Steven J. Broyles
501 Laurel Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025 (650) 283-2312 sb@stevebroyles.com
Hands-on, results-oriented problem solver seeks to combine science background with entrepreneurial experience in a dynamic work environment where adaptability and hard work yield meaningful and fiscally rewarding results.
Profile
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Self-Starter/Entrepreneur – Built successful real estate/development business in Costa Rica with annual sales in excess of US $6 million. Trained and managed 10 employees/associates.
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Writing/Analysis – Wrote/Maintained highly-regarded travel website for over ten years. Published columns in business journals and local newspaper. Co-Authored industry report on Water/Wastewater.
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Negotiator – Brokered multinational recycled steel purchasing/shipping agreement between parties in Korea, USA and Costa Rica valued at $2-$3 million annually.
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Leadership – Served as director on the board of “Pro Mejoras de Tamarindo” a local not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the region through working with local government.
Professional Experience
Founder/Broker Bratton Broyles & Associates. Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Founded boutique realty/development firm specializing in vacation homes and raw land for development and land banking. Created successful international marketing strategy and web presence. Led sales team, recruited top agents and managed development operations. Built respected local business with reputation for honesty and integrity while adapting to the daily challenges of doing business in a foreign country.
Senior Consultant Environmental Business International. San Diego, CA
Business consulting/publishing firm dedicated to the environmental industry. Developed marketing strategy and technology market assessments for companies from start-up to Fortune 300. Researched and and re-wrote 800+ page comprehensive annual report on Water/Wastewater industry. Co-wrote reports on Alternative Energy industry.
Director Jocelyn Broyles Original Designs & Jewelry. Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Focused marketing efforts for product placement in 61 US and international locations including Costa Rica, Haiti and the Bahamas. Streamlined production through personal interviews with manufacturing representatives. Re-structured debt to effect savings of over 25%.
Founder, Marketer, Content Producer Sandcruiser. Carmel, CA
Secured sponsorships from 18 international and niche businesses within the off-road community for 12-month overland expedition within the Western US and Central America. Created, photographed and co-wrote highly ranked web site (www.Sandcruiser.com).
Education/Skills
BS in Ecology Behavior & Evolution (Biology). University of California, San Diego. 1996.
American Field Service International Exchange Program. Vigo, Spain. 1991-1992
Computer Programs: MS Office, Sketchup, Photoshop, Thumbs+, Google Earth, HTML, FTP, Mac/ PC.
Languages: Native English, Near-Native Spanish (written and verbal).
Overseas Living Experience: Antarctica, Costa Rica, Spain, Singapore, The Philippines, Mexico.
Interests: Green Technology, Cooking, Permaculture, Cars, Surfing, Electronics, Travel, Aquaria.
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