Dennis Foley
Thompson
Summary
Sales professional with proven track record in driving revenue growth and customer satisfaction. Strong ability to collaborate with teams and adapt to changing market needs. Expertise in client relationship management, negotiation, and strategic planning. Reliable and focused on delivering impactful results.
Event planning professional with knack for delivering memorable experiences and managing all aspects of event execution. Proven ability to oversee event logistics, from conceptualization to completion, while maintaining strong focus on teamwork and adaptability. Reliable and results-driven, with strong skills in negotiation and client relations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
DJ Lawn Services Thompson
06.2020 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality lawn care services and addressing client concerns promptly.
- Established a strong reputation within the community for exceptional lawn care services, leading to increased brand recognition and trust.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Trained new team members in proper lawn maintenance techniques, ensuring consistent quality across all projects.
- Expanded clientele by effectively marketing the business through various channels such as social media, local advertising, and word-of-mouth referrals.
Sales Associate
Nickel City Motors
03.2018 - Current
- Working in Powersport and Power equipment sales ATV,boats, Personal watercraft, Snowmobiles, Chainsaw, Lawn equipment etc.
- Excellent product knowledge.
- Qualified and followed-up on potential new customer leads.
- Generated new leads through strategic networking at local events, fostering connections within the community.
- Maintained contact with established customers to confirm satisfactory experience and encourage repeat and referral business.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Maximized customer satisfaction with personalized service, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
Owner Operator
Heavy D Productions
01.2014 - Current
- Company Overview: Specializing in photography, film production, event planning and promoting and consulting
- Owner operator of a small business specializing in photography, film production, event planning and promoting and consulting
- Event examples; Mud Bogs, Snowmobile freestyle events, Shrine Circus
- Specializing in photography, film production, event planning and promoting and consulting
- Founder and president of the Northern Manitoba Off Road Association which runs and operates yearly off road races
- This has been an event going on in Thompson for the last 5 years with support of local business our organization and racers from Thompson and other parts of Manitoba
- Member of the Thompson Shrine, Chair of the Shrine circus for northern Manitoba
- Co founder and partner on a video project called Project Thompson where we sit and speak with Thompsonites about the great things Thompson has to offer
- While highlighting specific events and people within Thompson
- This is a not for profit independent film project
City Council Member
City Council
11.2014 - 11.2018
- Duties include Chair of the recreation and parks committee
- Chair of the board of revision
- Co chair of the public safety committee
- Evaluated proposed legislation carefully, considering long-term implications for the community before casting votes on key issues.
- Advocated for increased funding for public safety,
- Leveraged grant opportunities to secure additional funding for crucial city projects without burdening taxpayers further.
- Developed strategic partnerships with neighboring municipalities, fostering regional cooperation on shared issues.
Auto Body Shop Manager
Twin Motors Thompson
03.2015 - 03.2018
- Duties including taking in body shop claims, communicating and scheduling appointments with customer and technicians
- Ordering parts, closing work orders and completing payroll
- Provided exceptional customer service through transparent communication about repair timelines, costs, and expectations throughout the entire process.
- Supervised and managed shop operations and tasks.
- Developed estimates by costing parts, supplies and labor and calculating customers' payments.
Service Advisor
McKay Chevrolet Buick GMC
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Service advisor for 4 years
- Assistant Service Manager for 2 years
- As assistant service manager, working with 5 people under me to operate service department and maintain quality customer service
- Gained a lot of knowledge in the automotive business both on technical/mechanical aspects as well as administrative
Education
High School Diploma -
R.D. Parker Collegiate
Thompson, MB06-2000
Skills
- Operations management
- Documentation and reporting
- Sales negotiation
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Sales techniques
- Marketing and promotion
- Lawn maintenance expertise
- Attention to detail
- Driven and determined
- Public speaking
Timeline
Owner/Operator
DJ Lawn Services Thompson
06.2020 - Current
Sales Associate
Nickel City Motors
03.2018 - Current
Auto Body Shop Manager
Twin Motors Thompson
03.2015 - 03.2018
City Council Member
City Council
11.2014 - 11.2018
Owner Operator
Heavy D Productions
01.2014 - Current
Service Advisor
McKay Chevrolet Buick GMC
01.2009 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
R.D. Parker Collegiate
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