ERIK A.

KAWADRI
23210 East River
Grosse Ile, MI 48138
734.777.7619
ekfe5530@westpost.net
CHANGE MANAGEMENT * BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Diversely experienced from start-up to rapid growth, work-out to turnaround-reme
dying problems and creating infrastructure, financial controls, and business pro
cesses to achieve strategic objectives.
Accomplished and results-oriented entrepreneurial business professional and chan
ge agent with demonstrated success in identifying and developing commercial oppo
rtunities that add value, boost revenue, improve market share, and increase marg
ins. Business developer and revenue builder with proven ability to drive growth
and deliver millions in revenue, as well as significant competitive leads. Build
and solidify competitive position, profitability, cost savings, and performance
excellence. Seasoned and experienced public speaker and articulate presenter, i
nnovative in thought and solutions, and driven to succeed and excel; adept at pe
rsuasion, power, and influence.
CORE COMPETENCIES
* Cost Reduction and Revenue Growth
* Investor Relations and Commercial Negotiations
* Risk Management and Mitigation
* Labor Relations and Consensus Building
* Process Development and Implementation
* Multi-tasking and Project Management
* Vendor and Resource Management
* Team Building and Leadership Skills
* Strategic Planning and Tactical Execution
* Strong Business Acumen and Problem-Solving
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
KAWADRI & COMPANY, LLC, Newport, MI / Kawadri & Company Holdings, Newport, MI (1
993-Present)
Kawadri, Inc., Westland, MI (1996-Present), All Star Storage, Inc., Newport, MI
(2001-Present)
Frenchtown Auto Spa, Inc., Newport, MI (2005-Present), Lucan Coin and Amusements
, Inc., Westland, MI (1998-2004)
Owner/President
Market consulting services to a diverse group of clients in healthcare, governme
nt, manufacturing, distribution, finance, and non-profit industries while provid
ing leadership, direction, and coaching to sales staff personnel. Structure and
execute deals in partnership with other investors for various real estate develo
pment projects. Effectively negotiate with banks, investors, tenants, and munici
palities to manage real estate assets and promote the sale of development projec
ts. Network and deal with prospects ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500
companies. Prepare and conduct sales initiatives for presentations to executive
management and key stakeholders.
* Founded, managed, and operated a successful parent company that grew multiple
associate business ventures in real estate, warehousing and storage, and vending
and mechanical amusement.
* Acquired 69 properties under contract and a $250 million Westland Town Center
commercial development.
* Increased investor ROI by 37% annually and grew real estate investment portfol
ios by $9 million in 3 years.
* Settled vending equipment contracts totaling over $12 million during a success
ful 6-year business cycle.
* Grew business from the ground up to generate annual sales in excess of $2 mill
ion and sold for profit.
* Managed and coordinated a 21-member staff of management, service technicians,
and sales representatives.
GENERAL MOTORS POWERTRAIN, Warren, MI (1993-1997)
Program Coordinator, Executive Salaried Personnel/Labor Relations Representative
Served as primary liaison among General Motors Powertrain superintendents, labor
relations community, and technical universities. Managed the recruitment and pl
acement of 250 highly specialized engineering and professional-grade students. F
orecasted, developed, and implemented long-term initiatives to retain and recrui
t key personnel.
* Formulated compensation packages and administered salaried executive personnel
, working directly with executive recruiters and temporary agencies to align wit
h strategic objectives.
* Conducted undercover labor and grievance investigations and resolution, admini
stered both national and local labor agreements, and negotiated contract between
GM and the United Auto Workers Local 160.
* Presented and educated new labor processes to management, labor relations, and
engineering community throughout GM POWERTRAIN.
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN - Bachelor of Arts, Economics (1998)
AUBURN UNIVERSITY/CLAREMONT MCKENNA COLLEGE - Ludwig Von Mises University (1994)