Russell R.

Pearson

4811 Church Avenue

Bowling Green, Florida 33834
rp10396da@westpost.net
Mobile: 863-781-3474
Work: 863-448-7315

CAREER OBJECTIVES
A position utilizing comprehensive experience in Sales/Marketing and New Busines
s Development that offers the potential for career advancement.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Pre-Paid Legal Service, Inc
Independent Associate
Operations Manager/Consultant/Sales and Marketing Manager
12/2010 - Present
Responsible for coordination of all operations for the planning, direction, and
administration of daily management operations, including production scheduling,
shipping/receiving, procurements, quality assurance, inventory control, sales/ma
rketing, and customer/supplier relations.
Manager/Maria Pearson
mariarpearson@prepaidlegal.com
863-781-3474
International Private Investigators Union
Trainee
Training Private Investigator
09/2010 - Present
Coordinate services such as video surveillance services for workers compensation
, pre-employment screenings, background investigations, cargo theft investigatio
n services, embezzlement investigations and other services offered by law firm.
Orlando Examiner
Journalist
Watchdog Reporter/Public Relations/Media Specialist/Editor-in-Chief
06/2010 - Present
The core objective is community-focused journalism, covering general assignment
stories, watchdog reporting and holding our public officials accountable through
following money trails and working on projects dealing with budgets. Accessing
public records to use in story projects producing effective multimedia storytell
ing and presentation and as a result, making a difference in people's lives and
make our communities better places to live.
Manager/Robert Brown
rbrown@examiner.com
Mosaic Company, Inc
Clay Consolidation Analyst
Managing Director/Operations Specialist/Quality Coordinator/Lab Specialist
07/2007 - 08/2010
Responsible for developing, presenting, and maintaining aggressive solutions wit
h product line cost, maintenance and operations, analyzing control cost and redu
cing waste in the Phosphate Mining Industry.
Network closely with distributors and product lines; constantly analyze risks as
sociated with contractors, purchase agreements, vendors, suppliers, and proceedi
ngs.
Directly involved in staff training and development in company procedures and pr
oduct lines
Constantly analyze and reduce risks associated with contracts, purchase orders,
litigation proceedings, and employee personnel matters.
Coordinated goals, process, and procedures through correlation meetings with dep
artment heads to ascertain their goals. Compiled data through generated reports,
evaluate graphics and design outlets to develop strategies for standard researc
h methodologies, data analysis techniques, cutting cost and increase productivit
y.
Manager/Gary Fowler
863-428-3399
Alan Jay Toyota
Sales Representative
01/2006 - 07/2007
Responsible for demonstrating the safety and quality features in vehicles with c
omprehensive knowledge of product line with marketing abilities in sales and int
erpersonal skills in customer relations increasing productivity to purchases of
high end and top quality product line. Demonstrated through product knowledge,
statistical research, negotiations, and customer satisfaction
Manager/Joel Timmins
joel.timmons@alanjay.com
K.C.'s Tile Service, Inc
Superior Floor Gallery, Inc
Business Owner
Director, CEO/CVO, CFO, COO, Consultant, Artists
04/2001 - 06/2006
Created, managed, trained, and directed twelve incorporated partners and all bus
iness operations.
Negotiated company's business contracts all financial matters, including budgeti
ng, forecasting, treasury administration as well as financial reporting. Perform
ed market research and strategic planning and full oversight of operational audi
ts, data services, administrative and accounting.
Analyze call loads vs. total customer service satisfaction and overhead. Handle
extensive staff and management hiring, training, supervision and motivation in a
strong, creative team environment. Constantly recognize opportunities in functi
onal areas to exceed customer expectations, benefit the total culture and improv
e financial results. Established and executed executive management consulting ne
w businesses including extensive business analysis, system development, project
execution, as well as new business development and training.
Responsible for the marketing and sale of flooring products as well as creative
planning and new business development in sales and marketing, the writing of bus
iness plans, coordinating incorporated partners, finding new partners such as Fl
orida Tile, and managing internal relations.
Negotiated rates with manufactures and clients; provided creative ideas for mark
eting and advertisement. Providing custom designed mosaic art for both residenti
al and commercial clients. Specializing in dynamic concepts coupled with an eye
for detail, precision mathematics, meticulous planning and installation design e
lements in home and business environments dedicated to perfection and customer s
atisfaction
Manager/Russell R. Pearson
rp10396da@westpost.net
863-448-7315/863-781-3474
EDUCATION
Everest University Online, Associate's Degree,
Major: Computer Programming
05/2009 - Present
Belford University Online, Master's Degree,
Major: Journalism
01/2006 - 07/2010 3.84 Out Of 4.0
Rochville University Online, Bachelor's Degree,
Major: Computer & Software Engineering
02/1996 - 07/2000 3.19 Out Of 4.0

