Eric Brakke

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About Eric Brakke

Experienced building industry business & franchise Owner/Operator with a demonstrated success. Many transferable skills from several industry categories: sloped glazing, room additions, lifestyle products, weatherization, light manufacturing, restaurants, hot tubs, basement finishing & waterproofing, restaurant management. Skilled in both hands-on work and training others, hiring/managing, negotiation, budgeting, contracting, coordinating sub contractors/supply chain sourcing including imports, residential and commercial design & sales, business startup, showroom & operation build outs, operations & project management, service/warranty, scheduling, optimizing resources, delivering exceptional service. Coordinated marketing teams, events, and business development activities necessary to reach a $7 mill annual sales business. Coached and developed many employees and peer businesses locally and in franchisee network on sales and entrepreneurship. Capable of managing personnel while producing in either superintendent/builder or sales management/selling role. Strong business development and new trend identification instincts. Affinity for design/sales and developing new businesses. Some Michigan State University courses, manufacturers' specific training, and significant on-the-job learning. Industry & franchise network contributor: former BIA Remodeler Council and Nari member and franchise advisory board plus peer groups related to award winning high volume business. Seeking to leverage my energy, enthusiasm, and experience for new professional learning and opportunities for the next decade of my career.