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Tony F. Thomas I, MBA

269-***-**** ad4fi4@r.postjobfree.com Mattawan, MI 49071

HIGH SCHOOL BUSINESS TEACHER CANDIDATE

Business Management & Leadership Relationship Building Interpersonal Communications Innovative, determined professional committed to leveraging expansive business experience and educational background with student success in comprehensive business programming. Prioritize quality education in a structured environment. Highly collaborative, maintaining strong, supportive communications with all stakeholders. Able to build safe, effective relationships with students to achieve best possible outcomes for behavior and learning.

People-centric communicator, building rapport as cornerstone to engage learners and stakeholders.

Resourceful and tenacious business leader, having proven operational management skills across nonprofit, LLC, and nationally recognized companies.

Community-focused, strengthening local organizations by providing actionable business plans that deliver operational and financial improvements.

Lesson Planning & Delivery Curriculum Alignment Synchronous & Virtual Learning Environments Student Engagement Stakeholder Advocacy Student Support Systems Conflict Resolution BUSINESS LEADERSHIP

Organizational Leadership Strategic Planning Human Resources Management Cross-Functional Collaboration Finance & Economics Revenue Growth Project Management Continuous Improvement Policy and Procedure Implementation Documentation Government Regulations PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Aenon Bible College Aenon Online, Indianapolis, IN August 2019 to Present Pentecostal seminary and higher education institution. ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR

Prepare students for successful career entry into ministerial field, instructing 40+ students per semester through interactive virtual classroom sessions. Plan and deliver lessons aligned to adopted curriculum, developing teaching and learning strategies conducive to content mastery. Monitor progress, providing continuous feedback to guide student success. Enrich teaching with varied activities that establish foundation in preparation for future career in ministry. Christ-Centered Homes, Jackson, MI February 2020 to Present Nonprofit residential services and housing provider for people with developmental disabilities or mental illness. COMPLIANCE OFFICER

Ensure organization’s policies and procedures are properly aligned to federal, state, and local community mental health regulations. Coordinate efforts cross-departmentally, collaborating with the compliance consultant, quality improvement staff, direct care staff, and local community mental health agencies to guarantee quality consumer care. Strengthen compliance by updating policies and procedures in step with governmental regulatory changes. Executive Protection Group Kalamazoo Public Schools, Kalamazoo, MI September 2016 to June 2021 Full-service security guard company, providing security personnel for events, buildings, properties, and groups. CAMPUS SAFETY OFFICER

Provided security service to ensure student and staff safety in day-to-day operations at Kalamazoo Central High School facilities. Acted as liaison for students dealing with personal conflict, most often resulting in positive resolution. Commended for ability to promptly communicated with fellow officers and administration regarding safety concerns and situational problem-solving.

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Nehemiah Community Services Elijah Group, Mattawan, MI January 2014 to Present 501(c)(3) home improvement and support program.

BUSINESS OWNER INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR CONSULTANT Supported home healthcare businesses by founding business management consulting company. Delivered staffing directives and cost savings initiatives through expert organizational leadership and project management skills.

• Identified cost savings for $6M+ company experiencing rapid growth, developing standardized staffing plan to address recruiting, hiring, and training. Significantly increased profitability by reducing overtime hours by 80%.

• Streamlined payroll processes by implementing payroll software, reducing staffing costs at $1.5M company.

• Developed staffing plan for $12M organization. Achieved 20% decrease in overtime hours, enabling company to restructure personnel to better align with new staffing plan. Integrated electronic time system to accurately track employee hours.

Office Depot, Boca Raton, FL October 1996 to June 2013 American office supply retailer with 1.4K U.S. stores. OPERATIONS PROJECT MANAGER (February 2006 to June 2013) Oversaw project plans for new store openings, remodels, and relocations ($75M). Effectively defined each project’s scope, scheduled resources, and controlled costs through key documents: critical path analysis, project implementation plans and procedures. Managed multiple projects plans simultaneously, having personally hired and trained site managers and project teams nationwide.

• Fostered cooperation and built successful cross-functional teams at all levels to deliver projects on time and on budget.

• Increased profitability and reduced yearly revenue loss of Mishawaka store by 90% by implementing cost-savings programs.

RETAIL STORE MANAGER (October 1996 to February 2006) Managed multiple retail locations in Michigan and Indiana, generating yearly sales around $21M per store. Conducted analysis of customer retention in relation to staffing and client services, resulting in actionable information. Built brand awareness through public relations and outreach efforts, developing partnerships with community organizations to support company sponsorships and school program purchasing efforts. Planned and monitored sales and business development events, building

• Increased sales by $2M+ upon business analysis results, collaborating with the Business Service Division to implement strategic sales plan.

EDUCATION

Master of Arts [MA], Practical Theology

REGENT UNIVERSITY, Virginia Beach, VA

Master of Business Administration [MBA]

INDIANA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY, Marion, IN

Bachelor of Business Administration [BBA], Business Administration, Marketing Minor OKLAHOMA PANHANDLE STATE UNIVERSITY, Goodwell, OK

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