Bulent Ozkan

Founder/Owner
PRIMA AUTO FINANCE Inc. & CUPS & CONES Inc. | Marietta, GA & Kennesaw, GA
May 2010 - July 2010

• PRIMA AUTO FINANCE: Founded a pre-owned vehicle dealership offering reliable, affordable cars, which consistently increased sales year-over-year. Expanded business to include a service and tire center, driving additional revenue.
• CUPS & CONES: Launched a coffee, ice cream, and pastry shop, introducing European pastries to the local market. Achieved rapid sales growth, resulting in the successful sale of the business to focus on other ventures.
• Managed both businesses simultaneously, driving sales and operational efficiencies while maintaining a strong customer-focused approach in both industries.

• Directed all purchasing, sales, and marketing operations for a team of 41 employees.
• Led a task force that resulted in a 7% increase in annual sales, reaching $2.5M in revenue.
• Spearheaded expansion, increasing the number of retail stores from 4 to 10.

• Improved budgeting and forecasting accuracy through diligent record-keeping and reporting.
• Conducted audits and identified internal compliance issues, helping streamline financial operations.
• Enhanced financial reporting processes, ensuring transparency and accuracy in accounting.

Managed a team of 41 employees and led the implementation of a new financial tool to help associates meet sales targets.

• Interior and exterior design concepts implemented at 5 stores
• Managed team of 3 interior designers and construction team of 2
• Hands on approach/follow up on developing trends to execute new store design pro- actively

• Managed procurement and saved $150K annually by forming a strategic alliance with domestic wholesalers.
• Led a team of 2 purchasing analysts to ensure cost-effective operations.

• Increased quarterly sales by 10% and successfully expanded stores from 3 to 5 locations.
• Recruited and managed a team of 15 sales associates, ensuring consistent performance.