Falilat Abari
Phone number: 202-***-****
Email address: *********@*****.***
Dedicated and results-driven CEO with a proven track record of driving organizational success through strategic planning, innovation, and effective leadership. Seeking a challenging executive role where I can leverage my expertise in business development, operations management, and team building to drive growth and achieve company objectives.
Chief Executive Officer
Spectrum (Acrylic Furniture Manufacturer)
Act as the figurative head of the organization when communicating with entities and the public.
Conducted operations and people management
Lead the development of the organization's long-and-short term strategies Executed overall operations and make major decisions affecting the organization.
Negotiate or approve agreements and contracts for the organization. Set strategic goals
Develop and uphold the companies culture and mission/vision Spearheaded the development and execution of a company-wide rebranding strategy, leading to increased brand recognition and customer loyalty. Create, improve, implement and enforce policies and procedures of the organization that will improve operational and financial effectiveness of the company.
Keeping a check on the company's finances based on financial obligations. Initiating and managing financial and accounting software used by the company. 08/2017 – 03/2024 JESSUP, US
Executive Vice President
Spectrum
Supported the president and the board of directors to design the company's overall mission, values and strategic goals.
Leading, guiding, directing, mentoring and evaluating the work of the staff members such as senior directors and managers, and ensuring a competent and motivated workforce.
Evaluated the success of the company in achieving its goals and formulating plans to correct any issues if the company is not achieving its goal. Spearheaded initiatives to drive organizational change and streamline operations, resulting in a 40% increase in productivity across all departments. Appointed to manage the budget of $6M annually.
Maintained awareness of the competitors, expansion, opportunities, customers, markets, and new industry developments and standards. Executed the managing of the company's finances, identifying ways to increase revenue and decrease costs, analyzing financial reports, and preparing operating budgets.
Established and maintained relationships with key clients. Handled all accounting aspects, P&L, A/R, A/P, invoicing & sales. Developed and comprehensoperational efficiency plan, resulting in a 30% reduction in overhead costs while improving overall productivity. 02/2006 – 07/2017 JESSUP
Visual merchandiser
Bobrow Palumbo
Conceptualized and executed visually appealing window displays that drove foot traffic and increased sales by 15%.
03/2002 – 12/2005 CARLE PLACE, UNITED STATES
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Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement cohesive merchandising strategies that aligned with brand guidelines. Managed inventory levels and product placement to optimize customer flow and enhance the overall shopping experience.
Conducted regular store walkthroughs to assess visual standards and identify opportunities for improvement, resulting in a 10% increase in customer satisfaction ratings.
Strategic leadership
Professional
Financial acumen
Professional
Decision-making prowess
Professional
Relationship-building
expertise
Professional
C-Level
Professional
Industrial Sector
Professional
Leadership skills
Professional
Strategic planning
Professional
Financial management
Professional
Business development
Professional
Due Diligence
Professional
Outstanding Problem-
solving
Professional
Priortizaton and
delegation
Professional
Communicate effectively
at all levels
Professional
Microsoft Office,QB,P&L
Professional
# Leadership # Strategic planning # Decision making
# Communication skills # Team building # Financial management Executive Calvin Ball Community Workforce Apprecition Award For employing our Howard County residence
05/2022
Diploma
Owings Mills High
OWINGS MILLS
Business Management
University Of Phoenix
02/2003 – 12/2003 PHOENIX, UNITED STATES
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