Candidates About

Ron Karmen

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position where I can maximize; the many years of experience, vast amount of skills, knowledge and education to further advance my career.

SKILLS

·         IP Network Routing and Switching – WAN/ LAN; IP addressing; TCP/IP and OSI models; etc.

·         Telecom Transport and Routing Infrastructure –  SONET/SDH; FDM/DWDM/TDM; Fiber Optics; etc.

·         Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, ​Outlook, Publisher, Visio, etc.

·         Project Management – IPEC; Traditional; OPM3; PRINCE2; BRM; VPM; etc.

·         Communication – Verbal; Nonverbal/Listening; Motivational; Written; Public Speaking; etc.

·         Leadership – Team Building; Conflict Management/Resolution; Multitasking; Problem Solving; etc.

·         Sales – Account Management; Client Acquisition; Negotiating; Networking; Marketing; etc.

CERTIFICATIONS

Microsoft® Certified Professional

Microsoft® Technology Associate: Networking Fundamentals

Microsoft® Technology Associate: Microsoft® Operating System

EDUCATION

Tulsa Technology Center                           Tulsa, OK

Cisco Certified Network Associate           Completed - May, 2014

Community College of the Air Force        November 1995-

Combat Logistics Support                          December, 2001

Broken Arrow High School                         Broken Arrow, OK

General Education                                      Completed - May 1995                                           

WORK EXPERIENCE

Planning NP&I                                            CenturyLink                                                     Tulsa, OK               June 2014 – Feb. 2018
        Summary:   Help drive revenue by identifying the most cost effective off-net solutions for new sales opportunities in a specific sales channel. Leverage a range of specialized quoting tools, databases, vendor contracts, and tariff information along with close familiarity of the channel and customer accounts. Project management responsibilities including, but not limited to, providing status, driving vendors, and managing both internal and external escalations. In just 3 years, I have produced over $2 million in savings through equipment reconciliation, increased cabinet space and monthly power consumption.

Internet Manager                               Regional Hyundai                         Broken Arrow, OK                   June 2013 – May 2014

         Summary:  Contacted by the General Sales Manager, due to our previous employment together at Nissan and my impressive sales numbers, to fill the position of Internet Manager. My duties included: filter all Internet traffic, qualify clients, set appointments, get financing approved and close the sales. During my time, I maintained a month to month increase in revenue while completing my Cisco Certified Network Associate certification at the Tulsa Technology Center.

New & Used Car Sales                               Bob Moore Nissan                         Tulsa, OK                               February 2013 – June 2013

         Summary:  Maintain knowledge of new and used vehicle inventory specifications across multiple manufacturers, direct buyers to vehicles that fulfill their wants and needs, overcoming objections; negotiating price; completing sales or purchase contracts; explaining and offering warranties, services, and financing; deliver vehicle explaining all characteristics, capabilities, and features. Achieved Salesperson of the Month in first month on the Sales floor, as well as, the second and fourth month.

Internet Manager                        Jackie Cooper Imports    Tulsa, OK                         December 2009 – February 2012

         Summary:  Plan, coordinate and execute Internet Sales operations consistent with overall business strategy to increase gross annual sales each year. Provided networking support for Dealership with LAN/WAN, Internet connectivity, install or update all software, hardware, malware and anti-virus software and set up work stations for new hires.

Insurance Sales Agent                Trinity Life Insurance                                  Tulsa, OK                   February 2007 – March 2009

         Summary:  Knowing the Founder of the Holding Company, I was offered a position to sell the initial product of Whole Life Insurance with Annuity Rider to friends and family of the Stock Holders by going door-to-door with invitation only letters. The root of my sales experience come through the knowledge and training from 4 individuals with a combined total of nearly 100 years’ experience.

Bartender/Manager                 Cowboy Sharkies                            Tulsa, OK                 January 2005 – June 2008

         Summary:  Manage restaurant, bar and catering events. Maintain bar operations; special-event setups; prepare staff schedules; insure bar is adequately staffed on all shifts; replenish all bar supplies, inventory and cash drawers. Successfully tracked and maintained a liquor/sales ratio to produce a 12% increase in annual revenue over previous years.

Shop Foreman                        T-Town Sheet Metal                            Tulsa, OK                               February 2002 – December 2005

         Summary:  Oversee all operations to include but not limited to; managing employees; production and fabrication of duct work; welding; inspection of all completed orders and shipping manifests; read blueprints to bid jobs; operated Computer Assisted Plasma cutting machine for large ductwork orders. Successfully negotiated contract with Wal-Mart to perform updates on their smoking break rooms across Oklahoma. Performed largest HVAC removal and installation project in company history on Penn Square Mall in Oklahoma City, OK.

MILITARY

United States Air Force / E-4

November 21, 1995 – December 07, 2000

HONORS AND PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

National Technical Honor Society, 2013-14

Business Professionals of America, 2013-14