Sean Murphy
Trafalgar
Summary
Results-oriented leader and problem-solver dedicated to optimizing operations for cost reduction and driving organizational efficiency. Demonstrates exceptional independent decision-making abilities and sound judgment to consistently contribute to company success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Williams Tree Company
10.2023 - Current
- Responsible for overseeing all core business functions, managing 45 employees across two divisions: residential tree services and line clearance right-of-way clearing
- Ensure operational efficiency, service quality, and the execution of growth initiatives across the company
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
Marine Officer Instructor
United States Marine Corps
06.2020 - 06.2023
- Responsible for teaching, mentoring, training, and developing NROTC college students and active-duty Marines pursuing a commission in the Marine Corps
- Prepared and delivered two different semester-long courses: Evolution of Warfare and Fundamentals of Maneuver Warfare, while preparing future Marine Corps officers for leadership and service in active duty
- in charge of curriculum development, training, administrative process, project management, budget management, and cross-functional team coordination with adjacent services and university functions
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
Battalion Intelligence Officer
United States Marine Corps
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Responsible for overseeing the intelligence operations of the battalion, providing critical analysis and actionable intelligence to support operational planning and decision-making
- This role involves managing intelligence assets, assessing threats, and delivering timely briefings to commanders to ensure mission success
- Advised senior military members and commanders based on intelligence findings.
- Executed tactical operations with accuracy and control.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
- Analyzed intelligence reports and identified potential tactical threats.
Assistant Intelligence Officer
United States Marine Corps
10.2016 - 06.2018
- Supports the intelligence operations within the unit, assisting in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of intelligence data
- This role includes preparing intelligence reports, coordinating with other units, and ensuring the flow of accurate information to support tactical and strategic decisions
- Led independent teams in Europe on multiple bi-lateral training engagements
- Advised senior military members and commanders based on intelligence findings.
- Analyzed and collected various forms of data.
- Assisted in development of intelligence strategies and policies to support operations.
- Created useful and timely intelligence products to support field operations.
- Conducted threat assessment and analysis of foreign adversaries in support of military operations.
Platoon Commander
United States Marine Corps
12.2015 - 10.2016
- Lead and managed a platoon, ensuring the training, readiness, and welfare of the Marines under their command
- This role involves developing and executing tactical operations, providing leadership in both training and combat environments, and maintaining unit discipline and cohesion to achieve mission objectives
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
Marine Corps Officer
United States Marine Corps
05.2014 - 12.2015
Education
MBA - Masters of Business Administration - Kenan Flagler
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - History
Virginia Military Institute
Lexington, VA05-2014
Skills
- Sales
- Advertising and marketing
- Branding
- Skilled negotiator
- Financial administration
- Service quality improvement
- Analytical skills
- Budget allocation
- Performance evaluations
- New business development
- Sales expertise
- Risk management
- Cost analysis and savings
- Troubleshooting expertise
- Deadline oriented
- Budget coordination
- Organizational restructure and change
- Employee development
Timeline
General Manager
Williams Tree Company
10.2023 - Current
Marine Officer Instructor
United States Marine Corps
06.2020 - 06.2023
Battalion Intelligence Officer
United States Marine Corps
06.2018 - 06.2020
Assistant Intelligence Officer
United States Marine Corps
10.2016 - 06.2018
Platoon Commander
United States Marine Corps
12.2015 - 10.2016
Marine Corps Officer
United States Marine Corps
05.2014 - 12.2015
MBA - Masters of Business Administration - Kenan Flagler
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Arts - History
Virginia Military Institute
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