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BRUCE L.

DAVIS, CPA
12311 NW 7th Court Cellular: 305.793.8386
Coral Springs, FL 33071 brucedavismail@aol.com Home: 954.575.2485

Accomplished Human Resources Executive as well as Certified Public Accountant. Proven ability to
deliver strategic business plans and build high performing teams through collaboration and listening
for understanding. Demonstrated ability to support and develop direct reports and employees, while
ensuring business results. Superior analytical skills and expertise across multiple disciplines including:
• Strategic Planning • Leadership Development/Executive Coaching
• Associate/Employee Relations • Operations Integration
• Compensation/Benefits/Total Rewards • Customer Service & Satisfaction
• HR Staffing/Business Alignment • Multiple Unit Performance Management

EXPERIENCE

JM Family Enterprises, Inc., Deerfield Beach, FL 1996 – 2007


A $12 Billion diversified automotive company with 5,000 employees with operations specializing in
automotive distribution and processing, financing, insurance and warranties, and third party financial
services. Ranked 18th on Forbes list of largest privately held US companies and ranked eight
consecutive years on Fortune’s Top 100 Best Companies. Major subsidiaries include: Southeast
Toyota Distributors (world’s largest privately held distributor); World Omni Financial Corp.; JM&A
Group; and JMSolutions.

(Corporate positions reporting to Executive Management Team Member and EVP - Human
Resources & Administration.)

Vice President, Human Resources Operations (2006 – 2007)


Responsible for Human Resources operations, recruiting, retention, talent management, and
executive coaching company-wide. Six direct reports and 42 indirect reports.
• Led creation of core competency model for all HR positions
• Established system-wide Skip Level Meetings within HR Operations
• Led cross-functional team’s recruiting process review assessment, resulting in improved
indicators such as cost per hire, time to fill, and customer satisfaction

Vice President, Compensation / Benefits/Total Rewards (2003 – 2006)


Directed compensation and benefits strategy, development and administration; retirement services;
workers’ compensation; and HR data management. Five direct reports and nine indirect reports.
• Initiated transfer of JM Family’s healthcare program to third-party provider, with a projected
first year savings of 10% or $3.5 Million
• Streamlined and prepared retirement services processes for automation and/or outsourcing
• Led system-wide review and compliance for 2004 Fair Labor Standards Act changes

Vice President, Financial Services (1998 – 2003)


Responsible for World Omni Corp. and JM&A Group Human Resources operations; including
associate relations and executive coaching. Three direct reports and eight indirect reports.
• Led HR merger and acquisition team
• Responsible for implementing benefit and compensation programs
• Drafted and negotiated all Senior Manager and Executive separation agreements
BRUCE L. DAVIS, CPA 2.

Director, Associate Relations / Staffing (1996 – 1998)


Responsible for investigating and recommending resolutions for all employment claims and
allegations, as well as, recruiting, hiring, and retention of talent company-wide.
• Revised call centers’ recruiting policies and processes resulting in reduced staffing time and
cost per hire
• Represented management at all mediations and labor settlement conferences
• Created associate relations reporting system and database

FPL Group (NYSE: FPL), Juno Beach, FL 1979 – 1996


Largest renewable energy company in the United States. Top wind-energy generator and solar-power
operator in nation.

Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), Plantation, FL:


Largest electric utility in Florida and one of the fastest growing in the US, serving more than 4.4 million
customers. Nation’s leading utility for customer energy efficiency programs.

Positions Held Include:


• Benefits Manager • Accounting Supervisor
• Internal Auditor • Procurement Agent
• Distribution Supervisor • Minority Business Coordinator
• Auditing Supervisor • Human Resources Manager

• Served key role in establishing internal controls and policies required to ensure compliance with
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.
• Member of original Review Board established to ensure compliance with company policies and
procedures during first Re-staffing Selection Process that reduced workforce by 20%.
• Created first Procurement Data Base that identified, monitored activity, and reported on small and
minority owned vendors’ participation.

DELOITTE, Miami, FL 1977 – 1979


One of nation’s leading professional services firm in audit, tax, consulting and financial advisory
services. Firm recorded $11 billion in revenue and expanded its US. workforce to more than 44,000 in
FY '08. Recognized as “an employer of choice”.

Clients included the following industries:


• University Education
• Banking
• Entertainment
• Technology
BRUCE L. DAVIS, CPA 3.

CUMMINS ENGINE COMPANY (NYSE: CMI), Columbus, IN 1976 – 1977


Global power leader of complementary business units that design, manufacture, distribute and service
engines and related technologies, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission
solutions and electrical power generation systems. Customers in 160 countries through network of
550 company-owned and independent distributor facilities and more than 5,000 dealer locations.
Revenue of $11.4 billion in 2006.

Accounts Payable Supervisor


• Developed and implemented matrix to assist supervisors in determining optimum time to add
head count versus paying employee overtime.
• Initiated standing meeting with area union steward, reducing grievances filed.
• Enhanced departmental policies, procedures, and performance assessments.

EDUCATION /CERTIFICATION

Graduate Studies - Organizational Leadership (2011)


Grand Canyon University - Ken Blanchard College of Business
CPA, State of Florida
BS, Accounting, Florida A&M University

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

Society for Human Resource Management


American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Florida State Board of Accountancy
National Association of Black Accountants
Institute of Management Accountants

AFFILIATIONS
(Representative List)

Board of Directors – United Way of Dade County


Board of Directors – Urban League of Broward County
Board of Directors – Florida Regional Business Council, Inc.
Board of Directors – Coral Springs’ Community Redevelopment Agency
Board of Directors – Purchasing Management Association
Board of Directors – NFL/YETC Advisory Board

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