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This candidate has over 30 years of experience founding, managing, and growing companies in various industries. They demonstrate a proven track record of exceeding sales goals through innovative marketing campaigns and streamlining operations. Their experience includes roles such as general manager, regional director, vice president of manufacturing, and CEO of graphic design firms. They possess a wide range of skills including project management, marketing, sales, budgeting, and website design.

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Seasoned Executive / Entrepreneur •30+ years of experience founding, managing, and growing companies through innovative sales and marketing campaigns, and streamlining manufacturing operations. Versatile and flexible skill set in a range of supervisory roles across manufacturing, retail, technology, and consulting industries. Demonstrated track record of exceeding expected results and implementing process improvements that increase productivity and efficiency. •Motivated self-starter with proven track record of results in small, medium, and large businesses. Accelerated spin-up for quickly mastering technology in a broad variety of fields. •Demonstrated history of successful interaction with both fellow employees and customers. Work well as either an individual employee, or as part of a team.
Core Competencies •End-to-End Project Management •Marketing Strategy and Promotions •Sales and Account Management •Budgeting / Forecasting •Financial Reporting and Analysis •Purchasing and Inventory Management •HR Administration •Website & Graphic Design
Professional Experience General Manager 2013 - 2016 Brave New Restaurant; Little Rock, Arkansas 25+-year established fine dining restaurant, winner of Best Overall Restaurant, Best Chef, Best Seafood for many years running •Responsible for all aspects of restaurant management, including hiring, human resources, scheduling •Regular interaction with patrons, including arranging/booking/coordinating private functions from 15-80 people •Direct vendor relationships, from food suppliers to maintenance Regional Director 2011 - 2012 Gantt Booster Supplies; Charleston, South Carolina Sales company providing quality/unique items to boosters, clubs, and organizations •Work with fundraising organizations to identify and acquire new and existing product lines at the best prices available, including primary and secondary school booster clubs, athletic leagues, businesses and other organizations •Direct local account managers and develop sales leads •Manage budgeting, forecasting, account acquisition, and distribution strategies for direct- retail product sales
Professional Experience Co-Founder & Vice President, Manufacturing and Administration 2005 - 2011 Global Building Solutions, LLC; Charleston, South Carolina Manufacturing and construction company selling Structural Insulated Panels to residential and commercial developers, and experienced in turnkey building projects. •Establish overall objectives, policies, long-term strategic and financial goals, and operating plans for each business unit and functional group •Evaluate key financial metrics and sales performance against established targets to measure progress and identify areas for improvement •Cultivate client accounts resulting from all national and service representative-driven sales to expand relationship and increase sales (both individual and corporate clients) •Manage budgeting, forecasting, account acquisition, and distribution strategy for all domestic product sales •Serve as primary liaison to key service providers (attorneys / accountants) to assess business alignment to recommendations provided by advisory services •Direct operations of all international divisions to ensure successful development of foreign manufacturing facilities; lead business development and market research activities in Saudi Arabia, Liberia, Gabon, and Haiti
Professional Experience Co-Founder & Vice President, Manufacturing and Administration 2005 - 2011 Global Building Solutions, LLC; Charleston, South Carolina Manufacturing and construction company selling Structural Insulated Panels to residential and commercial developers, and experienced in turnkey building projects. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: •Expanded company focus from just exporting technology and training to Caribbean and West Africa, to selling homegrown products to domestic clients across Southern U.S. •Sold projects or products in over 9 countries worldwide •Managed development of $15M 4-star hotel in Liberia for RLJ Companies (a leading hotel investment company); completed on-time with 1-year deadline from start to finish •Acquired contract with RLJ Companies and Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines to build large manufacturing facility in Haiti •Coordinated construction of manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia with Rabya Companies
Professional Experience CEO / Creative Director 1994 - Present 9august.com & Jack of All Trades/Master of None; Little Rock, Arkansas Graphic design and publishing sole proprietorships specializing in website design and maintenance, logo/graphic design, desktop publishing, and marketing collateral development. •Successfully designed over 100 unique websites, logos, graphic artwork, and brochure for individuals, organizations, and corporate entities •Retained as creative advisor for majority of clients to maintain / update print and online marketing collateral based on new brand and product objectives •Editor of several quarterly newsletters and journals for varied organizations •Actively source new client accounts through targeted marketing strategy and business development activities
