Chief Executive Officer
Resume:
RABBI THEO. S. FINS
815-***-**** (Office) / (847) 721. 6902 (Mobile)
*************@*******.***
If your senior leadership team could benefit from a vision-driven, goal-focused professional with a proven 30+ year history of innovation and achievement as a successful CEO, look no further than the enclosed resume. After reading your requirements for the Chief Executive Officer position, I am certain of my ability to excel in this capacity.
Throughout my 30+ year career, I have established a reputation as a transformational leader who is driven by challenge, change and reform as needed, undeterred by obstacles, and committed to furthering standards of excellence and business ethics. My expertise encompasses all aspects of organizational transformation and performance improvement. Further, my ability to build consensus among executive teams to promote transparency and influence positive change has been repeatedly proven. I look forward to bringing these strengths and more to the team at your firm.
The following examples from my resume represent the value I can deliver in this new role:
Solid history as Chief Executive Officer to for-profit entities, mutual shareholder firms, cooperatives, and various joint venture and partnership organizations.
Extensive background in management and planning for succession and selection, strategy, turn-around, and crisis recovery with various industries, e.g.: Agriculture, Agribusiness, Food, Processing and Manufacturing, Banking, Insurance Carriers, Logistics, and Transportation.
Identified opportunities, negotiated deals, and spearheaded 15+ strategic acquisitions plus 8 successful and profitable startups for a total of 23+ business entities.
Special Investigative Counsel to several organizations wherein fraud, improper spending, or conflicts of interest were present.
Respected Professional frequently sought out for broad-based expertise in acquisitions, joint ventures, reorganizations, restructuring, negotiations, and marketing.
Represented Foods, Agribusiness, and certain Machinery Manufacturing Industries as spokesperson to the World Trade Organization resulting in lower tariffs and import tax savings.
Published articles in Marquette University Law Review and Farm Futures Monthly Magazine plus several other periodicals.
I look forward to meeting with you and learning more about your goals and standards for this position at your firm. Thank you for consideration and cooperation.
Cordially,
Rabbi Theo. S. Fins
THEO S. FINS
Main Downtown Post Office
P.O. Box 736
Sycamore, Illinois 60178-0736
815-***-**** – Office / 847-***-**** (Cell)
Email: *************@*******.***
SUMMARY:
A gifted and passionate chief executive officer and business leader with strong expertise in general management, administration, marketing, new business development, strategic planning, and all executive functions of building and guiding highly successful companies ranging in size from $116 million to $4.83 billion. Have a proven expertise in the development and implementation of worldwide corporate management systems; building and guiding strong, cohesive, and motivated management teams; creation, development, and execution of successful operational, cost containment, human resource, and financial policies; and demonstrated success at developing profitable business units and financial turnaround programs while strengthening both corporate structure and cohesiveness. Possess an acute understanding of the marketplace and a reputation for being relentless in pursuing profits without compromising quality. Possess a JD and am also an Ordained Rabbi. Have had numerous public speaking engagements.
Others have described me as a passionate and inspiring leader with strong ethics and business values; having outstanding communication and organization skills; being a diplomatic negotiator and visionary who is creative, innovative, and resourceful; and as being tenacious at setting and achieving both revenue and profit goals. Some of my greatest attributes include creation of a clear and realistic vision, being talented at identifying new market opportunities, developing strategies that deliver true and lasting customer experience, being an advocate of innovation and new technologies, facilitating and leading change, and championing new business opportunities.
MAJOR AREAS OF CAREER RESPONSIBILITY:
Currently function as CEO of a $4.83 billion holding company with 54 operating divisions. Have also founded and developed a bank with $116 million in assets; guided a $127 million Chemical Company, and launched/developed a $400 million healthcare insurance company.
Have been responsible for profit/loss and all general management functions including operations and administration, financial management, and human resource functions; development and implementation of operational and business plans; strategic planning; profit improvement and cost containment programs; manufacturing, and joint venture agreements; corporate acquisitions and divestitures; sales, marketing, and new business development; development and negotiation of vendor/subcontractor and confidentiality agreements; establishment of bank lines of credit and letters of credit; facilitation of cross functional management teams; liaison functions with insurance and law firms; and development of marketing programs and strategies. Have managed staffs up to 24,000+ employees and budgets as large as $4.83 billion.
