Fred Gansky
Boca Raton, FL
adlyg5@r.postjobfree.com
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Business Consultant
Gansky Consulting - Los Angeles, CA
September 2004 to Present
Helped companies with less than $5 million in sales with marketing, management and finance President
Harkitt Corporation - Los Angeles, CA
June 1980 to Present
Company had multiple divisions. As President I was involved in all areas of the company including sales.
1. Customer Relations Service-Provided a unique follow up program for automobile dealerships to evaluate the satisfaction of customers after the sale and receive referrals. Built company to over 300 auto dealer accounts nationwide.
2. Canoga Tool International-Sold products to the service departments of several thousand automobile and truck dealerships nationwide.
3. Holland Farms-Created gourmet food line. Sold products to departments stores, supermarkets, discount stores, mail order catalogues, dairies, specialty stores. Vice President of Sales
A & R Inc - San Gabriel, CA
November 1975 to February 1980
We were a bakery products manufacturer. I developed major accounts including eight different supermarket chains in Los Angeles, all 7000 7-11 stores, other convenience store chains, several major discount store chains.
Stock Broker
MERRILL LYNCH - Philadelphia, PA
June 1971 to August 1974
As a stock broker with Merrill Lynch I opened more than 300 accounts during my first year in the business.
Vice President, Sales and Marketing
Panelrama Home centers - Philadelphia, PA
October 1969 to April 1971
Developed a franchising division of the company. Role included building business plan with all aspects of sales and marketing, working with legal team and financial advisors, interviewing and developing franchisees, creating training program, site procurement, grand opening campaigns, ordering and accounting systems. Opened 6 franchises in first 180 days Vice President
Colpitts Travel Center - Philadelphia, PA
February 1968 to May 1969
Developed group travel programs. Called on major companies and other organizations throughout the Philadelphia area. Sold more than $1 million in travel the first year. Teacher
Philadelphia School System - Philadelphia, PA
February 1967 to November 1967
Taught in both a junior high (7th grade English ), and in elementary school (5th grade) Co-Director
P & G's Collegiate Ski Tour Agency - Philadelphia, PA February 1964 to March 1966
Developed group ski tours for college students and industrial groups. Handled all aspects of operation: booking rooms, buses, ski lessons, lift tickets, parties, meals, promotion, etc. Education
Bachelor's in Communications/Journalism
Temple University - Philadelphia, PA
September 1961 to June 1966
High school or equivalent in Academic
Overbrook High School - Philadelphia, PA
September 1959 to June 1961
Skills
Business Process, Consulting, Teaching
Military Service
Branch: Army Reserve
Service Country: United States
Rank: Private First Class
June 1966 to June 1972
Commendations:
Got the highest score in the Combat Proficiency Test among 1100 other men in my battalion Assessments
Management & Leadership Skills: Impact & Influence — Highly Proficient August 2019
Measures a candidate's ability to adapt their leadership style to accomplish goals using rational or emotional appeal.
Full results: https://share.indeedassessments.com/share_assignment/iuazpcy-6nafc2vk Supervisory Skills: Directing Others — Expert
August 2019
Measures a candidate's ability to motivate the performance of others through feedback to identify improvements or corrective actions.
Full results: https://share.indeedassessments.com/share_assignment/mv0w8l94tdg4f8-c Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Additional Information
Have traveled to 50 countries. Created an online magazine for over 2000 people over 40 in Los Angeles. (Wrote over 125 blogs on dating and relationships) Sponsored social events for Baby Boomers for 12 years. Ran 11 marathon races AFTER I was 55.