement, design and construction of 2 Grand Bohemian Hotels located in Charleston, SC and Mountainbrook, AL.

Consistently evaluated potential properties for enhancements, major issues, or costs for PIP.

Oversaw CapEx budgets across the entire Kessler enterprise.

NAGELBUSH MECHANICAL, INC., Ft Lauderdale, FL

Chief Operating Officer / Board Member

2008 - 2012

Held an executive position and established strategic/financial direction for the company, while also functioning as a Board Member of the Greenstar parent company based in NYC.

Successfully guided the company to restore revenue growth; increased profits by 20%.

Reduced operating overhead expenses by 30%, by trimming unproductive staff and trimmed unnecessary expenses.

Leveraged marketing expertise to shift the companies’ market from condominiums to more lucrative markets.

Oversaw a $1.2B MEP budget for the Freedom Towers complex in NYC, as a functioning board member.

Provided business strategic direction to resolve non-payment issues for insolvent condominium projects during the 2008 recession.

Led MEP’s teams through multi-million dollar projects such as the Marlin baseball stadium, Miami Sea Aquarium and University of Miami hospital.

HUNT CONSTRUCTION GROUP, Tampa, FL

Director - Preconstruction Services SE Region

2002 - 2008

Delivered exemplary leadership and technical expertise throughout the pre-construction project phase.

Consistently exhibited leadership abilities by directing all activities of cross-functional departments (Estimating, IT, and DD Development).

Coordinated new projects valued at $900mm+, including large NFL, MLB & NBA stadium design and construction.

Initiated robust client relationships based on trust and rapport, while also functioning as a client liaison.

Earned recognition for expanding the office's geographic influence by 50% and conceptualizing a process for new project deliveries for the estimating team.

Additional experience as an Area Manager for Midwest Mechanical Contractors, Inc., Tampa, FL; Operations Manager for Bubeck Service, Inc., Kansas City, KS; and Independent business as a Licensed General & Mechanical contractor in FL; with broad experience working for Fortune 500 companies and universities

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