Additionally have been responsible for purchasing, materials management, and capital equipment acquisition; multi-site facilities management; logistics/distribution; licensing agreements; business, operational, and information systems design and implementation; developing lines of credit and equity financing; debt restructuring, risk management and loss prevention, major national accounts development; management of all information and telecommunication systems; government regulation compliance, and customer service and support. Possess working knowledge of, or have implemented SPC, TQM, JIT, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Works In Progress (WIP), Integrated Work Systems (IWS), Best Practices, Supply Chain Management, and Continuous Process Improvement Programs, including but not limited to: ISO 9001 and ISO 9002 Certifications. Have also served as Chairman of the Board of Directors.
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND:
1980 – Present Founder, Chairman, and CEO
CONSOLIDATED PHOENIX GROUP OF COMPANIES (CPG HOLDINGS), F.C.B.I.T. Sycamore, Illinois
A $4.83 billion international holding company composed of 54 divisions in the Agri Business, Food, Transportation, Construction, Building Material Supply, Shipping, and Chemical industries with 9 plants doing business in over 46 countries worldwide.
Invested $9,000 in a start-up manufacturing company, initiated all administrative and operational procedures, developed a detailed marketing and business plan, redesigned the financial, manufacturing, and human resource functions, and initiated an aggressive new business development program. Additionally, generated the investment portfolio, spearheaded 15+ strategic acquisitions, plus 8 profitable startups, and over the next 30 years built the company into a $4.83 billion international holding company conducting business in 46 countries.
Over a 30-year period returned a minimum 19% average annual ROI to investors, achieved annual post-tax profits of 21.42% or $936,000,000 (USD) for annual 2023 revenue; and maintained an average 96% employee retention over a 32-year period.
Organized the firm as a Foreign Chartered Investment Trust (FCBIT) offshore resulting in a multi-industry company.
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS:
Founded, developed, and served as CEO of University National Bank, Milwaukee, WI, growing it from $1.25 million to $116 million in Assets within 13 years.
Co-founded, incorporated, and served as CEO of Aldrich Chemical Laboratories, Inc., Milwaukee, WI, taking it from a startup venture to $127 million within 6 years.
Founded and served as CEO of Unicare Health Indemnity Corporation, Milwaukee, WI, and took it from a start-up to over $400 million in annual revenues. Annual post-tax profits were in excess of $50 million on an investment of $300,000, over nine (9) years.
Appointed Receiver and CEO of Prudence Mutual Insurance Company, Chicago, Il. Led the reorganization, from bankruptcy to operational and financial success. Annual revenues exceeded $100 million.
Served as Operating Receiver for several large trucking firms including National Van Lines. Operated National for 3 years, taking a $400 million company from a loss of 25% to a 12% profit.
Functioned as Special Counsel to the Wisconsin Senate Majority Leader and various Legislative Committees for more than 25 years.
Have served as Special Investigative Counsel to several organizations dealing with fraud, improper spending, and conflict of interest issues.
Extensive background in managing and planning for succession and selection, strategy, turn around, and crises recovery in a variety of industries including Agriculture, Food, Processing and Manufacturing, Chemicals, Banking, Insurance Carriers, Logistics, Transportation, Construction, and Building Supplies.
Published articles in several publications including the Marquette University Law Review, Farm Futures Monthly Magazine, and several other periodicals.
Served as Spokesperson to the World Trade Organization representing Foods, Agribusiness and certain Machinery Manufacturers resulting in lower tariffs and import tax savings.
Past member of the Motor Carrier Law Association, New Jersey Food Processors Association, and the Midwest Foods Manufacturers and Processors Association.
Taught Transportation Regulation & Motor Carrier Business and Law at the University of Denver
Achieved numerous other distinctions which are available on request.
Registered Lobbyist – testifying before various legislative committees and Government Agencies.
Selected by the International Roman Catholic Church to deliver an Interfaith Eulogy at the funeral of Joseph Cardinal Bernadine in front of an audience of 2000. The address was carried by 317 radio stations globally.
Orchestrated 15 corporate turnarounds with a 82% success rate
Wrote 63% of Food Safety & Modernization Act (FSMA) and amendments thereto for the USDA and the US Congress. Personally wrote 28 of the first 37 regulations for the enforcement of FSMA for the USDA.
