Business Development Social Services
Resume:
George A. Ellis
******************@*****.***• +954-***-****
LinkedIn • Boca Raton, Florida 33433
Summary
Seasoned C-level executive with over 35 years of extensive experience in both nonprofit and for-profit sectors. Demonstrates a proven ability to build and grow organizations from the ground up, with a focus on creating sustainable and highly functional business models. Expertise in global operations, international partnerships, and strategic business development. Recognized for leadership in social services, rehabilitation, stress management, agriculture, and high technology industries. Adept at managing large teams and securing substantial funding for diverse humanitarian projects worldwide.
Date: 2024
Dear Search Team:
I have been the Director of Fleet Management and COO supervising 150 OTR drivers servicing the 48 states, dispatch teams, maintenance supervision, and safety/compliance. I doubled revenue from $500K to a million dollars a month in 90 days.
My business mentors were the founders of W.L. Gore & Associates where I was a shareholder https://www.gore.com/about/the-gore-story . The aforesaid URL on culture is my business philosophy.
Throughout my career, I have also successfully led the development and implementation of over 35 educational and human service programs within the California Department of Corrections. My efforts have included introducing innovative stress management programs as alternatives to traditional correctional methods in institutions such as Folsom and San Quentin prisons. These initiatives have significantly contributed to reducing recidivism rates and fostering a more rehabilitative environment for inmates.
In addition to my extensive experience in the nonprofit sector, I have held key executive positions in the private sector, where I successfully doubled company revenue and expanded operational capabilities within tight timelines.
My ability to lead cross-functional teams, implement innovative management systems, and drive operational efficiency has consistently yielded positive results. My network is global, which is fundamental to fund raising and resourcing essential human intellectual capital.
I look forward to the possibility of working together to achieve our shared goals.
Sincerely,
George A. Ellis
Areas of Expertise
Stress Management
Program Development
Strategic Partnership Development
Operational Efficiency
Fund Raising
Innovative Management Systems Integration
Substance Abuse
Social Services/Rehabilitation
Cross-functional Team Management
Career Experience
Private Sector Experience (35 years experience)
Directed strategic planning for a multi-profit center marketing enterprise, generating $20M annually in the berry division. Led capital expansion and market adaptation strategies to meet global demands.
President / CEO, Agro International, Inc. / Agro European Inc. / Geotropical, S.A., USA, Italy, Guatemala
Launched and managed three distinct business entities specializing in the cultivation and global distribution of fruits and vegetables. Established a global supply chain and developed strategic alliances with major retailers and food service providers. Baldor was one of my long term customers exclusive in New York. Worked with the founder Kevin Murphy.
OTR Owner Operator, 2014 to the present: included TransAm trucking, Hirschbach, Meadowlark, KLL:M, Southern Refridgerated Transport etc. (10 years experience all 48 states). Braswell Consulting & Management Group
W.L. Gore & Associates : W.L. Goes & Associates (https://www.gore.com/about/the-gore-story) Shareholder 15 years.
Ellis Day Care, family business, Levittown Pa.
President, Blue River Specialties and Publications, Florida Corporation.
Oversaw various projects including transportation, logistics, business development, and marketing across multiple sectors. Southeastern Blueberry packing facility: increased revenue from $700,00 to $5,000,000 in 5 years; obtained a million dollar grant to upgrade the facility to secure retail relationships by increasing quality of perishables.
Board of Directors, New Harvest Specialties, Florida, USA
Chief Operating Officer / Director of Fleet Management, RBL Transportation, USA
Successfully doubled company revenue and expanded the OTR fleet from 35 to 100 units within 90 days. Managed 250 trucks (Trailers, reefer, dry & flatbed/straight trucks) during my tenure. Company closed because of ownership.
Academic and Teaching Experience
College Instructor, California State University, Sacramento, CA; American River College, Sacramento, CA; Sacramento City College, CA; Sierra Junior College, Rocklin, CA
Developed and taught interdisciplinary courses in Art History, Business, and Philosophy. Implemented educational programs for inmates, including AA programs at California’s Folsom and San Quentin prisons. Initiated the development of educational institutions in Guatemala and other South American regions.
Fund Raising: Raised $2,000,000 for human development programs in Vermont from private donations for quality of life study; raised $3,000,000 for economic development agricultural projects in Guatemala and Central America.