Professional Experience REALTOR® 2003-2004 RE/MAX-Selling Little Rock; Little Rock, Arkansas Real estate team specializing in helping homeowners buy and sell single family residences and land. •Certified Residential Specialist [CRS] •Certified Buyer Representative [CBR]
Professional Experience Director of Sales and Marketing 2000 - 2002 Beverage Systems of America, LLC; North Little Rock, Arkansas Manufacturing and distribution company selling beverage equipment refurbishing products to major corporations. •Established company-wide sales targets, marketing objectives, expansion goals, and operational policies •Managed end-to-end development, production, and administration of all marketing materials including brochures, promotional pieces, in-house forms, and advertisements •Established design and branding strategy for corporate website, and significantly expanded company’s online presence by developing direct-to-consumer sales model •Identified strategic trade events and effective advertising forums based on industry and customer analysis •Implemented best practice direct and online marketing campaigns to increase sales to restaurants, offices, food service distributors, etc. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: •Acquired contracts with Lipton, Sara Lee, and Superior Coffee through persistent business development efforts and creative sales strategy
Professional Experience Vice President, Operations and Business Development 1984 - 1999 Cheyenne Home Furnishings; Little Rock, Arkansas Leading supplier of lighting fixtures, accent furniture, and home décor products. •Selected to establish and manage brand new West Coast office; recruited and supervised personnel, set-up HR and financial systems and processes, managed purchasing and inventory, and established standard governance procedures •Entrusted to manage marquee Wal-Mart account; built strong relationships with buyers to sell complex lighting systems and increase sales through value-added services •Conducted detailed forecast planning (re: sales and inventory) with high-profile retailers including Wal-Mart, Sam's Clubs, Kmart, Lowe's, Shopko, Home Depot, Costco/Price Club, and Ames to improve financial accuracy •Improved supplier relationships in Taiwan, Hong Kong and Mainland China through introduction to new buyers and strong knowledge of product lines •Facilitated registration of all copyright items with US Copyright Office to ensure product protection
Professional Experience Vice President, Operations and Business Development 1984 - 1999 Cheyenne Home Furnishings; Little Rock, Arkansas Leading supplier of lighting fixtures, accent furniture, and home décor products. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: •Helped company grow from $2M to $100M+ in annual sales during tenure with company •Ensured new West Coast office was established and operational ahead of expected schedule •Sales efforts helped company achieve numerous “Vendor of the Year,” “Vendor of the Quarter” awards with Wal-Mart •Restructured and transformed in-house Marketing Department from a service function to a strategic asset •Accelerated promotion cycle: Assistant Purchasing Agent to Production Manager to Director of Purchasing
Education North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina 1976-1980 •Bachelor of Arts in History North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina 1980-1982 •2 years postgraduate work in Ancient Near Eastern History •Graphics Editor, The Technician •Illustrator, The Agromeck
Technical Skills •Expert in MS Office Applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, +) •Expert in QuickBooks (Manufacturing & Inventory) •Extensive website design and graphics experience using: • Numerous HTML programs (Namo WebEditor, Dreamweaver, +) • CorelDraw suite of programs (Draw, PhotoPaint, +) • Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, PhotoShop, LiveCycle, InDesigner, ImageReady, Muse, GoLive, Bridge, Acrobat Pro, +) • Wacom Tablets
Contact David Robert Wooten 1818 N Taylor St, Suite B, PMB 312 Little Rock, AR 72207 davidwooten@davidwooten.com Tel: 501-200-0007 Websites •goo.gl/Sk1qt7 Facebook •goo.gl/bRV2Jh LinkedIn •goo.gl/cDdXw7 Instagram •goo.gl/Sohd24 deviantArt

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  • 2. Seasoned Executive / Entrepreneur •30+ years of experience founding, managing, and growing companies through innovative sales and marketing campaigns, and streamlining manufacturing operations. Versatile and flexible skill set in a range of supervisory roles across manufacturing, retail, technology, and consulting industries. Demonstrated track record of exceeding expected results and implementing process improvements that increase productivity and efficiency. •Motivated self-starter with proven track record of results in small, medium, and large businesses. Accelerated spin-up for quickly mastering technology in a broad variety of fields. •Demonstrated history of successful interaction with both fellow employees and customers. Work well as either an individual employee, or as part of a team.
