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CONTACT
Address: Brandon, Mississippi *****
Phone: 1-601-***-****
Email: *********************@*****.***
SKILLS
Analytical-minded
Ability to observe
Excellent management skills
Team building
Self awareness
Excellent communion skills
Sales negotiation
Operations oversight
Marketing and advertising
Customer Relations
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Since graduating college, have been an entrepreneur, owned and operated two successful start-up business, and contracted with Walmart. Was elected in 1999 to serves as the Constable of District 2 of Rankin County serving for 21 years before retiring in April 2021. Retained several lucrative contracts which made the Rankin Co Justice Court the highest grossing Justice Court in MS; setting the stage to be named the grossing Constable in MS state history. Innovative Owner/Operator with twelve years fostering growth and profitability in retail organization. Mastery of guiding company vision, service and directing over 50 employees to achieve success Motivated leader with success launching and bolstering robust organization by creating original marketing, overseeing sales efforts and standards. Enthusiastic business leader with dynamic experience planning, leading and improving activities to support successful business operations. Strategic in developing policies, managing staff and developing new revenue streams. Focused on motivating staff and working with diverse personality types to drive improvements. Experienced process server offering exceptional skills in route planning gained during 20+ years in transportation. Demonstrated record of safe and efficient vehicle operations combined with top-notch customer satisfaction scores. Trained in defensive driving techniques. Detail-oriented Owner with proven success building relationships and maintaining partnerships with top accounts to increase overall productivity and grow profit channels. Expands network connections by effectively determining and meeting the needs of constituents. Motivated business professional bringing 25 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members. Seasoned Police Constable with 21-year background in law enforcement. Proficient in enforcing federal, provincial and municipal laws. Dedicated to preserving peace and preventing crime in Rankin County, MS.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Franchise of the year of year two times with Jani-King
Elected official for 23 years
Promoted two national events on Showtime
WORK HISTORY
Constable, 12/1999 to 12/2021
Rankin County - Brandon, MS
Uphold all applicable laws of Rankin County.
Enforce all warrants, summons,and evictions.
Running campaigns every four years, to include all advertising.
Attend community functions and activities.
Attend court in all jurisdictions.
Ability to write and interpret reports.
Performed 100's of security checks on building and residences per week
Made forcible arrests when necessary
Filed cases in court with supporting evidence
Served warrants and subpoenas as directed
Patrolled assigned areas in District 2 of Rankin County with over 25,000 residents
Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail
Managed crime scenes to protect personnel and preserve evidence
Delivered expert courtroom testimony to support several dozen criminal cases over 22 years in public office.
Owner/Operator, 03/2004 to 12/2009
SELF - Jackson, MS
Managed 8 to 10 employees and did all fanatical day to day inventory and payroll.
All advertising as well as complying with all regulatory agencies.
Maintain all equipment and buildings.
Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues
Owner/Operator, 12/1994 to 12/2000
Self Employed - Brandon, MS
Contractor for Walmart maintaining the floors 24 hours a day in four stores.
Managed an average of 56 people.
Responsible for all payroll as well as inventory, developed a report with management of four major retail stores.
Developed business plan, processes and procedures to provide superior products and service to customers.
Maintained consistent work levels by establishing large customer base and continuous pipeline of deliveries
Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives
Managed day-to-day business operations
Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues
Assessed financial reports and statements regularly to update processes and operations for greater profitability
Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues
Fostered strong professional network and utilized previous experience and sought advice from piers in related industries to connect with quality leads
Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels
Envisioned and created business identity and advertising materials such as billboards and commercials by collaborating with local advertisers.
Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business
Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends
Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets to view and order inventory
Used print strategies such as newspaper ads, business catalogs and marketing brochures to bring in and capture new customer business
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions
Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands
Learned and remained updated on statutory requirements and regulations
Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels
Maintained updated knowledge of regulatory changes to adjust business operations accordingly
Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels
Enhanced product awareness by taking pictures of new and available product offerings and posting to company's website and media accounts
Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance
Achieved sales goals and increased revenue and profits through productive strategy development and organizational leadership
Verified parts and materials through audit inspections and independent checks
Provided outstanding coaching to employees to boost productivity
EDUCATION
Business Administration, 05/1992
Mississippi State University - Starkville, MS
Associate of Arts: 05/1989
Hinds Community College - Raymond, MS
High School Diploma: 05/1988
Forest Hill High School - Jackson, MS
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BRAD PATRIDGE