Steve Corbell
Ottawa
Summary
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
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/General Manager
The Cabinet Connection
07.2012 - 06.2024
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- 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.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
Manager
DIY Cabinet Warehouse
04.2009 - 07.2012
- Responsible for Managing daily store operations
- Creation of initiatives to help streamline business operational procedures
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Directly responsible for staff, including staffing requirements, forecasting and hiring/firing
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
Design Consultant/Operations Manager
Kitchen Craft Cabinetry
01.1999 - 03.2009
- Presented comprehensive design proposals using 3D renderings, color boards, and material samples for client approval.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects while meeting strict deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.
- Coordinated with other consultants such as engineers, lighting designers, or landscape architects for well-rounded project outcomes.
Retail Manager/Kitchen Specialist
Beaver Lumber
06.1996 - 12.1998
- Responsible for managing retail sales, including merchandising, promotions and inventory management
- Designate for kitchen cabinet design & sales
- Directly responsible for retail sales staff, including department managers
Education
Honours Bachelor of Science Degree - Biomedical Science
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON01-1995
OSSD/OAC -
Ajax High School
Ajax, ON01.1990
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Client service
- Operations management
- Business management
Timeline
Owner/General Manager
The Cabinet Connection
07.2012 - 06.2024
Manager
DIY Cabinet Warehouse
04.2009 - 07.2012
Design Consultant/Operations Manager
Kitchen Craft Cabinetry
01.1999 - 03.2009
Retail Manager/Kitchen Specialist
Beaver Lumber
06.1996 - 12.1998
OSSD/OAC -
Ajax High School
Honours Bachelor of Science Degree - Biomedical Science
University of Guelph
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