  • 3. Core Competencies •End-to-End Project Management •Marketing Strategy and Promotions •Sales and Account Management •Budgeting / Forecasting •Financial Reporting and Analysis •Purchasing and Inventory Management •HR Administration •Website & Graphic Design
  • 4. Professional Experience General Manager 2013 - 2016 Brave New Restaurant; Little Rock, Arkansas 25+-year established fine dining restaurant, winner of Best Overall Restaurant, Best Chef, Best Seafood for many years running •Responsible for all aspects of restaurant management, including hiring, human resources, scheduling •Regular interaction with patrons, including arranging/booking/coordinating private functions from 15-80 people •Direct vendor relationships, from food suppliers to maintenance Regional Director 2011 - 2012 Gantt Booster Supplies; Charleston, South Carolina Sales company providing quality/unique items to boosters, clubs, and organizations •Work with fundraising organizations to identify and acquire new and existing product lines at the best prices available, including primary and secondary school booster clubs, athletic leagues, businesses and other organizations •Direct local account managers and develop sales leads •Manage budgeting, forecasting, account acquisition, and distribution strategies for direct- retail product sales
  • 5. Professional Experience Co-Founder & Vice President, Manufacturing and Administration 2005 - 2011 Global Building Solutions, LLC; Charleston, South Carolina Manufacturing and construction company selling Structural Insulated Panels to residential and commercial developers, and experienced in turnkey building projects. •Establish overall objectives, policies, long-term strategic and financial goals, and operating plans for each business unit and functional group •Evaluate key financial metrics and sales performance against established targets to measure progress and identify areas for improvement •Cultivate client accounts resulting from all national and service representative-driven sales to expand relationship and increase sales (both individual and corporate clients) •Manage budgeting, forecasting, account acquisition, and distribution strategy for all domestic product sales •Serve as primary liaison to key service providers (attorneys / accountants) to assess business alignment to recommendations provided by advisory services •Direct operations of all international divisions to ensure successful development of foreign manufacturing facilities; lead business development and market research activities in Saudi Arabia, Liberia, Gabon, and Haiti
  • 6. Professional Experience Co-Founder & Vice President, Manufacturing and Administration 2005 - 2011 Global Building Solutions, LLC; Charleston, South Carolina Manufacturing and construction company selling Structural Insulated Panels to residential and commercial developers, and experienced in turnkey building projects. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: •Expanded company focus from just exporting technology and training to Caribbean and West Africa, to selling homegrown products to domestic clients across Southern U.S. •Sold projects or products in over 9 countries worldwide •Managed development of $15M 4-star hotel in Liberia for RLJ Companies (a leading hotel investment company); completed on-time with 1-year deadline from start to finish •Acquired contract with RLJ Companies and Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines to build large manufacturing facility in Haiti •Coordinated construction of manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia with Rabya Companies
  • 7. Professional Experience CEO / Creative Director 1994 - Present 9august.com & Jack of All Trades/Master of None; Little Rock, Arkansas Graphic design and publishing sole proprietorships specializing in website design and maintenance, logo/graphic design, desktop publishing, and marketing collateral development. •Successfully designed over 100 unique websites, logos, graphic artwork, and brochure for individuals, organizations, and corporate entities •Retained as creative advisor for majority of clients to maintain / update print and online marketing collateral based on new brand and product objectives •Editor of several quarterly newsletters and journals for varied organizations •Actively source new client accounts through targeted marketing strategy and business development activities
