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TOMMY DANN431 Log Cabin Rd., Ennis,Texas 75119 972-875-7378
[email protected]
Seasoned Business Operations Leader with expertise in guiding
fundamental growthin consumer focused industries. Track record of
driving process improvements in operational standards, resulting in
increased revenue and efficiency. Innovative, ambitious and
disciplined with a talent for driving employee development goals to
create high performance teams for maximized results. Thrive in a
fast-paced, high volume atmosphere with a talent to consistently
adapt to the needs ofthe business and attain employee allegiance at
all management levels. Seekinga Senior Level Operations Management
position with a progressive organization where my visionary
leadership style will be valued. Core competencies include:
Cost Control/Budget Management/P&LHuman Resources
ManagementBusiness Analysis & Process ImprovementStrategic
Planning and LeadershipOrganizational Design and
DevelopmentProductivity and Efficiency ImprovementProject
Planning/ExecutionMulti-Site Operations/Remote ManagementChange
Management/Continuous ImprovementNegotiation, Persuasion, and
Communication
Planning and Deployment of Operational AssetsManage & Drive
Revenue Performance
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
High-performing operations-management style with expertise in
building/optimizing organizational processes, measurement systems,
and professional teams to maximize business results; drive
operational excellence for an organization with over $115MM in
annual revenue.Skilled strategist who transforms ideas into
workable solutions and benchmarksperformance against key
operational targets/goals.Critical participant in due diligence
processes during acquisition of multiple
entities.Drive aggressive marketing strategies to align
perception and create distinction among competitors.Strategic
leader with the ability to ensure growth and success by gaining
cooperation and trust of staff; overcome challenging economic
factors to meet the needs of the organization.Produce exceptional
results with tenacity, self-confidence, and an ethical character
that elicits respect.Accountable in a high-profile executive role,
ability to overcome complex challenges and make high-stakes
decisions within fast-paced, high-pressure environment using
experience-backed judgment.Respected as a motivational manager,
with an open-door management style and proponent of empowerment and
accountability.
Ability to engage, excite, mentor and motivate others with a
reputation as a fair, gracious and trusted leader.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Reddy Ice Company1985 to 2010
Area Vice President/Operations 2001 to 2010
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Provided strategic leadership and oversight for a key territory
of the largestmanufacturer and producer of packaged ice products in
North America.Maintained complete accountability for 17 production
plants and 11 distributioncenters throughout Texas, New Mexico,
Arizona, California, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado, generating over
$115MM in annual revenue and employing over 400.Ensured effective,
cost conscious operations, and guided all internal
functionsincluding accounting, manufacturing, production,
logistics, and sales initiatives.Highly accountable with P&L
responsibility; continuously analyzed and identified effective cost
containment and lean production strategies to maximize revenueand
profitability results.Managed personnel issues, provided ongoing
oversight for training and mentoring, made final decisions on the
hiring of management staff.Implemented strict guidelines for
performance management goals, monitored and measured performance
and productivity results, identified gaps and ensured that the
operations were running smoothly and at maximum capabilities at all
times.Tracked and monitored territory expenses and maintained
compliance with operations budgets at all times.Set clear
expectations for operations performance, implemented key metrics
anddeveloped a culture of excellence among management
leaders.Consistently posted the highest annual EBITDA percentage of
4 regional territories; grew sales from $90MM to over $115MM.
Zone Manager
1995 to 2000Provided general management and guidance for the
Phoenix, Arizona production facility as well as 7 additional plants
located throughout the Western US generating over $50MM in annual
revenue.Integral leader in expanding the growth and penetration of
the business; influenced increase in production from 480 to 1000
tons daily in the Phoenix operation.Consistently achieved the
highest annual EBITDA percentage of all Zone Managers, and received
multiple Zone Manager of the Year awards.Plant Manager, Phoenix, AZ
1989 to 1995Grew annual sales volume from $6MM to $12MM, increased
plant capacity from 320tons per day to 480 tons per day, and
maintained the highest annual EBITDA perce
ntage of any location; received multiple Plant Manager of the
Year Awards.
Assistant Plant Manager, Austin, TX 1985 to 1989Sold personal
business to Reddy in 1985, and remained with the organization
tolead business operations for the Austin location, gained
consistent promotions through high level performance results.
EDUCATION
Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas - Bachelor of Science
Degree
