Edwrad Irias
Granada Hills
Summary
Dynamic CEO with a proven track record in strategic planning and crisis management. Expertise in client relationship building and organizational agility, driving significant growth and fostering a positive work culture.
Inspirational leader skilled in developing high-performing teams and optimizing operations. Proven success in implementing strategic initiatives that enhance market presence and drive revenue, while cultivating strong relationships with stakeholders to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CEO
Black Rock Enterprises LLC.
Miami, Florida
02.2021 - 12.2025
- Developed strategic plans to enhance organizational growth and market presence.
- Collaborated with executive team to establish company vision and objectives.
- Oversaw resource allocation to optimize operations and achieve strategic goals.
- Directed cross-functional teams in executing key projects and initiatives.
- Facilitated communication across departments to ensure alignment on strategic priorities.
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
- Streamlined business processes, resulting in increased operational efficiency across all departments.
- Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce operational expenses without sacrificing quality.
- Secured financing for critical projects through negotiation of favorable loan terms with financial institutions or investors.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by developing robust policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Optimized supply chain operations for reduced costs and increased efficiency.
- Led successful turnaround efforts for underperforming divisions or subsidiaries, restoring profitability within tight timeframes.
- Improved organizational structure by reallocating resources and redefining roles for greater efficiency.
- Enhanced company reputation by implementing cutting-edge sustainability practices across all operations.
- Reinforced company's market leadership by consistently outperforming competitors in key performance metrics.
- Pioneered corporate social responsibility initiatives, significantly impacting community development and sustainability.
- Optimized supply chain operations for efficiency, leveraging technology to reduce lead times and costs.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and rewarding exceptional performance.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
President
Exportadora De Metales, S.A. (EMSA)
Managua, Nicaragua. Central America
10.2019 - 12.2025
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance organizational performance and drive growth.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement key operational improvements and streamline processes.
- Fostered stakeholder relationships to align objectives and support company vision.
- Analyzed market trends to inform decision-making and identify new business opportunities.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring budget adherence and resource allocation efficiency.
- Established performance metrics to evaluate success and guide continuous improvement efforts.
- Facilitated strategic planning sessions, driving consensus on long-term goals and priorities.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
- Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
- Streamlined organizational processes by evaluating current systems and implementing improvements.
- Inspired innovation by creating an environment that encouraged creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Developed strong partnerships with cross-functional teams for improved collaboration and efficiency.
- Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives.
- Adopted cutting-edge technologies to improve productivity levels within the organization.
- Navigated complex regulatory environments while maintaining compliance across all aspects of the organization''s operations.
- Achieved historic levels of employment by promoting policies that support small businesses and entrepreneurship.
- Fostered culture of transparency and accountability by implementing comprehensive ethics reform across all levels of government.
- Enhanced national security with establishment of robust cybersecurity protocols.
- Addressed climate change with adoption of groundbreaking environmental policies.
- Increased public safety through modernization of law enforcement and emergency response systems.
- Enhanced community development with launch of urban and rural revitalization projects.
- Strengthened bilateral relations by engaging in high-level diplomatic missions.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
- Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
- Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
Head of Security Detail and Armament Deployment.
Commander Eden Pastora Gomez. (Commander Zero)
Nicaragua, Central America.
02.2018 - 10.2019
- Developed comprehensive security protocols to enhance safety across all facilities.
- Led a team of security personnel, ensuring adherence to operational standards and procedures.
- Conducted risk assessments and implemented strategies to mitigate vulnerabilities in high-traffic areas.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and emergency services to coordinate responses during incidents.
- Oversaw training programs for staff on security awareness and emergency response techniques.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and recommend improvements in security measures.
- Managed budgeting for security operations, optimizing resource allocation for maximum efficiency.
- Directed investigations into security breaches, ensuring thorough documentation and follow-up actions.
- Coordinated with other departments within the organization to develop integrated approaches towards mitigating risks across multiple areas.
- Oversaw safety of guests, employees and and assets by enforcing and regulating security policies and procedures and monitoring and maintaining security systems.
- Enhanced overall security by implementing comprehensive risk assessments and security audits.
- Developed and grew staff competencies through team development, implementation and support of specific training for various responsibilities.
- Coordinated emergency evacuation drills and exercises and developed and improved emergency procedures.
- Researched, reviewed and recommended equipment, materials and supplies to prepare and maintain security expenses within approved budget.
- Facilitated internal security awareness training sessions for all employees, fostering a culture of vigilance within the organization.
- Responded quickly and effectively to security breaches or incidents, mitigating potential damage and ensuring prompt resolution.
- Streamlined communication between security staff, improving response times to potential threats.
- Managed a team of security personnel, providing training and development opportunities to ensure their consistent growth and effectiveness.
- Designed effective evacuation procedures for various emergency scenarios, ensuring minimal confusion or delay during real-life situations.
- Developed and executed comprehensive emergency response plans, ensuring swift action during crises.
- Contributed to a significant reduction in workplace accidents by promoting adherence to established safety protocols and procedures.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
President
Pastora Tours SA (fishing Charter & Tourism)
Tolo, Nicaragua, Central America The Pacific Coast
03.2013 - 03.2018
- Mentored senior leadership team, promoting professional development and enhancing leadership capabilities.
- Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
- Delivered operational excellence by optimizing resources, processes, and overall cost structure.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Launched new products successfully into the market after meticulous research, planning, and marketing campaigns.
- Built a diverse workforce through targeted recruiting efforts focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
- Improved public transportation systems to facilitate easier and more efficient travel for citizens.
- Enhanced disaster preparedness with development of national emergency response strategy.
- Boosted tourism and cultural heritage preservation by launching initiatives to protect and promote national landmarks.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
- Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
- Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance organizational performance and drive growth.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Increased public safety through modernization of law enforcement and emergency response systems.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
President
American Design Industries Inc. ( Clothing Manufacture, and Importer)
Los Angeles, California
10.2004 - 04.2014
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance organizational performance and drive growth.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement key operational improvements and streamline processes.
- Analyzed market trends to inform decision-making and identify new business opportunities.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring budget adherence and resource allocation efficiency.
- Established performance metrics to evaluate success and guide continuous improvement efforts.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
- Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
- Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
- Streamlined organizational processes by evaluating current systems and implementing improvements.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
- Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Fernando High School
San Fernando, California06-1988
Skills
- Effective decision making
- Customer focus
- Crisis management
- Global perspective
- Inspirational leadership
- Organizational agility
- Innovation management
- Client relationship building
- Leadership and people development
- People and culture
- Client engagement
- Planning and coordination
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with teams of Embassies in the development of Culinary food dishes. In such distinct culinary dishes ranging from quick weekday meals like Clams and Cognac a French dish to international classics such as Sushi, Sashimi which are Japanese dishes. To Tuna Tartare which is Italian. This is a small glance of my culinary skills.
Certification
- PADI Certified Expert Diver License - Since 1989.
- Certified Precious Metals Evaluator, Exportadora de Metales, S.A - Since 2020.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CEO
Black Rock Enterprises LLC.
02.2021 - 12.2025
President
Exportadora De Metales, S.A. (EMSA)
10.2019 - 12.2025
Head of Security Detail and Armament Deployment.
Commander Eden Pastora Gomez. (Commander Zero)
02.2018 - 10.2019
President
Pastora Tours SA (fishing Charter & Tourism)
03.2013 - 03.2018
President
American Design Industries Inc. ( Clothing Manufacture, and Importer)
10.2004 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
San Fernando High School