NATHAN FRIEDMAN

3028 NW 2nd Avenue

Gainesville, Florida 32607
(954) 290 - 5657 nfe0b2
f0@westpost.net

QUALIFICATIONS
Entrepreneur ~ Innovator ~ Leader
Bright and dynamic go-getter with eight years' experience leading innovative mar
keting firm to continuously improving revenue and market share. Diverse backgro
und includes post-graduate studies in accounting and international business; cur
rently pursuing CPA. Self-motivated and determined to excel: maintained a GPA
in excess of 3.5 while working full-time. Expertise in strategic planning, mark
et plan execution, capital asset oversight, cost containment, budgeting/finance,
customer service, staff training, supervision and mentoring. Excellent communi
cation and interpersonal skills; champions an environment of accountability and
autonomy. Willing to travel; willing to relocate.
Areas of expertise include:
*Accounting/Budgeting
*Policy/Procedures
*Health and Safety
*Forecasting/Reporting
*Recruitment/Retention
*Facilities Management
*Sales and Marketing
*Training/Development
*Risk Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UBER PROMOTIONS INC, Gainesville, FL, 2002 - Present
Principal/CEO
* Strategic and tactical leadership of team of 50 in this marketing and promotio
nal organization, featured in multiple magazine and newspaper articles, with ann
ual revenue in excess of $500,000; provides creative drive; directs sales and ma
rketing initiatives.
* Ensures the completion of all accounting and financial documentation: prepares
, reviews and analyzes financial statements; prepares and files federal and stat
e income and payroll tax returns, sales tax reports; manages bank reconciliation
s and job costing and expense management.
* Sources best deals in promotional products; negotiates contracts on bulk promo
tional items with international vendor partners.
* Key point of contact and liaison for clients (including Anheuser Busch, AXE, M
iller Lite, Papa Johns, University of Florida, Ocala Jai-Alai and Poker Room, AC
C apartment complex, Bento Sushi Restaurant Chain, HotSpot Tanning Chain): esta
blishes and enhances relationships; resolves issues.
* Marketed properties and managed negotiations for profitable sales.
* Delivers an exceptional promotional experience; collaborates with clients to d
evelop a vision and ensures successful execution of some of the largest events (
with up to 5,000 participants) in North/Central Florida.
* Recruits, trains, mentors and supervises all accounting, administrative and sa
les personnel; fosters an environment of teamwork and superior service.
* Promoter of Concerts for national acts such as "We The Kings" and "A White Tie
Affair."
ITALIAN QUARTER INC. AND THE SLOPPY GATOR INC., Gainesville, FL, 2006 - 2008
Owner/Manager, Italian Quarter Inc (Gelato, Bistro and Sports Lounge), 2007 - 20
08
Owner/Manager, The Sloppy Gator, Inc. (Bar and Grill), 2006 - 2007
* Designed and supervised construction of business facilities; organized busines
s startup; interviewed, hired, and trained employees.
* Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to achieve the best possible pricing for
product and inventory.
* Directed all aspects of day to day operations: staff management, accounting an
d administration, including city permitting, zoning issues, marketing and event
promotions.
* Recognized and addressed operational deficiencies thereby reducing expenses an
d positively impacting the bottom line.
* Conceived innovative marketing solutions targeting a new and profitable client
ele group; devised and managed special events on location to attract in excess o
f 4,000 patrons daily.
* Coordinated all health and safety initiatives; assured a clean and safe workpl
ace for all employees.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, Gainesville, FL
Master of Arts in International Business, 2006
Graduate Certificate in New Venture Creation - Entrepreneurship, 2006
Bachelor of Science in Accounting (minors in Economics and Criminology), 2005
FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY, Boca Raton, FL
Master of Science in Accounting, 2010
Certified Public Accountant, expected completion 2011
Florida Real Estate License, 2006

PERSONAL INTERESTS
* Personal fitness and weight training.
* Exotic animals: owns a pet Wallaby (small kangaroo) featured in newspapers an
d magazines.
* Featured as an actor / model in national TV commercials for Axe Hair Products.
* Avid traveler: explored 28 countries.
* NAUI scuba certified.