Ariel Denu
Bristow
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Owner
Backwoods Bakery
02.2024 - Current
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
- Participated in business events, conferences and trade shows to promote products and network with business owners and prospective clients.
TRUCK DRIVER
Online Transport
08.2023 - Current
- Communicated with dispatcher regarding any delays due to traffic or weather conditions.
- Maintained vehicle with regular inspections, fluid level checks, and minor repairs.
- Removed debris from loaded trailers.
- Inspected loads to ensure that cargo was secure.
- Communicated with customers regarding delivery schedules and unexpected delays.
- Maintained logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status, following applicable state, and federal regulations.
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Denu Fiber Construction LLC
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Maximized return on invested funds by identifying investment opportunities and maintaining relationships with investment community.
- Received and submitted invoices on time and in the correct manner.
- I know how to operate fast reporter and complete Closeout packages.
- I entered all fiber and COP date for Frontier projects and Verizon in the Indy, Cincy, and Louisville markets.
- Developed an effective system for tracking accounts receivable and payable activities across multiple entities.
- Promoted organization's financial well-being by providing financial projections and accounting services and preparing growth plans.
- Directed human resources activities, including approval of human resource plans and activities, selection of directors, and other high-level staff and establishment and organization of major departments.
- Managed external auditors during annual review and ensured accurate filing of tax returns.
- Implemented corrective action plans to solve organizational and departmental problems.
TRUCK DRIVER
Relco Systems
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Checked order contents and quantities to prevent delivery mistakes and increase service accuracy.
- Safely operated a tractor-trailer to transport materials over long distances.
- Complied with all applicable Department of Transportation regulations to reduce risks.
TRUCK DRIVER
Quickway
02.2018 - 07.2019
- Disconnected air and electrical lines to safely uncouple trailers.
- Used pads, packing paper, containers and straps.
- Used GPS and traditional maps to plan routes and navigate obstacles.
- Safely operated a tractor-trailer to transport materials over long distances.
- Cranked trailer landing gear up and down to safely secure vehicles.
- Reported vehicle problems and needed repairs to management.
OTR Team Truck Driver
Daum Trucking
02.2016 - 10.2017
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Parts Puller and Trainer
Jasper Engines
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Analyzed orders to pull parts from yard and warehouse with power tools and equipment.
- Assisted with inventory control with cycle counting.
- Retrieved raw materials from part racks for placement in assigned bin locations.
- Inspected parts and notified supervisor of needed damage or repairs.
Shift Supervisor
Subway
05.2009 - 10.2013
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
Education
CLASS A CDL - CDL
C1 Truck Driver Training
Indianapolis, IN02.2016
CERTIFICATION IN HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT - undefined
Vincennes University
Jasper, IN05.2012
Skills
- Safe Driving
- Long-haul driving
- Operational decision making
- Tax Planning and Strategy
- Reporting skills
- Documentation compliance
- Operational management
- Transportation safety
- Strong Work Ethic
- Change Management Expertise
- Accounting principles understanding
- Program Leadership
- Financial Reporting
Certification
Class A CDL
Timeline
Business Owner
Backwoods Bakery
02.2024 - Current
TRUCK DRIVER
Online Transport
08.2023 - Current
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Denu Fiber Construction LLC
08.2022 - 12.2023
TRUCK DRIVER
Relco Systems
09.2020 - 07.2022
TRUCK DRIVER
Quickway
02.2018 - 07.2019
OTR Team Truck Driver
Daum Trucking
02.2016 - 10.2017
Parts Puller and Trainer
Jasper Engines
10.2013 - 06.2015
Shift Supervisor
Subway
05.2009 - 10.2013
CERTIFICATION IN HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT - undefined
Vincennes University
CLASS A CDL - CDL
C1 Truck Driver Training
Safe Driving Award
2 years of Safe driving with the company Online Transport.