Ragan Newell
Florence, SC *****
803-***-**** ***********@*****.***
EDUCATION
The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC May 2017
Bachelor of Science; Business Administration
WORK EXPERIENCE
Johnson & Johnson, Depuy Synthes
Florence, SC
Orthopedic Trauma Sales Consultant December 2021 – Present
(40+hrs/week)
• Developed and implemented account specific plans and sales strategies promoting growth
• Achieved business plan objectives and sales resulting in 10.70% annual growth in 2022
• Routinely supported surgeons and operating room personnel during surgical cases
• Lead quarterly education events for facilities personnel in order to maximize patient outcomes
• Responsible for purchasing, logistics, and maintenance of equipment valued at 17.4 million dollars Sam English Grading
Aiken, SC
Heavy Equipment Operator August 2017 - June 2018
(40+hrs/week)
• Entrusted with operating and maintaining large scale construction equipment
• Team member of 3-5 operators always ensuring quality products and customer satisfaction South Point Construction
Aiken, SC
Superintendent of New Construction/Sales August 2011 - July 2017
(40+hrs/week)
• Responsible for job oversight, conducting daily inspections, managing laborers, and contract compliance
• Coordinated all logistical matters with vendors for project purchases
• Lead the oversight of project sustainment in order to ensure quality delivery
• Managed new construction and renovation projects, supervising subcontractors throughout entire construction process
EZ Rentals and Sales/Plantation Nurseries
Aiken, SC
Sales Manager/Supervisor April 2013 - August 2014
(40+hrs/week)
• Supervised teams throughout landscape and equestrian construction projects
• Estimated work scope, costs, purchased materials and ensured contract compliance
• Responsible for contract negotiations pertaining to heavy equipment rentals and project execution
• Coordinated logistical movements of equipment and goods throughout South Carolina
• Maintained lasting relationships with customers and subcontractors Ragan Newell
Florence, SC 29541
803-***-**** ***********@*****.***
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
United States Army
Fort Benning, GA
Infantry Officer July 2018 - December 2021
(40+hrs/week)
• Fostered a “People First” work environment through servant leadership
• Created Standard Operating Procedures adopted by the US Army and the United States Military Academy
• Created Training Plans adopted by US Army TRADOC and the 25th Infantry Division
• Lead, Supervised, and Evaluated 12 Drill Sergeants throughout the training of over 1,500 Soldiers
• Managed training for Companies of 240 Soldiers throughout 22-week training cycles
• Prepared monthly and semi-annual performance reports in order to improve training outcomes
• Lead working groups to evaluate proof of principle for new training policies and procedures
• Managed fiscal operating budget at the company level South Carolina Army National Guard
Charleston, SC
Team Leader April 2014 - June 2018
(Monthly Drill)
• Demonstrated ability necessary to effectively lead Infantry Soldiers
• Lead team building exercises emphasizing problem solving, selflessness, perseverance, and grit
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and adapt in stressful situations SKILLS
• Leadership- proven leadership experience through the military, previous jobs and The Citadel
• Teamwork- believer in “People First” mentality; Servant Leadership Approach
• Sales- experienced in understanding customers’ needs, fulfilling them, and following up
• Customer Service- endeavored to provide quality product and total satisfaction
• Project Management- trained in making difficult decisions, in complex situations, without the presence of a simple solution
• Work Ethic- any task I undertake will be carried out to the best of my ability
• Initiative- taught to go beyond what is minimally required with enthusiasm
• Communication- experienced in delivering information across chains of command, consulting surgeons during trauma cases, Business to Business negotiations, and understanding customers’ needs
• Passion- demonstrated willingness and ability to learn with a strong inner drive VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
• Special Olympics of South Carolina - teammate to special needs children
• Meals on Wheels- delivered meals to families in need
• Veterans Affairs Hospital- performing various assigned tasks to contribute to overall effort
• Burke High School Tutoring Program- tutored athletes after school
• World Changers- prepared and delivered meals for families that endured recent tragedies/losses INTERESTS
• Golf- Competitor, Veterans Golf Association Member
• Music- Guitarist
• Outdoors- Fresh and Saltwater Fishing, Hunting and Scouting
• Conservation- planting crops and food sources for wildlife sanctuaries