Seasoned business leader well-versed in program management, budget administration and public relations. Talented organizer and project coordinator with a forward-thinking and flexible approach.
History of accomplishing challenging objectives under tight deadlines. Experienced with city policies and legal procedures. Decisive leader and conflict manager with a team-oriented style. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Skills
City affairs understanding
Business operations management
Team Leadership
Staff Management
Customer Service
Regulatory compliance
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Financial Management
Budgeting
Legislation drafting
Public Relations
Decision-Making
Education
Florida Auctioneer AcademyClermont, FLExpected in 10/2015Licensed Auctioneer:AuctioneeringGPA:Status
Florida Real Estate InstituteOrange Park, FLExpected in 05/2015Real Estate Broker:Real EstateGPA:Status
Florida Aviation Career Training Saint Augustine, FL, Expected in 07/2003Commercial Flight Training :Flight TrainingGPA:Status
Saint Petersburg CollegeSaint Petersburg, Fl, Expected in 05/1999Associate of Science:Funeral ScienceGPA:Status
University of FloridaGainesville, FLExpected in Wastewater Operator Program:Wastewater Plant OperationsGPA:Status
Certifications
First aid and CPR certified
Numerous certification from FEMA on first responder management and procedures
Certified grief counselor
Work History
Town Of WelakaMayor
City, STATE, 03/2021Current
Attended public forums, events, and informal meetings.
Directed operations, planning, and administration of city departments.
Signed contracts, ordinances, and other official documentation to execute orders of office.
Applying for and administering grants.
Utility Director overseeing all day-to-day operations and planing of Utility Department.
Police Commissioner overseeing police department with Chief of Police
Town Manager overseeing all government operations, including, codes enforcement, building and zoning, and land use planning.
Estate Services Of FloridaAuctioneer/Broker
City, STATE, 11/2018Current
Maintained optimal financial controls by following loss prevention procedures and protecting cash assets
Preserved revenue streams by utilizing strong communication and negotiation skills, offering refunds as last resort to maintain customer satisfaction
Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information
Negotiated real estate contracts to successfully navigate potential purchases between buyers and sellers
Watts Funeral Home And Cremation CenterLicensed Funeral Director
City, STATE, 01/1998Current
Arranged funeral/memorial services for grieving families to meet budget and memorialized instructions.
Liaised between hospitals, physicians, county coroner and members of clergy to coordinate final arrangements.
Arranged transportation between sites for remains, mourners, pallbearers and members of clergy.
Performed embalming procedures and updated case study reports.
Discussed pre-arranged funeral options and explained pricing to clients.
Displayed highest level of professionalism and sensitivity when dealing with grieving family members.
Town Of WelakaCity Council Member
City, STATE, 03/200903/2021
Used public gatherings, community events and direct relations to keep constituents happy and informed.
Determined campaign strategies for media advertising, positions on issues and public appearances.
Developed and strengthened political partnerships to further agendas.
Drafted legislation and amendments, wrote government policies and established budgets.
Alerted constituents of government actions and programs by way of newsletters, personal appearances at town meetings and individual meetings.
Presented more than 100 legislative addresses, group talks and public events
Accomplishments
Completed flight training at Saint Augustine Aviation and obtained a commercial pilot's license
First Responder at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, Fl
Successfully climbed to the Summit of Mt. Rainier which is 14,410 feet in Washington State on September 27, 2018
Obtained an advanced open water SCUBA diving certification and have completed over 125 successful dives
Elected to the Welaka City council 5 times and Mayor 2 tomes.
Been featured on First Coast News, the Saint Augustine Record and Old City Magazine several times for my community involvement
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