Don has 28 years of experience operating his own business, starting with one retail unit doing $4 million in annual sales and growing the enterprise to 13 units doing $125 million. It did not happen over night, and he went through many of the same challenges that most business owners experience.

Don will take this extensive management experience and work with you as a licensed business coach within the New Jersey Action International network. He enjoys the game of business, and working with people in their endeavor to improve their business, and enjoy life more.

Career Highlights

Evaluated business development and revenue opportunities pertaining to new acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives, developing a multi-unit, mixed retail chain encompassing supermarket, convenience, liquor, and toy stores.
• Conducted operational analyses to evaluate existing business unit performance and chart disparities with desired levels, identifying sources of under-performance and instituting strategies and programs reversing negative business trends.
• Developed plans/strategies to facilitate revenue enhancement and achievement of market objectives, including acquisition and/or development of new retail units.

• Performed due diligence to assess financial viability of prospective acquisitions.
• Developed, implemented, and/or utilized budgets, annual and long-range business plans.
• Selected sites for retail development.
• Negotiated and administered provisions of leases and other contractual business relationships with landlords, suppliers, and business partners ...
• Secured sources of funding for business purchase, continuation, and/or expansion ...
• Directed financial record keeping and controllership function, cooperating with internal and external financial and accounting professionals.
• Identified opportunities for reduction in operating costs through outsourcing, introduction of advanced technology, and other cost management initiatives ...
• Conducted weekly meetings with management team to secure feedback, present information, and build consensus for various programs and initiatives ...
• Instituted and directed human resources, recruitment, training, and retention programs, administering all personnel functions associated with 1200 associates.

• ActionCOACH Head Office |
• Franchise Opportunity |
• Profit Club |
• Brad Sugars
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