Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Christian Vazquez

Lakewood

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Operations Consultant

Glam Image INC
03.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
  • Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
  • Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
  • Oversaw three different venues.
  • Established strong partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and key stakeholders to improve collaboration and ensure alignment with business requirements.
  • Identified opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement, implementing changes that resulted in significant savings.

General Manager

Congaroom
02.2022 - 03.2024
  • Scheduled over 40 employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Managed private events and catering events.
  • Scheduled press conferences hosted in venue,

Director of Marketing

Congaroom
03.2014 - 03.2022
  • Devised content strategy to effectively engage target audiences.
  • Developed comprehensive marketing plans for product launches, resulting in increased sales and market share.
  • Created innovative strategies to drive customer engagement.
  • Created and managed marketing budget, ensuring maximized ROI.
  • Coordinated with design and media teams to develop high-quality creative assets.
  • Implemented data-driven strategies to optimize advertising spend, maximizing ROI across all channels.
  • Managed annual marketing budget in excess of $6,000 monthly.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with industry influencers and media outlets, securing positive coverage and maximizing brand exposure.
  • Planned and executed events and marketing programs to increase qualified leads.
  • Launched successful digital marketing campaigns that achieved goals for increased website traffic.
  • Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
  • Created content and promotional materials to drive engagement and conversions.
  • Built strong relationships with industry professionals and influencers.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Oversaw bookings for talent.

Biomedical Engineer

DaVita
09.2009 - 07.2012
  • Diagnosed malfunctioning equipment and ordered parts to repair or replace non working ones.
  • Kept detailed records and documents of research requirements and procedures.
  • Performed urgent device corrections and biomedical equipment recalls.
  • Developed strategic plans for biomedical engineering projects, resulting in timely completion and budget adherence.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Quality Assurance Lab Technician

Coca-Cola
06.1998 - 10.2006
  • Monitored testing procedures and verified performance of tests according to established item specifications and protocol.
  • Documented all test results, observations, and deviations according to established protocols for traceability purposes.
  • Completed recordkeeping, filing and data entry duties.
  • Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
  • Responsible for all Quality Assurance audits.
  • Ensured all water plants had proper fillers such as, proper syrup, water and Co2 formula.


Education

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA

Skills

  • Training and Development
  • Human Resources
  • Staff Development
  • Recruitment
  • Operations Oversight
  • Branding
  • Staffing
  • Training Management
  • Purchasing

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Director of Operations Consultant

Glam Image INC
03.2024 - Current

General Manager

Congaroom
02.2022 - 03.2024

Director of Marketing

Congaroom
03.2014 - 03.2022

Biomedical Engineer

DaVita
09.2009 - 07.2012

Quality Assurance Lab Technician

Coca-Cola
06.1998 - 10.2006

Orange Coast College

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Christian Vazquez