Daniel T. Williams III, MBA

Experience

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  Goodwill Industries of Detroit

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2005

  Program / Project Manager

  Hired to collaborate with community leaders and contribute thought leadership to a grant proposal that funded a job program for chronically unemployed individuals in the Detroit metropolitan area as part of Federal Empowerment Zone initiative. • Managed program development from initial concept to fully operational status and brought to fruition Certified Cleaning Concepts, a self-sufficient custodial training and employment program.* Steered program development efforts to actualize, Certified Cleaning Concepts, a self-sufficient custodial training and employment program.* Nurtured, grew and evolved program to serve 100+ individuals; secured trainers and subject matter experts, designed curriculum and oversaw funds disbursement. Show less

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  Cranbrook Educational Community, Schools, Museum and Science Center

  Jun 2005 - Feb 2022

  Director of Facilities / Operations

  Led facilities and operations for a nationally and globally recognized educational community. Managed museums, science centers, educational facilities, art academies, historic sites, dorms, housing, and public spaces. Led a renowned organization and managed a globally recognized science center, museum, and educational community.• Devised strategic plans for a 340-acre campus with 90+ buildings and 2.5M sq. feet of usable area, achieving operational excellence.• Manage real estate holdings, assets and grow the portfolio by acquiring continuous and adjacent property.• Supervised over 100 FTEs across various facilities and operations disciplines.• Managed multiple vital departments, including customer service, budgeting, maintenance, HR initiatives, and contract management.• Managed and collaborated on multimillion-dollar construction projects, including new builds and renovations, ensuring quality and efficiency.• Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance outdoor facilities, including a new tennis complex and football field.• Achieved operational efficiency improvement through the introduction of metrics and KPIs.• Implemented cost-saving measures, including energy efficiency projects, resulting in significant annual savings.• Oversaw maintenance of indoor and outdoor spaces for over 220,000 annual visitors.• Spearheaded the deployment of a comprehensive CMMS system, modernizing operational processes.• Enhanced team performance through training and development initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.• Successfully negotiated vendor contracts, reducing costs and resolving disputes through mediation.• Implemented sustainability programs and DEIA training, promoting environmental responsibility and inclusivity. Show less

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  Foundations Facility and Operations Consulting

  Jun 2022 - now

  Facilities Management Consultant

  Enhancing operations through specialized consulting, resulting in optimized facilities management for private and public companies. Expertise in Facilities, Landscape, Operations, Construction, Project Management, Property Management, Real Estate, Innovative Facilities Solutions, and Asset Management.• Established operational practices for commercial and retail efficiency, resulting in a increase.• Guided strategic planning updates, leading to a improvement in strategic alignment.• Managed customized CMMS systems, reducing maintenance costs.• Led energy and sustainability initiatives, resulting in a reduction in energy consumption.• Conducted evaluations and assessments, leading to an improvement in workflow efficiency.• Ensured regulatory compliance, maintaining a 100% compliance rate.• Oversaw vendor, labor, and contracts, reducing costs through improved contract management.• Managed capital projects and working construction, completing projects under budget and ahead of schedule. Show less