Brent Ellison
Oracle
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in product solutions, demonstrating a strong ability to engage specialists and potential customers. Proven expertise in understanding complex product functions and competitive offerings. Committed to staying informed on cutting-edge developments to drive business success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager
BrightView Landscape Services
Tucson
08.2025 - 04.2026
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to enhance business opportunities.
- Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and promote repeat business.
- Presented proposals and contracts to clients, showcasing service benefits and value.
- Monitored industry trends to adjust strategies and stay competitive in the market.
- Identified potential clients, built relationships, and negotiated contracts.
- Determined business development opportunities and implemented effective strategy for client acquisition.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and market share.
- Generated leads and capitalized on valuable business opportunities to bring in new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
- Identified new customers through pipelining, pre-qualification and territory analysis and management.
- Conducted research on industry trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to maximize return on investment.
- Fostered long-term partnerships with key industry players to enhance market presence.
- Implemented CRM strategies to improve customer engagement and retention.
Director of Construction
Santa Rita Landscaping
Tucson
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Responsible for day to day operations of all construction departments
- Oversee 147 employees including four department managers
- Ensure profitability of a 21 million dollar budget
- Write budget for construction departments
- Review profitability of each job
- Ensure safety standards are being followed
- Work with vendors to ensure the best pricing
- Resolve customer issues in a timely manner and maintain relationships for long term growth.
- Ensure quality and productivity by doing site visits regularly.
- Review aspire software to manage financials and job productivity
President
Ellison Construction Group, LLC
Overland Park
03.2018 - 05.2023
- Directed daily operations of the construction and roofing business.
- Supervised project managers and sales team to enhance collaboration and project outcomes.
- Oversaw financials and P&L.
- Manage commercial roofing projects, tenant finishes and residential projects
- Track progress of jobs ensuring we are on time and on budget
- Developed networking and marketing strategies to drive business growth.
- Reviewed bids for accuracy, reducing the risk of costly errors.
- Generated detailed bids from building plans to facilitate project budgeting.
Project Manager
Four Corners Roofing
Wellsville
07.2016 - 03.2018
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects, balancing commercial and residential demands to meet client expectations.
- Directed daily operations to optimize workflow and enhance service delivery in roofing business.
- Track progress of jobs ensuring we are on time and on budget
- Schedule crews and review scope of work with foreman
- Ensured precise cost projections to support strategic decision-making and budget adherence.
- Contacted customer's insurance company to address inquiries and resolve issues.
- Ensured timely payment for staff to maintain morale and productivity
- Grow business through networking and marketing
Skills
- New business development
- Lead generation
- Sales forecasting
- Sales management
- Project coordination
- Vendor management
- Business administration
- Financial forecasting
- Operational efficiency
- Expense reports
- Market expansion
- Strategic planning
- Contract negotiation
- Team leadership
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Budget management
Community Volunteerism
- Garnett Chamber of Commerce, President
- Cornstock, Board Member
- Garnett Church of the Nazarene, Board member
- York Church of the Nazarene, NYI President
- United Way, Volunteer
- Anderson County Historical Society, Member
- Habitat for Humanity, Volunteer
Timeline
Business Development Manager
BrightView Landscape Services
08.2025 - 04.2026
Director of Construction
Santa Rita Landscaping
07.2023 - 03.2025
President
Ellison Construction Group, LLC
03.2018 - 05.2023
Project Manager
Four Corners Roofing
07.2016 - 03.2018