Shawn C. O'Neil

Experience

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  Marine Corps Recruiting

  Feb 1997 - Feb 2001

  0311 Infantry

  United States Marine CorpsMOS 0311 InfantryAs a member of an Infantry Unit in the United States Marine Corps, I embraced a role pivotal to national defense and global operations. My responsibilities encompassed: • Conducting rigorous tactical operations in diverse environments, demonstrating adaptability and resilience under pressure. • Collaborating effectively in a team to achieve mission objectives, showcasing strong communication and leadership skills. • Employing advanced weaponry and tactical gear with precision, ensuring operational readiness and safety compliance. • Participating in intensive training programs, enhancing physical endurance, strategic thinking, and combat skills. • Navigating challenging situations with a problem-solving mindset, contributing to successful mission outcomes. • Upholding the highest standards of discipline, integrity, and loyalty, representing the core values of the Marine Corps.This role honed my leadership abilities, strategic planning skills, and resilience, preparing me for diverse challenges and leadership opportunities in dynamic environments. Show less

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  American Home Mortgage

  May 2002 - Jul 2007

  Sales Manager / Certified Mortgage Planner

  Managed a team of originators and support staff.Negotiated Joint Ventures and Marketing and Service AgreementsPersonally originated over $150 million in residential mortgages

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  Residential Home Funding Corp.

  Dec 2007 - Sept 2009

  Sr. Loan Officer
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  U.S. Army and Army National Guard

  Dec 2008 - Nov 2014

  Infantry

  MOS: 11B - InfantrymanCombat Operations: Operation Enduring Freedom - Afghanistan 2012 as a member ofC Co. 2-108th of the 27th Infantry Brigade Combat TeamAdditional Training:TEDD Handler - Tactical Explosive Detector Dog HandlerArmy Vehicle Operators License:48 Passenger Bus, M1078 2 1/2 Ton FMTV series, M1083 5 Ton FMTV seriesM114, M1165, M1151 UP-Armor HMV, MRAP seres, NVG Qualified

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  PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company

  Oct 2009 - Mar 2010

  Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist

  I am a full service Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist that leads an extremely talented team of Mortgage Professionals that pride ourselves on world class service and the following core values: Attitude, Leadership, Integrity, Vision, & ExcellenceWe work by referral only. If you need the best, please call upon us!

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  Parako Elizabeth Snacks

  Sept 2012 - Mar 2015

  Owner / President

  Purchased this business in Sept. 2012 and in 30 short months I grew sales by 90.9%. Upon the sale of this company, the return on my investment was 916.75% Independent distributor of Utz quality foods including Potato Chips, Pretzels, Tortilla Chips, Rice Crisps, Organic Chips and wide variety of snack packs, barrels, dips & salsas. We also feature a full line of Bachman Pretzels and Jax. We proudly serve Catskill, Hudson, Livingston, Red Hook, Rhinebeck, Kingston, Saugerties, Stone Ridge, Boiceville and Margaretville. Our tasty snacks can be found at Walmart, Hannafords, Shoprite, Stop & Shop, Price Chopper, Freihoffers, Sam's Club, IGA, Freshtown, Dollar General, Dollar Tree and other convenient locations.2013 Sales: $317, 2802014 Sales: $440,27438.7% year over year Growth!!This business was sold in March of 2015!! Show less

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  Fortitude Coaching & Consulting

  Mar 2015 - now

  Small Business Consultant

  Fortitude Small Business Coaching & Consulting: Navigating Businesses Towards Strategic SuccessAt Fortitude Small Business Coaching & Consulting, we bring over 20 years of business management experience to empower small businesses. Our hands-on approach is tailored to solve your unique business needs, focusing on achieving strategic goals from expansive growth to resolving cultural challenges.Expertise in Comprehensive Business TransformationWe specialize in steering businesses towards significant growth and solving complex cultural issues. Our team’s commitment is to work with you, applying a ‘done with you’ or ‘done for you’ approach, always fulfilling our mission.Adapting to Economic Shifts: Maximizing Revenue and Strategic Tax SolutionsIn the current economic landscape of recession risks and high inflation, our emphasis is on aiding businesses to maximize revenue and utilize opportunities like payroll tax refunds (employee retention tax credits). This strategic positioning is critical to prepare businesses for market shifts, ensuring resilience and prosperity.CORE 4: Holistic Framework for Business ExcellenceOur CORE 4 system – Focus, Fuel, Funds, Fire, and The Extra Degree - Fortitude, is designed to enhance not just business growth but also personal well-being, financial wisdom, and a thriving team culture, all supported by a resilient mindset.Join us in transforming your business into a venture that is not only profitable but also purpose-driven and sustainable. Show less

