yyyyyy x. yyyyyy                                                    0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

(xxx-xxx-xxxx

                                                                                                                                               abc@xyz.com

objective

results-driven leader eager to contribute strong management, business development, customer relation, and team building skills toward actively supporting the employer in optimizing operational performance.

 

career profile

ø  b.s., business administration.

ø  over ten years of successful experience in business operations and team leadership.

ø  successful entrepreneur who has started up and managed multiple ventures.

ø  knowledgeable in overseeing p&l performance.

ø  business developer and sales professional.

ø  record of progression to assignments of increasing authority and responsibility.

ø  knowledgeable in administrative procedures and policy/procedures.

ø  skilled in unit management.

ø  excellent capacity in prioritization, problem solving and effectiveness in fast-paced environments.

ø  well-organized multi-tasker with exceptional interpersonal skills.

ø  notable ability in personnel training and employee retention.

ø  adept in project management, client relations and tracking systems.

ø  proficient in advanced business software applications.

professional experience

name of business, location                                                                                                      2006 - present

owner/operator

       planned and implemented start-up of this catfish farming venture.

       strategically plan, allocate and administer $350k budget to control costs and optimize bottom-line profits.

       hold complete authority over p&l.

       direct daily operations including sales, contract negotiations, a/r, a/p, payroll, inventory and customer service.

       recruit, train and mentor staff of up to 12 employees.

       achieve business objectives on a consistent basis.

 

name of restaurant, branson, mo                                                                                                 2003 - 2005

owner/operator

       orchestrated operations for this $300,000 annual revenue business.

       oversaw menu/food preparation and daily activities.

       built and sustained strong client base.

 

name of catering business, branson, mo                                                                                      2003 - 2005

owner/operator

       concurrent assignment with above.

       directed this $100,000 venture in a highly competitive business environment.

       negotiated, arranged and executed complex catering events for clientele.

 

name of business, location                                                                                                          1998 - 2003

manager

       assumed responsibility for directing family restaurant and custom harvesting business.

 

education

delta state university, bachelor of business administration, 2003

mississippi delta community college, associate of science, business management, 1995

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy                                                    0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

(xxx-xxx-xxxx

                                                                                                                                               abc@xyz.com

 

 

cover letter text

 

date

 

 

 

hiring agent name

title

company name

address

city, state   zip code

 

dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging business management assignment and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include a b.s., business administration, an a.s., business management, and over ten years of successful entrepreneurial background in several business ventures.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in business start-ups, sales, marketing, operations, p&l, staff supervision and customer service, as well as strong analytical and managerial capabilities.  as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. 

 

i am confident that i could be a valuable asset, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

 

 

 

 

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