Sue Watkins

About Sue Watkins

Entrepreneurial business professional with 22 years experience possessing a strong background in the trucking industry. My expertise lies in client-vendor relations, management of day to day operations, with the ability to evaluate and understand complex client issues and quickly implement specific and timely solutions to meet their needs in transporting and storing products in our commercial storage space, as well as managing telecom/automotive/lithium battery recycling programs.I strive to continue a prosperous career that allows me to utilize my problem solving abilities, unsurpassed customer service, vast industry knowledge, while seeking out and obtaining new skills which allow me to grow and advance in maintaining a successful and growing business.Skills: Entrepreneur, Operations Management, Business Development, Client Relationship Management, Creative Problem Solver, Self Motivator, Telecom Battery Recycling Program DeveloperPlease feel free to contact me: s••••••••@telecom-transport.com

Experience

1. President

   Telecom Transport Services Inc

   Jan 1998 — Present · US

   Business Owner & Certified Woman Owned Business Enterprise, WOSB @ Telecom Transport Services Inc, Birmingham Key administrator in the development of annual business plans, forecasts, and budgets as well as short and long-term growth strategies.· Handling all finance and employee administration responsibilities including hiring, benefits, accounts payable/accounts receivable, payroll, workers compensation, unemployment, and all required federal and state government filings.· Obtain ongoing certifications and licensure for DOT and OSHA safety and environmental regulations in order to maintain our daily business of transporting freight and maintaining safety in our warehousing environment.· Establish and maintain top notch communication and rapport with clients to ensure they receive the best solutions possible to meet their needs.· Develop strong rapport with all vendors in an effort to grow a relationship and generate business· Plan and implement advertising and marketing strategies to increase business opportunities through social media, networking opportunities for woman owned small business, participation in local business organizations, as well as creating industry connections through trade organizations.· Participate in and provide community outreach and support local and non-profit organizations to accomplish our goals in an effort to give back to those that support us.

Education

• The University of Alabama

  Bachelor's degree

Skills

• Strategic Planning
• Storage
• Dedicated Contract Carriage
• Trucking
• Commercial Moving/Storage
• Hoisting
• Distribution
• Hazardous Materials
• Local/Regional Delivery
• White Glove / Inside Delivery