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    • Rick Elguéseba
    • Bio & Skillsets
    • Professional Experience
    • Education & Credentials
    • Links & Contact Info
  • Rick Elguéseba
  • Bio & Skillsets
  • Professional Experience
  • Education & Credentials
  • Links & Contact Info

Professional Experience

Self-Employed 2020 to Present

CiLuMar Creations

Owner – Designer, marketer and market researcher of my on-line store for motivational and comical mugs and gifts. CiLuMar Creations


CiLuMar Travel

Owner – Travel Specialist helping create memories for my clients one vacation at a time. CiLuMar Travel


CiLuMar Catering

Owner – Chef, marketer and server of small catering company focusing on dinner plates and small events. IG: @cilumarcatering


Lyft - 08/2020. - 09/2021

Driver – Pick up and drop off passengers in various areas of Ventura, Santa Barbara and Los Angeles Counties as per instructions on the Lyft app ensuring a safe, comfortable and pleasant ride for each passenger.


Door Dash - 05/2020. - 08/2020

Driver – Pick up and deliver food orders for customers as per instructions on the Door Dash app ensuring prompt and safe delivery of each order.


Bright Event Rentals 2017 to 2020

A full-service rental company providing unforgettable details for memorable special events.

Operations Manager - Carpinteria, CA

Responsible for the management of field operations and warehouse operations comprised of installation, loading, dish room, linen, flooring and canvas processing.  Created a positive workplace environment as well as a culture of safety and good morale among the operational staff.

Classic Party Rentals 2015 - 2017

The nation’s largest event rental company with over 30 years of experience.

Assistant General Manager – Carpinteria, CA

Assist the General Manager in the day to day operation, sales goals and overall strategic direction of the organization.  Instrumental in improving employee morale, implementing change in processes and procedures as well as cultivating a culture of safety, service and respect.

Self-Employed 2013 to 2015

Procuresource

Supplier Account Manager – Sales of optimized listings for various suppliers in a free online directory of cooperatives and the contracts available through those cooperatives to public agencies.  Solicitation, online demos and follow-up with clients.


FindATrucker.com

National Account Manager – sales of subscriptions to a job board specifically for the trucking industry.  Solicitation, online demos and follow-up with clients.


Small Business Growth Alliance

Independent Business Consultant – Providing small to mid-size businesses a variety of back office services such as electronic payment systems, web management and payroll services.  Cold calling, pre-set appointments and consultative sales approach.

Clean Harbors, Inc. 2011 to 2013

Leader in providing comprehensive environmental, energy and industrial services.

Director of Industrial Services – Western Region

Oversaw operations for three branches in the Western Region.  Managed total revenue of $9.2M, implemented business development strategies for growth in the market place and cultivated key pertinent relationships with customers.  Establish good reputation for the company by sponsoring golf tournaments and other activities.  Instrumental in leading the region to a TRIR rating of 0.00 by cultivating a culture with safety as a core value.

Republic Services, Inc. 1999 to 2011

An industry leader providing reliable and responsible recycling and waste disposal services.

General Manager – Ventura & Santa Barbara Counties (2008 – 2011) 

Oversaw operations for 3 divisions encompassing 2 collection companies and 1 transfer station/material recovery facility (MRF) within Ventura and Santa Barbara counties.  Managed $28M total revenue across Oxnard, Ventura and Santa Barbara; leveraged business development and organic growth strategies to achieve significant improvements in volume handled per day.  Established firm as well-known organization in the community by sponsoring evening events, golf tournaments and other activities.


Assistant General Manager – Humble, TX (2005 – 2008) 

Supported functions for the General Manager and implemented initiatives across the $30M residential collections division; ensured other departmental leaders within sales, administration, operations and maintenance reached goals and objectives established by the organization.  Challenged to enter an environment of turmoil based on unfair compensation and favoritism within the labor force; collaborated with attorneys to turn around division by requiring proper documentation, establishing fair compensation packages and requiring accountability from all employees.


Operations Manager – Arlington, TX (2003 – 2005) 

Directed business functions for industrial, commercial and residential units; led team of 8 operations supervisors to execute re-routing projects, orchestrate municipal start-up’s and achieve revenue targets.


Residential & Industrial Supervisor/Industrial Sales Representative, Hutchins, TX (1999 – 2003) 

Championed the City of DeSoto project from conception to completion; led start-up, established business operations and coordinated all 3 lines of business to achieve profitability.  Initiated several process improvements to increase productivity and customer service excellence to include implementing new pay system and establishing roll-off innovative service.  Consulted with sales representatives for compactor sales contracts and installation services; provided experienced advice on pricing, regulations and company guidelines.

All American Waste, Inc. 1995 to 1999

Provider of temporary and permanent waste collection and disposal solutions.

Manager – Dallas, TX 

Conducted accounts receivable, accounts payable, account management, client services and dispatch for industrial and commercial lines of business.  Active in customer relations and standardized operating procedures to increase company revenue and profitability.

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