Arthur Fournier
Naperville,IL
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Verizon, driving operational excellence through collaborative leadership and strategic initiatives. Proven track record in budget management and crisis management, achieving significant revenue growth while enhancing team capabilities. Expert in navigating complex regulatory environments and fostering strong industry partnerships to unlock new opportunities.
Business Operations Executive offering 20 year history of leading strategic and tactical business initiatives. Proven expertise in large-scale business transformation and change management to consistently exceed company objectives. Offering effective communication, team building and coaching skills with commitment to fostering company vision and building professional culture rooted in trust and mutual respect.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
National Senior Director of Construction
Verizon
01.2023 - Current
- Directed cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive strategic initiatives.
- Implemented innovative solutions to optimize project management processes across diverse departments.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team capabilities.
- Analyzed market trends to inform strategic decision-making and identify growth opportunities.
Senior Director of Real Estate
Verizon
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with executive leadership to define organizational vision and strategic priorities.
- Oversaw budget management, optimizing resource allocation to drive operational excellence.
- Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, fostering collaboration and mutual growth opportunities.
- Directed design and execution of business transformation initiatives to drive performance, profit optimization and growth opportunities.
- Navigated complex regulatory environments to ensure compliance with local laws, standards, and regulations relevant to the business domain.
Director of Real Estate
Verizon
10.2004 - 01.2016
- Developed and implemented comprehensive operational strategies to optimize resource allocation.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
- Led cross-functional teams to exceed benchmarks for SLA delivery, staying on top of challenging schedules with multiple competing timelines.
- Achieved remarkable turnaround of underperforming divisions through strategic leadership and restructuring.
- Secured lucrative partnerships to expand market reach, negotiating favorable terms.
Skills
- Collaborative leadership
- Culture transformation
- Team management
- Policy development
- Data analytics
- Contract and vendor management
- Budget management
- People management
Timeline
National Senior Director of Construction
Verizon
01.2023 - Current
Senior Director of Real Estate
Verizon
01.2016 - 01.2023
Director of Real Estate
Verizon
10.2004 - 01.2016