Education
College of Charleston ****-**** Bachelor of Arts in Communications
Experience
Director- Automaxx of the Carolinas July 2024- Present
Department head of check-in, recon, on-site and off-site vendors.
Implement process improvements that decreased vehicle processing from 26 days down to 10 days, accelerating readiness and resulting in improved workflow.
Manages high- efficiency departments to process 600 vehicles monthly, meeting aggressive throughput goals.
Directs a team of 50+ employees, including mechanics, foremen, delegating roles and responsibilities to ensure seamless coordination across all stages of vehicle processing.
Execute strict safety protocols to ensure all vehicles are lot-ready and compliant, reducing rework and increasing buyer confidence.
Chief Operation Officer- Southern Devil Bloody Mary Mix January 2017- Present
Launched and scaled a consumer beverage company to over $2.5M in revenue through innovative product positioning and aggressive market penetration.
Direct end-to-end operations including manufacturing, logistics, compliance, and strategic growth planning.
Establishes retail and wholesale distribution channels across multiple states, increasing brand visibility and sales volume.
Business Owner- Turnage LLC January 2013- January 2018
Built and managed a diversified company encompassing a franchise of a restaurant.
Directed business operations, financial planning, marketing and staff management, driving a 35% increase in revenue over 3 years.
Improved labor efficiency and food cost controls, boosting profit margins by 18% year-over-year.
Logistics Consultant- Utility Product Company April 2009- January 2013
Provided strategic logistics and supply chain consulting for a $25M+ energy equipment distributor.
Led initiatives that enhanced quality assurance systems, reducing error rates and increasing on-time delivery metrics.
Played a key role in securing and managing state-level contracts across four Southern states, expanding the company’s client base and long-term revenue streams.
Collaborated closely with executive leadership to align departmental performance with organizational goals and customer expectations.
Business Owner- Charleston Boat Center, Inc January 2005-April 2009
Founded and scaled marine dealership and service operation, building a loyal customer base and strong community partnerships.
Increased annual boat sales volume by over 40% year over year, expanding product lines and capitalizing on market demand.
Negotiated and secured exclusive dealership agreements with top marine brands, enhancing market competitiveness and profit margins.