Christopher O'Brien
St. John's,Canada
Summary
Experienced business/finance professional with expertise in account management, financial management, international business development, strategic planning and communications. Skilled in collaborating with all stakeholders of an organization to maximize and achieve business and financial objectives. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and highly proficient in computer applications, i.e. MS Office Progressive, intelligent and analytical with top-notch business acumen and strategic planning skills. Seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Business/ Financial Consultant
Strouter Business Consulting
Dubai, UAE
01.2016 - Current
- An independent consulting firm working in International Business
- Wrote a Due Diligence Report for an Abu Dhabi Aerospace firm on a potential investment, Wrote a Strategic Plan for an Abu Dhabi Aerospace company for a potential partnership providing advice and recommending timelines and course of action
- Online data mapping services for telecom client.
Manager Industrial Benefits/Supplier Development
Government of Newfoundland, Department of Business
St. John’s, NL, Canada
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Worked in Foreign and Direct Investment/Supplier Development Sectors
- Evaluated, analyzed and performed financial and operational due diligence on client plans/projects in Mining, Oil and Gas, Manufacturing and Aerospace Industries
- Worked with C Level executives for commercial and government clients in International Business Development and investment promotion
- As Manager of Industrial Benefits, I liaised with many aerospace and defense prime international contractors i.e
- Lockheed, Boeing, Raytheon, Bombardier, etc
- Covered Mining, Manufacturing, Oil and Gas and Aerospace sectors
- Collaborated with industry associations promoting supplier development, including Aerospace and Defence, Oil and Gas, Mining, and Manufacturing sectors on behalf of clients
- Provided assistance to clients in strategic planning, due diligence and financial planning
- Represented the province and clients at local, national and international trade shows and conferences to develop networks
- Prepared and presented presentation, conducted research and drafted reports to prepare
- Conducted site visits to international suppliers in the aerospace and defence sectors, Oil and Gas, Mining sector and Manufacturing sectors
- Negotiated effective use of Aerospace and Defence Industrial Benefit (IB) Agreements
- Including $50,000,000 industrial benefits agreement.
Vice President and Finance Manager
Tip of the Iceberg Enterprises
01.2006 - 01.2007
- The startup company negotiated bulk water rights for fresh water to ship globally and setup a water bottling plant
- Developed a business and financial plan to secure private funding
- Wrote a business plan for an Iceberg Water Bottling facility, providing due diligence
- Negotiated contracts for water resources.
Vice-President and Finance Manager
Newlab Plastics Ltd.
St. John’s, NL, Canada
01.2003 - 01.2006
- A startup company involved in manufacturing wood-composite lumber
- Developed the business and financial plan to secure +CDN$1,400,000 in financing
- Managed a staff of 10 people
- Responsible for all health and safety procedures, inventory control, purchasing and quality control
- Negotiated equipment purchase and ongoing operational supplies
- Responsible for accounting and finance duties
- I.e
- Purchasing, receivables, payables, payroll, billing, human resources, tax burdens
- Implemented the strategic plan for the company.
Senior Financial Analyst
CORA International Consulting
St.John’s, NL, Canada
06.1997 - 02.2003
- An international consulting firm based in Canada
- Developed business plans and financial models for clients in aerospace and defense, manufacturing, oil and gas, arts and other sectors
- Conducted a best practice review of supply chain/inventory of international aerospace firm
- Responsible for developing a CDN$26 Million business/financial plan for an aerospace composite firm in Canada - Gander, NL
- Negotiated and secured contracts for more than $10 million in equipment ensuring project was on time and on budget
- Performed financial analysis and prepared proposals for client firms to secure financing
- Co-authored a Strategic Plan for the Music Industry in Newfoundland.
Business Administration/Computer Instructor
Keyin Technical College/CompuCollege/Career Academy
St. John’s, NL, Canada
01.1995 - 05.1997
- Local community colleges offering post-secondary education
- Taught courses in Accounting/ Financial and Business Administration
- Basic Bookkeeping, Managerial Accounting, Financial Management, Marketing Economics, Business Law, Human Resources, Business Communications, Employability Skills
- Taught courses in Information Technology
- Lotus123, Accpac, Windows, Internet and MS Office Suite of products.
District Manager
Canadian Federation of Independent Business
St. John’s, NL, Canada
01.1992 - 04.1993
- The Federation represented the small and medium business sector in Canada and advocated on their members behalf to secure a stable and vibrant economic environment
- Acquainted business owners and entrepreneurs on the CFIB’s goals, objectives, and services the federation performs on behalf of members
- Presentations and meetings with members to discuss economic and financial issues affecting their ability to achieve goals and objectives
- Business development to recruit new members.
Investment Executive/Stockbroker
ScotiaMcLeod Inc/ Richards Greenshields
St. John’s, NL, Canada
09.1987 - 12.1991
- A full-service Canadian investment firm
- Traded equities and other financial instruments on North American Stock Exchanges; Provided financial management and analysis to corporate and individual clients
- Led a large share buyback on the Toronto Stock Exchange for an international aerospace company.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Business -
Edinburgh Napier University
Bach. Commerce -
Memorial University of Newfoundland, Faculty of Business
Certified International Trade Professional -
Forum for International Trade Training
Competitive Intelligence 101/102 -
Society of Competitive Intelligence Professionals
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
- High Impact Presentations, Dale Carnegie High Impact Presentations (2010)
- Report Preparation
- Strategic Planning
- Business Development
- Performance Improvement
- Business Planning
- Presentation Skills
- Training and Mentoring
- Continuous Improvement
- Negotiation Competency
- Strategic Development
- Stakeholder Relations
References
Available upon request
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
Independent Business/ Financial Consultant
Strouter Business Consulting
01.2016 - Current
Manager Industrial Benefits/Supplier Development
Government of Newfoundland, Department of Business
01.2007 - 01.2016
Vice President and Finance Manager
Tip of the Iceberg Enterprises
01.2006 - 01.2007
Vice-President and Finance Manager
Newlab Plastics Ltd.
01.2003 - 01.2006
Senior Financial Analyst
CORA International Consulting
06.1997 - 02.2003
Business Administration/Computer Instructor
Keyin Technical College/CompuCollege/Career Academy
01.1995 - 05.1997
District Manager
Canadian Federation of Independent Business
01.1992 - 04.1993
Investment Executive/Stockbroker
ScotiaMcLeod Inc/ Richards Greenshields
09.1987 - 12.1991
Post Graduate Diploma in Business -
Edinburgh Napier University
Bach. Commerce -
Memorial University of Newfoundland, Faculty of Business
Certified International Trade Professional -
Forum for International Trade Training
Competitive Intelligence 101/102 -
Society of Competitive Intelligence Professionals
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