Billy Barker, MBA

Experience

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  United States Marine Corps

  Aug 1991 - Aug 1995

  Non-Commissioned Officer

  I served with the Third Battalion 11th Marines in Somalia. I coordinated the movement of 50 marines and $15 million in artillery equipment to Somalia. I managed the health, welfare, training and operational readiness of 12 marines.

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  JPMorgan Investment Advisors Inc

  Mar 2000 - Jan 2011

  Financial Advisor

  In this role, I assisted clients in planning short- and long-term financial goals by providing investment, tax and insurance advice, building financial strategies and managing assets. I provided exceptional customer service in consulting with clients, presenting financial products and addressing their questions. In addition, I also supervised and managed the performance of five bankers, including ensuring their continuing education and licenses were current. Key Accomplishments:- I managed over $55 million in assets.- I secured advisor series 7, 63 and 24 licenses Show less

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  Republic Services

  Mar 2011 - Jun 2017

  Operations Manager

  I oversaw all operations and manage profit and loss (P&L) for this 200-acre site earning $6 million in revenues annually. I created and executed strategic operating plans and budgets, collaborated with the general manager and division leaders to align operations with business goals. In addition, I proactively address customer concerns and resolve problems. I directed a team of 10 in ensuring smooth, efficient services, by coordinating schedules, monitoring performance and ensuring safety and environmental compliance. I built a high-performing team through skills in hiring, training, coaching and rewarding or taking disciplinary actions. Key Accomplishments:- I maintained a consistently safe environment, with no reportable accidents in over three years. - I spearheaded an employee engagement program that decreased annual employee turnover by 25%, reduced transportation costs by 12% and reduced waste disposal costs by 51%.- I reduced facility-related expenses by 22% by renegotiating vendor contracts and implementing more cost effective spending guidelines. Show less

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  Restaurant Technologies

  Jun 2017 - May 2023

  Operations Manager/GM

  Oversee overall operations in the Houston depot. Responsible for (P&L) on a depot earnings with over 740 clients. Lead a team of technicians and drivers, and a warehouse associate. Responsible for driving engagement and employee retention, employee safety, scheduling, customer requests, huddle meetings, and performance of employees. Work directly with General Manager, regional leaders and corporate leaders creating strategies that align with corporate goals and executing how to meet those goals. Key Accomplishments:• Reduced work to travel ratio over 100%• Reduced inventory losses by over 80% • Improved Customer Ratings Score YOY Show less

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  IFOAM of North Houston

  May 2023 - Feb 2024

  General Manager

  Oversee daily operations including scheduling, ordering materials, hiring, performing sales calls, presenting to and educating customers on our products, as well as creating estimates. Also responsible for (P&L), forecasting sales, creating budgets, and implementing policies and procedures.

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  Reliance Fall Protection

  Apr 2024 - now

  Operations Manager