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Ronald Burke

Richmond

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Caleres Inc., excelling in financial and personnel management. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering effective team collaboration. Adept at driving customer satisfaction through proactive service and innovative solutions, ensuring project success and client retention in competitive environments.

Overview

60
60
years of professional experience

Work History

Part-time Stock Boy and Sales Person

Caleres Inc. (formerly Regal Shoes, Div of Brown Shoe Co.)
05.1966 - 07.1998

Assisted with receiving and processing shipments.

Stained and polished shoes for customer satisfaction.

Served as a salesman.

Store Manager

Caleres Inc. (formerly Regal Shoes Div. of Brown Shoe Co.)
07.1968 - 02.1971

Oversaw daily operations to ensure exceptional customer service and satisfaction.

Led, trained, and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative work environment.

Evaluated employee performance regularly provided constructive feedback coaching opportunities improvement recognition outstanding achievements.

Fire Sprinkler Fitter -Apprentice

Cosco Fire Protection
02.1971 - 08.1971

Installed fire sprinkler systems according to engineered plans, local codes and regulations.

Local 669 primarily in the San Diego area.


Designer

Allan Automatic Sprinkler Co.
08.1971 - 07.1980

Trained as a stocklister, then designer of fire sprinkler protection systems.

Designed wet, dry and pre-action type fire protection for various facilities.

Provided hand and computer hydraulic calculations for the systems designed by myself and others.

Review designs for further cost savings from the proposed design from the estimator or outside engineering firm.

Estimating Sales

Allan Automatic Sprinkler Co.
07.1980 - 05.1985

Meet with general construction company estimators, project managers and management.

Provide cost estimates for proposed projects.

Manage projects for costs, schedule and performance.

Trouble shoot problem before and during construction.

Acted as second in command during the general managers absence.

President/Owner

Guardian Fire Protection, Inc.
05.1985 - 09.2007

Led strategic initiatives to enhance our fire protection services and drive company growth.

Oversaw budgeting processes, purchasing, accounting and project scheduling as well as completion.

Fostered strong relationships with clients, ensuring satisfaction and retention through exceptional service and product.

Mentored leadership team, cultivating skills in decision-making and performance.

Directed training programs for staff, enhancing knowledge of system design and best practices.

Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity and build a stable and expert staff.

Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.

Estimating Sales /Consultant

J.M. Carden Sprinkler Co., Inc
11.2008 - 01.2019

Provided estimating and sales for proposed construction projects

Managed client relationships with a handful of general contractors and developers.

Collaborated with the owner and management teams to optimize service and product delivery.

Consulted with the owner on possible future clients, projects and direction of the company.

Retired

US
01.2019 - Current

Education

High School Diploma -

La Quinta High School
Westminster, CA
06-1968

Certificate of Class Completion. - AutoCad / Microstation

California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
05-1992

Skills

  • Financial and personnel management expertise
  • Enhancing operational efficiency
  • Effective team collaboration
  • Customer-focused
  • Service-oriented
  • Practical and proactive

Interests

I enjoy various sports Playing golf, pickleball, and watching sports Traveling was and has been an interest for many years I have much of Europe, Canada, Central America as well as almost every state in the US

Timeline

Retired

US
01.2019 - Current

Estimating Sales /Consultant

J.M. Carden Sprinkler Co., Inc
11.2008 - 01.2019

President/Owner

Guardian Fire Protection, Inc.
05.1985 - 09.2007

Estimating Sales

Allan Automatic Sprinkler Co.
07.1980 - 05.1985

Designer

Allan Automatic Sprinkler Co.
08.1971 - 07.1980

Fire Sprinkler Fitter -Apprentice

Cosco Fire Protection
02.1971 - 08.1971

High School Diploma -

La Quinta High School

Certificate of Class Completion. - AutoCad / Microstation

California State University, Fullerton

Store Manager

Caleres Inc. (formerly Regal Shoes Div. of Brown Shoe Co.)
07.1968 - 02.1971

Part-time Stock Boy and Sales Person

Caleres Inc. (formerly Regal Shoes, Div of Brown Shoe Co.)
05.1966 - 07.1998
Ronald Burke