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Greg Cox

Guelph,ON

Summary

Dynamic entrepreneur with a proven track record as CrossFit Affiliate Owner, excelling in customer relations and financial management. Successfully grew Beech Hill Freight Brokerage into a multi-million dollar corporation through strategic business planning and relationship building. Adept at staff management, fostering a collaborative culture, and driving exceptional service to enhance customer satisfaction.


Professional with deep expertise and readiness for leadership. Proven track record in driving business growth and operational efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Known for reliability, adaptability, strategic vision, and effective problem-solving. Skilled in business management, financial planning, and customer relations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CrossFit Affiliate Owner

CrossFit 1827
11.2021 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decisionmaking.

Owner and President

Beech Hill Freight Brokerage Inc.
11.2016 - 03.2025
  • I started Beech Hill Freight from my basement and quickly built it a multi-million dollar business prior to selling early 2025.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Pyschology

Saint Mary's University
Halifax, NS

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Business planning
  • Business management
  • Staff management
  • Financial management
  • Staff hiring
  • Business development
  • Sales leadership

Accomplishments

  • Achieved my Certified CrossFit Trainer - L3.
  • Supervise team of 11 staff members.
  • Achieved 2.5x growth in membership of Gym after purchasing less than 4yrs ago.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Certification

  • CrossFit Certified Trainer - CCFT L3

Timeline

CrossFit Affiliate Owner

CrossFit 1827
11.2021 - Current

Owner and President

Beech Hill Freight Brokerage Inc.
11.2016 - 03.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Pyschology

Saint Mary's University
Greg Cox