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  Waste Connections

  Jul 2015 - Jul 2017

  • Oversees personnel needs of this site including selecting, coaching, disciplining and training employees and evaluating employee performance. Responsible for termination, compensation and promotion decisions. • Partner with local city, municipal and county agencies to ensure our business is providing top notch customer service, and identifies ways to improve services. Works with municipalities to renew contracts, negotiate new contracts. • Executes necessary precautions to ensure safety and compliance with Company, DOT, OSHA and other standards and regulations. • Responsible for developing and implementing processes and procedures for personnel to operate in a safe, efficient and cost effective manner. • Creates and monitors budget and operating metrics while diagnosing and improving profit, processes and return on investment. • Develops short-term and long-term goals and action plans in conjunction with your Division Vice President. • Establishes and maintains performance targets, objectives and standards for each service activity at the site. • Has full P&L and capital responsibility for the site. Participates in regular P&L reviews to ensure budgets are met; develops and implements programs for optimal equipment utilization, equipment maintenance, and labor and material costs. • Responsible for compliance to applicable environmental laws and regulations. • Has overall responsibility for facility maintenance, Customer Service, Sales, and Operations. Defines and implements market strategy. Show less • Directly responsible for a team of 45 employees• Deploy the servant leadership model and be an ambassador of the company culture• Assign and supervise work crews operating solid waste collection equipment.• Monitors progress of daily operations, and reassigns employees and makes staffing changes as necessary.• Helps develop and execute safety goals.• Conducts field inspections and audits of all site personnel to ensure proper work procedures.• Receives and reviews customer complaints regarding collection programs.• Performs reviews and performance management discussions.• Formulates both short-term and long-term goals and action plans for the Hauling Company.• Oversees a variety of complex compliance programs, including environmental, OSHA, and local permitting. Show less

  • Site Manager

    Nov 2016 - Jul 2017

  • Operations Supervisor

    Jul 2015 - Nov 2016
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  County Waste of PA

  Jul 2017 - Apr 2018

  Mergers and Acquisitions Manager

  Result: Lead sectors of market consolidation bringing County Waste to a larger acquisitionWas recruited to assist County Waste's expansion efforts through acquisition. Worked closely with the CEO and Director of Operations of Pennsylvania.• Assist with acquisitions of smaller companies• Identify and replace trucks with more efficient assets • Help hire and train new employees• Build efficiencies into existing routes and construct new routes for maximum revenue• Cover residential and commercial routes all over the state• Safety conscience servant leader with a work ethic second to none Show less

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  The Edge Fitness Clubs LLC

  Oct 2019 - Jun 2020

  General Manager

  Result: Lead a 21% positive EBITDA delta during my leadership.Left position due to the impact of COVID regulations on the Fitness Industry-Accountable for the daily, monthly and yearly financial performance of the club while driving revenues and managing expenses in line with key performance indicators.-Recruiting, Hiring, Firing responsibilities with a headcount of 40+-Educates and enforces new club policies and procedures and ensures consistency.-Responds quickly to member issues and complaints in a timely and courteous fashion.-Maintains managerial oversight for all departments (Membership Sales, Front Desk Personnel, Personal Training, Edge Kids, Group Exercise and Maintenance) and communicates regularly with department heads regarding the performance of each department.-Creates a positive and healthy workplace that fosters constant and never-ending improvement by maintaining company culture through the deployment of servant leadership. Show less

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  JSP Home Services

  Jun 2020 - Jun 2021

  General Manager

  Results: Lead company to Acquisition12 month company value increase by over 100%, y/y revenue growth exceeded 150%One of the fastest growing companies in its industry nationwide under my tenure.Direct staff members in sales, service, installation, warehouse, fleet, call center and dispatch. Responsibilities • Manage staff and maintain the highest customer satisfaction and employee engagement levels.• Set individual goals and KPIs for all staff positions with financial responsibilities. • Monitor staff performance to ensure that daily revenue and sold-hour goals are met. • Show employees how their individual contributions matter to the company’s success. • Communicate clearly, show recognition and build rapport with employees. • Monitor employee engagement levels and know how to promote a healthy work environment. • Train and advise staff members on how to win new referrals and gain repeat business.• Establish customer satisfaction metrics, evaluate performance and coach staff to success.• Build a plan for escalating customer complaints that results in quick, favorable resolutions. • Create annual budget, control expenses and meet or exceed plan. • Ensure sufficient staff levels to meet ongoing customer demand and seasonal spikes.• Promote enthusiasm and brand loyalty during daily huddles, team meetings and 1:1’s.• Conduct operations and P&L meetings with key managers to increase productivity levels. • Formalize a coaching and training platform that’s consistent, effective and measurable. • Shape company culture by living out agreed upon values, specifically ethics and integrity.Acquisition by Sila Services Show less