Education
Doctoral Studies in Management in Organizational Leadership (In Progress, 4.0 GPA)
University of Phoenix, Arizona (Online)
Master of Business Administration
University of Phoenix, Arizona
Master of Arts in Art History
California State University, Sacramento, CA
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
Sacramento State College, Sacramento, CA
Associate of Science in Biology
Mercer County Community College, Trenton, NJ
Professional Certification in Public Administration and Criminology
(Ph.D. Studies/Professional Degree)
Real Estate Certification #ZH1002826
Flagler School of Real Estate
Publications
A Symphony of Silence: An Enlightened Vision (Available in German & Hindi)
Sinfonía del Silencio: Una Visión Ilumininada/Inside Folsom Prison: TM & TM Sidhi Program (1st Ed)
https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001KIYOF8/about
Social Rehabilitation:
Institute for Social Rehabilitation• California, USA 25 years - present
National Program Director
Direct the development and implementation of 35 educational and human service programs globally including the California Department of Corrections. Lead fundraising, grant writing, and public relations initiatives with government agencies, media, and private sectors worldwide.
Developed and introduced innovative stress management programs as alternatives to traditional correctional methods in multiple California prisons, including Folsom and San Quentin.
Produced and hosted educational programs on Creative Intelligence for PBS and an international promotional video on Leadership and Unified Field-Based Rehabilitation.
Special Training in Tiene France: Special Techniques for Substance Abuse, PTSD, Depression,
Introduced vocational training to the Mayan Indian villages of Guatemala and Central America to cultivate economic development for the nation.
S.W. Gore and Associates (Nonprofit Philanthropic Organization)• Vermont, USA & Central America 10 years
Program Director https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zFJr6mnLpA
Developed and secured funding for economic development projects in Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras, focusing on agricultural training, educational facilities, and private enterprise development. Produced and hosted a national educational documentary featuring prominent figures from various sectors.
Pioneered research programs in Vermont’s Department of Corrections, significantly reducing recidivism and institutional violence.
Service League of San Mateo County • San Mateo County, CA, USA 3 yeas
Director of Correctional Services
Provided services to incarcerated individuals and their families, and acted as a victim advocate in San Mateo County. Oversaw program development and case management for correctional services.
Developed and implemented a rehabilitation program that significantly reduced recidivism rates among inmates. Human development strategies implemented to ensure the program’s success?
Additional Experience
Miscellaneous Nonprofit Employment, Various Locations, 10 years
San Francisco, USA Managed administration at Cannon Kip Community Center, providing para-transit services for the elderly and handicapped.
Worked as a counselor and caseworker at several youth and children’s homes, providing care and support for developmentally disabled children and emotionally disturbed individuals. Impleneted human development and stress management technologies in the CYA community Centered Drug program.
George A. Ellis
******************@*****.***• +954-***-****
LinkedIn • Boca Raton, Florida 33433
Pune, Maharashtra• 098********
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Art Anderson
Former Deputy Attorney General/Director of the
Criminal Justice Division, State of Arkansas
http://artandersonspeaks.com/
Telephone: 515/229-5377
David Orme-Johnson, Ph.D.
National Research Director/Psychology
Seagrove, Beach, Florida
http://www.truthabouttm.org/
*******@*********.***
Tel: 850/830-5847
Bob Roth/PresidentCEO
The David Lynch Foundation
https://www.davidlynchfoundation.org/staff.html
212/644-988
Richard Rand
Former Chief of Police North Miami
**************@*****.***
CV Summary:
I have over 35 years of C-level experience spanning both nonprofit and for-profit sectors, I have honed a unique blend of skills in strategic leadership, program development, and operational excellence
I have raised $5,000,000 for nonprofit programs in both the USA and Central America. Also, the President of the David Lynch Foundation was my former employee and we have an excellent relationship. I am including a Link to their organization. https://www.davidlynchfoundation.org/
Moreover, I have with my associates invested several million dollars in business development projects in various nations integrating the business private sector with government leadership and the community. My diversified professional and personal life I feel brings substantive added value to any enterprise either for profit, nonprofit or educational. I have learned by my failures as much as my success.
I am also including two documentaries on work I conducted in social rehabilitation:
The first film was black and white put together by a film student many years ago.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZlYVEvRI7g
The next video was a professional documentary made for correctional professionals
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zFJr6mnLpA
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