Founded 2 non-profit organizations that have existed over 35 years: The American Agricultural Law Association and The Turnaround Management Association of America.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATES:
1967 – Juris Doctorate University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin
1960 – BS Major - History/Political Science/ Minor – Economic and Social Geography, Public Speaking, Negotiation
University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin
2006 - Temple university, Philadelphia, PA, Fox Graduate School of Business: Good Shepherd Catholic Education Society Program, Dispute Resolution, Mediation, Arbitration, Settlement Facilitation, Conflict Resolution
1969 - Agudath Achim Rabbinical and Torah Studies Institute (Orthodox) – ORDAINED RABBI
Fluent in 41 foreign languages – Certified Savant in Foreign Language
Certified through University of Wisconsin, University of Pennsylvania, University of Minnesota, United States Department of Agriculture, and United States Department of Defense.
Served as foundations sponsored Adjunct Professor at three major universities including the University of Denver, University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, and Washington University – St. Louis.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Wisconsin State Bar Association, American Agricultural Law Association, American Arbitration Association, Wisconsin Court of Appeals, Supreme Court of Wisconsin, and the United States Supreme Court.
A BIBLIOGRAPHY WITH ADDITIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS AND INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
THEO S. FINS
Main Downtown Post Office
P.O. Box 736
Sycamore, Illinois 60178-0736
815-***-**** – Office / 847-***-**** (Cell)
Email: *************@*******.***
Addendum: Foods Manufacturing, Distribution, and other related activities
In the Foods Industry, this firm has become the largest prime subcontractor and custom manufacturer in the United States and Canada.
By example, this firm participates in these sections and product subcategories withing the Foods Industry:
Grains & cereals
Dairy, lactose & non-lactose items
Fermented items
Seafood & fish
Aquaculture
Jams & preserves
Jellies & pickled items
Sauces, sweet/sour & extra ‘hot’
Salad dressings & oils
Spices & herbs
Foods free of gluten, cane sugar, fats & preservatives
Processed & fresh vegetable & fruit produce as well as
Fungi
Soups
Stews
Salsas
Chilis
Breads, crackers & rolls
Flavors and syrups
This firm also has three (3) oceanic-going freight, flash-freezing filleting, fishing, processing, vessels under foreign international registration. Additionally, the current Chief Executive Officer of this firm has tried: safety and vessel compliance matters, rule-making, rate-making, and tariff cases before the United States Federal Maritime Commission (USFMC)
THEO S. FINS
Main Downtown Post Office
P.O. Box 736
Sycamore, Illinois 60178-0736
815-***-**** – Office / 847-***-**** (Cell)
Email: *************@*******.***
ADDENDUM-Construction Industry Experience
Construction Industry Experience, includes:
Development of policies and procedures; operational business plans; design and management of new industrial, office, higher value residential building and structural renovation programs; site selection and development; negotiation of vendor and architectural design firm agreements and contracts; contract design and origination; bid completion, negotiation, administration, and terms, conditions and rules enforcement; government regulation compliance; construction firm leadership and management; development and implementation of quality management systems; multi-site construction; strategic partnerships and joint ventures; vendor, subcontractor, confidentiality, arbitration agreements, memoranda and written contracts; zoning negotiations, litigation and appeals; representation of numerous construction companies, as chief executive officer (CEO) or legal counsel, in negotiations or litigation, involving many issues or matters, aforementioned, herein above.
For Transportation:
Additional information germane to this specialty is as follows:
Past member of Motor Carrier Law Association
Very familiar with motor carrier legal regulations and knows how to get Certificates of Public Convenience, Necessity and Route Authority
Served as Operating Receiver for several large trucking firms including National Van Lines--Operated company for 3 years. Took company from a negative -$.12 on the dollar to positive$.69 on the dollar. Paid all creditors and saved all jobs. Maintained and expanded all customer base.
Served as External General Counsel to Dawes Transportation Company of Wisconsin. This is a large flatbed company traveling all of USA.
Taught transportation economics & motor carrier work at University of Denver during summer sessions. Sponsored by Ford Foundation as Teaching Fellow
Taught trucking cargo & damage claims processes and settlements at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee to trucking executives, attorneys at law, and insurance carrier claims adjusters
Counsel to Behlings Motor Freight Corporation
Counsel to Eagle Motor Transportation Corporation
Owned and operated several short-line freight railroads
Owned and operated several oceanic cargo and seafood processing and refrigeration vessels
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