  • 8. Professional Experience REALTOR® 2003-2004 RE/MAX-Selling Little Rock; Little Rock, Arkansas Real estate team specializing in helping homeowners buy and sell single family residences and land. •Certified Residential Specialist [CRS] •Certified Buyer Representative [CBR]
  • 9. Professional Experience Director of Sales and Marketing 2000 - 2002 Beverage Systems of America, LLC; North Little Rock, Arkansas Manufacturing and distribution company selling beverage equipment refurbishing products to major corporations. •Established company-wide sales targets, marketing objectives, expansion goals, and operational policies •Managed end-to-end development, production, and administration of all marketing materials including brochures, promotional pieces, in-house forms, and advertisements •Established design and branding strategy for corporate website, and significantly expanded company’s online presence by developing direct-to-consumer sales model •Identified strategic trade events and effective advertising forums based on industry and customer analysis •Implemented best practice direct and online marketing campaigns to increase sales to restaurants, offices, food service distributors, etc. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: •Acquired contracts with Lipton, Sara Lee, and Superior Coffee through persistent business development efforts and creative sales strategy
  • 10. Professional Experience Vice President, Operations and Business Development 1984 - 1999 Cheyenne Home Furnishings; Little Rock, Arkansas Leading supplier of lighting fixtures, accent furniture, and home décor products. •Selected to establish and manage brand new West Coast office; recruited and supervised personnel, set-up HR and financial systems and processes, managed purchasing and inventory, and established standard governance procedures •Entrusted to manage marquee Wal-Mart account; built strong relationships with buyers to sell complex lighting systems and increase sales through value-added services •Conducted detailed forecast planning (re: sales and inventory) with high-profile retailers including Wal-Mart, Sam's Clubs, Kmart, Lowe's, Shopko, Home Depot, Costco/Price Club, and Ames to improve financial accuracy •Improved supplier relationships in Taiwan, Hong Kong and Mainland China through introduction to new buyers and strong knowledge of product lines •Facilitated registration of all copyright items with US Copyright Office to ensure product protection
  • 11. Professional Experience Vice President, Operations and Business Development 1984 - 1999 Cheyenne Home Furnishings; Little Rock, Arkansas Leading supplier of lighting fixtures, accent furniture, and home décor products. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: •Helped company grow from $2M to $100M+ in annual sales during tenure with company •Ensured new West Coast office was established and operational ahead of expected schedule •Sales efforts helped company achieve numerous “Vendor of the Year,” “Vendor of the Quarter” awards with Wal-Mart •Restructured and transformed in-house Marketing Department from a service function to a strategic asset •Accelerated promotion cycle: Assistant Purchasing Agent to Production Manager to Director of Purchasing
  • 12. Education North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina 1976-1980 •Bachelor of Arts in History North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina 1980-1982 •2 years postgraduate work in Ancient Near Eastern History •Graphics Editor, The Technician •Illustrator, The Agromeck
  • 13. Technical Skills •Expert in MS Office Applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, +) •Expert in QuickBooks (Manufacturing & Inventory) •Extensive website design and graphics experience using: • Numerous HTML programs (Namo WebEditor, Dreamweaver, +) • CorelDraw suite of programs (Draw, PhotoPaint, +) • Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, PhotoShop, LiveCycle, InDesigner, ImageReady, Muse, GoLive, Bridge, Acrobat Pro, +) • Wacom Tablets
  • 14. Contact David Robert Wooten 1818 N Taylor St, Suite B, PMB 312 Little Rock, AR 72207 davidwooten@davidwooten.com Tel: 501-200-0007 Websites •goo.gl/Sk1qt7 Facebook •goo.gl/bRV2Jh LinkedIn •goo.gl/cDdXw7 Instagram •goo.gl/Sohd24 deviantArt