TITLE
Owner, Manager
TIME PERIOD
July 2008 - August 2010
LOCATION
San Francisco, California
Project Description
PROJECT SUMMARY
During a slow period at Stewards Group, I decided to break away and start my own business to fulfill demand from clients who wanted large construction projects. I specialized in gardens, kitchens, and bathrooms, subcontracting licensed trades while focusing on customer relations, sales, and design. Over the years, I successfully completed numerous projects, ranging from quick fixes to extensive remodels.
This venture marked my first step into entrepreneurship, and I was guided through business formation, branding, and client relations by my mentor, Bob. While I gained invaluable business experience during this time, my contracting skills didn’t grow as much as I hoped. I also encountered significant challenges with administration, particularly around accounting, cash flow, and legal/tax compliance.
At the time, I was more focused on selling and building creative projects than managing the administrative side. However, I learned that I need a strong team around me to handle the backend operations so I can focus on what I do best — developing and selling innovative ideas.
FIRM DESCRIPTION
Signet Builders was a home remodeling company based in San Francisco, specializing in creating functional designs tailored to our clients’ unique lifestyles. We handled a variety of general construction activities, with a focus on backyard transformations, kitchen and bathroom remodels, and masonry applications.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
Project Management
Sales, Marketing
Some Construction Activities, coordinating sub contractors
ACCOMPLISHMENTS INCLUDE
Starting my own profitable business at 22 years old
Extensive list of happy clients
Journeyman level trade knowledge in plumbing, electrical, masonry
Work Examples