Chicago, Illinois, United States
Dynamic, results-driven Director with sharp operational insight, exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and a proven track record across event management, public-private partnerships, and digital strategy. Known for creative problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and a hands-on leadership style rooted in hospitality, compliance, and customer experience. Strong decision-maker with the ability to synthesize technical, logistical, and financial data to deliver streamlined, scalable solutions. Brings vision, adaptability, and cultural awareness to every challenge, building long-term value and trust across stakeholders.
Orion understands what it takes to have a 48,000 feet view of a project. We provide effective strategy, planning & transparency service. Our award winning team will quote quickly, protect your product & data, provide clear information and support your mission from start to finish!
Virginia Transport provides logistic Warfighter Support for the Department of Defense. VT is responsible for the integration of logistics support functions such as strategic project planning, all facets of equipment relocation, risk mitigation and total oversight in coordination of the client’s mission. The high standard required by our defense and federal contracts—translates into exemplary customer service and mission support for our private contractors.
Acquired in 2018 Established project control procedures such as project forecasts and cash flow projections. Established and maintained 25 vendor partnerships. Conducted operational analysis and incorporated findings by communicating with Chief Executive Officer. Analyzed industry trends and compiled market research data to inform planning and strategy. Increased volume of business by 10% by following up on leads, cold calling and networking. Managed business finances, including paying vendors and suppliers for products services rendered. Prospected to obtain new accounts while maintaining relationships with existing accounts. Led monthly meetings with directors to analyze spending and provide financial recommendations.
Budget active and proposed projects by accurately determining pricing, margins and risk factors. Led weekly meetings with owners to analyze spending and provide financial recommendations. Monitored and analyzed financial, statistical and operational data trends. Reduced overtime by 5% by providing incentives to staff.
Tracked financial progress by creating quarterly and yearly balance sheets. Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes. Responsible for coordination of up to 30 servers in a restaurant with the capacity of 345. Drove labor costs down by 33% by effectively improving scheduling procedures and reducing overtime. Quickly recorded transactions in MICROS system to deliver prompt service. Created new revenue streams by cultivating successful partnerships with Tally Drinks, Tipzyy and Gratafy, worth more than $ 25,000 revenue in 5 months.