MITRA KERMANI

29 Trophy Ridge
San Antonio, Texas 78258
(210) 473-9258
mkdccb2c@westpost.net

Dear Sir or Madam:

If your company is searching for a dynamic and effective Senior Executive with a
broad range of talents and a solid record of performance, then you will be inte
rested in reviewing the accomplishments outlined in the enclosed resum.
As an experienced management professional I have a broad range of talents that i
nclude multi-unit management, a proactive leadership style, and excellent interp
ersonal skills. My operations management has involved successful business startu
p and operational turnarounds, company reorganizations, the creation of plans an
d strategies regarding organizational improvement and product manufacturing. I a
m a no-nonsense manager who knows how to make a profit, recruit and motivate a t
eam of achievers, and keep operations focused on organizational objectives. Addi
tionally, my skills in the areas of team development and problem solving have he
lped me fine tune the tools that will assist an organization such as yours.
I am a high achiever who generates enthusiasm through personal leadership and th
e ability to develop consensus and personal pride in performance. My achievement
s in the areas of business growth, productivity improvements, and employee devel
opment would be excellent topics to be discussed in a personal interview. You ma
y contact me at the above address and telephone number to make arrangements for
such a meeting.
Thank you for your time and consideration of my request and qualifications. I lo
ok forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,

Mitra Kermani

Enclosure

MITRA KERMANI mkdccb2c@westpost.net

29 Trophy Ridge San Antonio, Texas 78258 (210) 473-9258
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
President/CEO and Senior Executive with an extensive background in business deve
lopment and marketing and a broad range of proven skills that include:
 Organizational Turnaround Business Startup
New Product Introduction Financial Management
Purchasing Marketing Senior Advisor
Strategic Planning Problem Solving
A dynamic and resourceful business professional who can think outside of the box
and provide the leadership that works effectively in a highly competitive arena
.
CAREER ACCOMPLISHMENTS
ALLIED, INC., San Antonio, Texas 2004 Present
PRESIDENT/CEO P&L responsibility for day-to-day operations of this transportati
on company with 35 employees and 24 vehicles. Successfully . . .
Brokered and managed highly profitable contracts with local companies and gover
nment agencies and provided quality services that generated repeat and referral
business.
Implemented comprehensive changes in human resource management that included tr
aining focused on customer service and safety, improved scheduling, and incentiv
e programs for superior performance.
Reviewed overall operations and reduced operational overhead by renegotiating s
ervice contracts, eliminating redundancy in operations, and improving efficiency
of operations.
Improved safety performance, customer service, and vehicle dispatch through an
effective preventive maintenance program.
Attained profitability within 90 days of taking over operations and consistentl
y managed double-digit growth for the last three years.
MITRANI, INC., Los Angeles, California 1983 1997
CEO Developed the business concept and initiated startup operation for company
that manufactured womens active sportswear merchandise.
Aggressively managed and marketed company outerwear merchandise and developed n
ational contracts with discount stores and major retailers that generated more t
han $12 million in annual sales.
Provided strategies, design concepts, and operational plans; recruited and hire
d employees; and managed an in-house design and pattern-making team.
Developed and implemented company policies and procedures, business strategies,
and marketing programs.
As Senior Executive of Marketing and Designing Department, oversaw the construc
tion of a manufacturing area that employed up to 80 operators.
Finalized contracts with subcontractors for cutting and sewing operations.

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Developed plans and strategies for creation of a professional showroom designed

to hold fashion shows for prospective buyers.
Negotiated private label contract with companies including Macys and other majo
r retailers.
Maintained consistent double-digit growth and profitability through effective c
ontrol of operational expenses and aggressive marketing.
STERLING MERRITTE MANUFACTURING, Los Angeles California 1983 1987
 NATIONAL MARKETING MANAGER Promoted to this position after establishing an exc
ellent record of performance as Executive Marketing Manager for the Los Angeles
showroom of this manufacturer of better womens contemporary clothes. As Marketin
g Sales Manager and Senior Marketing Executive. . .
Oversaw and managed human resource department, sales, and administrative person
nel.
Worked with buyers from major national chains.
Mediated and managed several multimillion-dollar contracts with major retailers
throughout the United States.
ERMITAGE, Los Angeles, California 1981 1983
MARKETING EXECUTIVE Established a solid record of performance as Top Marketing
Executive for this import/export company that sold high-end womens contemporary
clothing.
EDUCATION
Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership with a focus on Industrial Psy
chology, The University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas, 2010
Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology, The University of Texas at Sa
n Antonio, Texas, 2004
Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, California State University, Los Angel
es, California, 1985
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Computer skills include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail,
and Internet research.
A seasoned business traveler with extensive national and international business
travels; holds a current U.S. passport.

Objectives: Looking for executive positions.