Kurt B.

Lewis
510 NW 84th Ave.
Plantation, Florida 33324
Cell 954-740-0640 kl64a6ba@westpost.net

Senior Level Management

Successful entrepreneurial-minded executive with global experience in multiple c
orporate
capacities and proven ability to grow revenues, market share and profitability
Senior Level Manager, known for visionary skills, talents and capabilities with
a broad range of business activities and unusual strengths in revitalizing comp
anies through "change management" and "growth" strategies. Proven track record o
f strategic planning, operational restructuring and motivational leadership comb
ined with an innate ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
With 21 years of company leadership and an established track record in maximizi
ng a company's potential.
My management style includes developing and orchestrating several successful tur
narounds in my assignments. I restructured operations and significantly improved
revenues and profits while building new business and improving market share.
Intangible Assts
Ethics and Character of the highest caliber...Change management expertise
Experience with tight deadlines and fluctuating volumes
Senior level decision maker...Excellent personnel coaching & management
Someone who inspires optimum performance
Professional Synopsis
UNITED FIRE PROTECTION-FORT LAUDERDALE, FL- GENERAL MANAGER - (2007-Present)
A small privately held corporation owned by a group of three individuals.
I was hired to run day-to-day operations in the Fort Lauderdale branch and provi
de direction for significant growth of the entire company.
Strategic Position Responsibilities
"Hands on" revitalization strategies and mentored new leadership in sales, inst
allation, customer service, and administration of staff of 50+ in multi-jurisdic
tions.
Sit on corporate Board of Directors.
Established methodology for achieving Corporate mandated levels of sales and pr
ofitability.
Re-engineered product flow plan strategies that dramatically increased customer
satisfaction.
Implementation of Customer Service plan that increased our customer base and re
peat business.
Developed and implemented new corporate policies and procedures that improved o
ur employee production and morale.
Result
Substantial sales growth from $900 Thousand to $1.8 million the first year and
increased our profits from $54,000 to $180,000 during the same period.
The second year built a backlog of $2.6 million with revenues of $2.4 million a
nd profits of $390,000.
In fiscal 2009 increased revenue to $1 million and profit of $660,000 while the
sister branches profit decreased 28% and 20%.
 Personally responsible for $3.8 million in sales from 2008-2009.
Grew re-occurring service revenue from $170,000 to $550,000 in sales from 2007-
2009.
Secured significant business with large in state clients as follows; Florida Pow
er and Light, Verizon Wireless, Solid Waste Authority, AT&T, Palm Beach County,
Miami Dade, DOT
SOUTHEASTERN FIRE CONTROL- CHARLOTTE, NC - PRESIDENT- (2004 - 2006)
A small privately held corporation purchased by an investment group of three in
dividuals three months prior to my arrival. I was hired to
run day-to-day sales and operations with the goal of achieving profitability and
long term returns on the ownership investment.
.
Strategic Position Responsibilities
Led negotiations with international clients to supply life safety product desig
n and equipment.
Established methodology for achieving corporate mandated levels of sales and pr
ofitability.
Implemented customer service/sales plan to increase market awareness along with
improving retained client results.
Developed sales and marketing strategies for 9 person sales team.
Result
Substantial sales growth from $2.4 million to $4.2 million (break even status)
the first year and decreased losses from $1.8 million to $90,000 during the same
period
The second year built a backlog of $9 million with projected revenues of $7.6 m
illion and forecast profits of $600,000.
SIEMENS FIRE SAFETY - CHARLOTTE, NC-GENERAL MANAGER- CAROLINAS DISTRICT -(2002 -
2004)
The company is a large publicly held corporation, which I had responsibility of
running one of 33 branches nationwide. I was brought in to turn around the offi
ce which had not been profitable for the entire eight years of existence.
Strategic Position Responsibilities
Responsible for all aspects of management including P&L of sales and installati
on facilities in North Carolina.
Established methodology for achieving corporate mandated levels of sales and pr
ofitability for Carolinas District.
Negotiated and implemented long term contracts with Fortune 500 companies.
Developed a positive working relationship with state agencies and associates by
developing a training program designed to educate personnel about fire/life saf
ety.
Result
Improved the branch to $3 million and break even in first year after a ($1.2 Mi
llion) previous year loss.
Second year increased sales backlog from $1.5 million to $4 million with $3.75
million in revenue and $250,000 profit.
Moved Branch from last in rankings to number nine of 33 within 18 months of my
arrival.
MASTER PROTECTION- ST PETERSBURG, FL -EASTERN REGION MANAGER- (2000- 2002)
The company was a large privately held corporation with annual sales of $120 mil
lion, where I had responsibility for running six of the 26 branches nationwide.
Strategic Position Responsibilities and results
Responsible for all aspects of management including P&L of six facilities with
a total gross revenue of $22 million established by corporate headquarters.
Negotiated long-term purchasing and sales agreements.
Developed positive working relationships with state agencies and associates by
developing a training program designed to educate personnel about fire/life safe
ty.
Increased sales from $15 million to $22 million.
Improved profitability by 50% to $1.3 million in first year with continued grow
th on pace with profit of $1,800,000 for 2001.
DUNN-RITE PACKAGING, INC - ORLANDO, FL - PRESIDENT - (1991 - 2000)
Developed this new facility to profitable $5 million in revenues and sold perso
nal interests 2000.
Academics
B.S. degree - Business Management - Almeda University

On-Going Educational Opportunities

(Included Various Seminars and Training Programs)
ISO Quality Personnel Management
NICET Testing CAD
EEO Drug/Alcohol Training
Fire Suppression Systems Industrial Alarm Systems
Commercial & Industrial Security Industrial Sprinkler Systems

Affiliations
Member of MACF (Manufacturers Association of Central Florida)
Manager - Children's Cancer Fund
Board Member - Little League and YMCA Youth League
Personal
Three grown children. Leisure activities include family activities, golf, coachi
ng children, physical fitness instructor, and a variety of reading interests.