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  BlackHaus Holding Company

  Jan 2023 - now

  Chief Executive Officer

  Welcome to Black Haus Holding Company, a distinguished leader in the realm of small business acquisitions. Our ethos, “Acquiring Small Businesses, Cultivating Excellence, Building Enduring Legacies,” is more than a tagline; it’s the cornerstone of everything we do.At Black Haus, our mission is to strategically acquire promising small businesses, leveraging our expertise to foster growth, innovation, and sustainability. We are dedicated to nurturing these acquisitions into thriving enterprises, ensuring they not only succeed but also contribute positively to their communities and stakeholders.Our approach is unique – we don’t just invest financially; we invest culturally. By infusing each business with our core values of excellence, honor, integrity, and exceptional service, we create not just profitable ventures but inspiring workplaces.Our vision extends beyond business success. We are committed to leaving a lasting legacy in the corporate world, one where financial success and philanthropic efforts go hand in hand. We believe in the power of servant leadership and strive to lead by example, setting new standards in corporate social responsibility.Join us on our journey as we redefine the landscape of small business acquisitions, creating unparalleled value for our investors, elevating the standards of the businesses we acquire, and contributing meaningfully to the broader community. Follow Black Haus Holding Company on LinkedIn for updates, insights, and opportunities as we continue to grow and shape the future of business.Explore more about our journey and ethos at black-haus.com. Show less

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  TAVAS LLC

  Apr 2023 - now

  Senior Tax Consultant

  Tavas is a multidisciplinary, professional consulting firm focused on providing strategic tax planning, business valuation services, tax compliance, and advisory services to small and medium size closely held businesses in the United States and CanadaWe help businesses with:Asset protection Business structuring Federal and state tax savings Succession planning Employee retention Estate, trust, and wills. Advanced strategies Asset protection Entity restructuring, and more ! Show less

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  International Services Incorporated

  Apr 2023 - now

  Shawn C. O'Neil, MBA, has been promoted to Senior Project Manager, showcasing his adeptness in spearheading project teams and orchestrating initiatives for small to mid-sized companies to enhance process improvements and operational efficiencies. In this advanced capacity, O'Neil excels in guiding project life cycles, including process mapping, change management, business strategy, and operations management.As a Senior Project Manager, O'Neil demonstrates expertise in project management, credit & risk management processes, financial controls & reporting, and managing call center & dispatching operations. He is proficient in sales & data management, with a knack for metrics design, customer service, external vendor management, product design & implementation, and sales training. His skills further encompass e-commerce, social media, digital marketing, specialized tax incentives and credits, compliance, RFP responses & outsourcing, business certifications, grants, and governmental bids, showcasing a broad and effective skill set in business consultancy and project management.Current consulting firms working with:Corporate Business Solutions (CBS)Global Business Services (GBS)Global Resources (GR)International Development Services (IDS). Show less Senior Business Consultant specializing in small to mid-sized companies re-engineering process improvements including process mapping, change management, business strategy, operations management, project management, credit & risk management processes, financial controls & reporting, call center & dispatching operations, sales & data management (including metrics design), customer service , external vendor management, product design & implementation, sales training, e-commerce, social media, digital marketing, specialized tax incentives and credits, compliance, RFP responses & outsourcing, business certifications, grants and governmental bids.• Currently averaging a 9 to 1 return on the investment of my services• 100% letters of client satisfaction upon completion of consulting assignment• Organizational Change Management experienced• Field Certified in Management Business Consulting• Process improvement & change management expert• Leading Sales trainer and producer• Operations, Marketing (Business Development) & E-Commerce savvyCurrent consulting firms working with include; Corporate Business Solutions (CBS) Global Business Services (GBS), Global Resources (GR), and International Development Services (IDS). Show less

  • Senior Project Manager

    Mar 2024 - now

  • Senior Business Consultant

    Apr 2023 - Mar 2024