KNOWLEDGE
Sales and Marketing
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
or services to include marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, s
ales techniques, and sales control systems
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
es which includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for servi
ces, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
ning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
er hardware and software, including applications and programming
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
her techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of good
s
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning,
resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production
methods, and coordination of people and resources
Economics and Accounting
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
kets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data
SKILLS
Computer Literate
Established familiarity with word processing, data analysis, and graphs
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively
Persuasion
Persuading others to change their minds or behavior
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at
inappropriate times
Time Management
Managing one's own time and the time of others
Social Perceptiveness
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
Negotiation
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences
Service Orientation
Actively engaged in looking for ways to help people
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
e solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
oblem-solving and decision-making
ABILITIES
Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
rstand
Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through
spoken words and sentences
Speech Clarity
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
Speech Recognition
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person
Written Comprehension
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
Written Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
stand
Deductive Reasoning
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that
make sense
Problem Sensitivity
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong, not involv
ed in solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem
Inductive Reasoning
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
s (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events)
WORK ACTIVITIES
Selling or Influencing Others
Persuasive in convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change
their minds or actions
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Create constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maint
aining them over time
Communicating with Persons outside Organization
Comprehensive communication skills with people outside the organization, represe
nting the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external
sources
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
ve problems
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Coordinated in providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinate
s by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person
Getting Information
Investigative mind in observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information
from all relevant sources
Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
ing down information or data into separate parts
Interacting With Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
m, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Innovative in keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to job
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
Trained in handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and
conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others
WORK STYLE
Initiative
Motivated willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges
Independence
Structured to guide oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on ones
elf to get things done
Persistence
Physical and mental disciplined in providing persist in the face of obstacles
Achievement/Effort
Establish and maintain personal challenge achievement goals and exert effort tow
ard mastering tasks.
Dependability
Proven reliable, responsible, and dependable, in fulfilling obligations
Attention to Detail
Detailed and thorough in completing work tasks
Integrity
Honest and ethical in dealings with fellow man
Stress Tolerance
Managed leadership ability in dealing calmly and effectively with highly stresse
d situations
Adaptability/Flexibility
Excel in environmental changes (positive/negative) and to considerable variety i
n the workplace
Self Control
Proven ability to maintain composure, disciplined in keeping emotions in check w
hile maintaining professional behavior even in very difficult situations
PUBLICATIONS
Hardee Examiner: Commissioners Sworn Statements during Investigation
http://www.examiner.com/political-buzz-in-orlando/hardee-examiner-commissioners-
sworn-statements-during-investigation?cid=parsely#parsely
Hardee Examiner: Brief Overview of Facts related to Insurance Fraud
http://www.examiner.com/political-buzz-in-orlando/hardee-examiner-brief-overview
-of-facts-related-to-insurance-fraud-review?cid=parsely#parsely
Hardee Examiner: City Commissioner Charged with Insurance Fraud
http://www.examiner.com/political-buzz-in-orlando/city-commissioner-charged-with
-insurance-fraud
Polk Examiner: The Great Experiment, beginnings of a New World
http://www.examiner.com/political-buzz-in-orlando/the-great-experiment-beginning
s-of-a-new-world-review
Polk Examiner:136 Public Officials, 1 "Public Servant" and 135 "Public Masters"
http://www.examiner.com/political-buzz-in-orlando/136-public-officials-1-public-
servant-and-135-public-masters-review
Polk Examiner: Hon. Commissioner Jamie Beckett, The Hero America Needs
http://www.examiner.com/political-buzz-in-orlando/america-review
Polk Examiner: Preparing Communities for the 21st Century
http://www.examiner.com/political-buzz-in-orlando/community-university

REFERENCES
Ricky & Renee' Wyatt
Friends
Police Officer & Dental Assistant
(54 months) 863-781-0864
Gabe Garza
Police Sergeant/Friend
Wauchula Police Department
(360 months) 863-781-0267
Delia Simpson
Friend/Relative
Hair Dresser/Friend/Relative
(72 months) 863-661-3672
Detrevelle Watson
Co-Worker/Friend
Mosaic Mines
(36 months) 863-816-7850
Thomas Harris
Police Captain/Friend
Wauchula Police Department
(360 months) 863-781=1157
William C. Beattie
Police Chief/Friend
Wauchula Police Department
(54 months) 863-773-3265