ALEXANDER KEITH, MBA, MPM, CPA

1000 Wide Open Street Phoenix, AZ 55555 (333) 555-1234 akeith@gmail.com

~ MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT ~
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Negotiated a $10 million partnership between Career School and Job Board Inc., implementing a career search assistance program for graduates, students, and alumni; secured $3 million in new business for logistical transport. Reduced cost of goods sold by 35% and eliminated loss prevention issues by implementing procedures to reduce waste; praised by corporate operations for quality management. Conceptualized and created a new business division that distributed to 100 locations within a large metropolitan area; completed financial feasibility studies that included discounted cash flow modeling, valuations, project planning, and ERP system integration. Found a solution to automate planning and scheduling of production processes; built the initial proof-of-concept, wrote business requirements, developed and tested interfaces, and completed the final implementation that reduced production line shutdowns in six weeks. Recognized for the highest level of integrity in making difficult business decisions, respecting the needs of stakeholders. Certified Professional Speaker with more than 1,000 hours in speaking engagements surrounding employee motivation, leadership, and management. Motivated to continuously grow and strengthen existing skills in project management; directed user management, approval policies, and seller on-boarding service projects of up to $3 million; recognized as a high-achiever with the ability to quickly adapt in learning new systems and processes.

RELEVANT SKILLS
PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION - NEGOTIATIONS PRODUCT DESIGN PROJECT MANAGEMENT STRATEGIC PLANNING FEASIBILITY STUDIES VALUATION FINANCE & ACCOUNTING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS RECRUITMENT & RETENTION

CAREER PATH
BUSINESS CONSULTANTS OF AMERICA, Phoenix, AZ 2000-Present A firm that partners with businesses facing challenges, providing an opportunity to restructure and regain profitability. EXECUTIVE MANAGING PARTNER 2005-Present Reorganize and restructure the operations, management, regulatory requirements, and customer service of struggling organizations in diverse industries. Secured five new customer accounts in two months worth $500,000 in new revenue; wrote proposals, presented solutions to best align team associates with new customers, and managed client onboarding. Created human resource policies, recruited new employees, crafted customer service standards, and developed financial reporting and operational systems. Interact and lead multiple business functions including sales, finance, design, marketing, advertising, human resources, payroll, and consulting; supervise 100+ employees spread among 40 locations and transform struggling operations into profitable entities.
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ALEXANDER KEITH, MBA, MPM, CPA

1000 Wide Open Street Phoenix, AZ 55555 (333) 555-1234 akeith@gmail.com

Improved employee retention rates to 94% by implementing an open-door environment, saving up to $25,000 per supervisor. Generated a conceptual framework for departmental reorganization benefits; reviewed conversion metrics, start budgets, staffing models, and marketing planning.

SENIOR EXECUTIVE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT 2000-2005 Orchestrated the launch of new user management services that engaged internal associates and clients to ensure the representation of customer needs, leading to a 35% reduction in client call center requests. Developed project contingency planning, risk assessments, and issue management methodologies that utilized a calculation for exposure and prioritization; deployed solutions to operations, including defect management.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Consultant, Investment Strategy Builders, Schaumburg, IL, 1995-1999 o Supported consulting firm that offered advice, assistance, training, and leadership to businesses with fewer than 50 employees; supervised one direct report. o Selected comparable organizations to evaluate and research competitors, gathered focused study groups to assess local needs, and utilized discounted cash flow analyses to assess financial feasibility. Additional Roles & Experience o Senior Auditor, Arthur Andersen LLP, Chicago, IL, 1993-1995 o Internal Auditor, Sears Foundation, Hoffman Estates, IL, 1990-1992

EDUCATION & TRAINING

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION & PROJECT MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CERTIFICATIONS 1999 Chicago, IL Chicago, IL

Leadership, financial and credit analyses, and strategic marketing training, Keller Graduate School Certified Public Accountant, registered in the state of Illinois

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
Microsoft Office Suite; Power Track; RFP Machine; Oracle; QuickBooks Pro; Tax Prep Review.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Member, National Association of Speakers Member, Toastmasters

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