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Hydro-Vac, Inc.

HVI has been a family-owned and operated company since 2001. In 2020, Caleb stepped in on a truck and worked part-time at night and on the weekends to learn what it took to run the company from an operational and business standpoint. Caleb has started and sold his small businesses, so his experience as a young entrepreneur transfers over to his role at HVI.

- Caleb oversees ongoing business operations within the company. 
- Jobsite crews and office staff report directly to Caleb. 
- Caleb is reporting directly to the CEO.

Currently, Caleb oversees close to 20 employees and 7 service crews.

Chief Operating Officer

- Directing the day to day operations. 
- Directing 6-7 crews, fleet vehicles, and managing 12-14 people.
- Online job bidding and estimating. Proficient in several construction softwares.
- Fielding all company / customer calls and emails.
- Assisting in recruiting new employees, fielding resumes to the CEO
- Running advertising ads across platforms. 
Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, and web platforms.
- Overseeing the Hydro Excavation division; invoicing, billing, vendors, and health & safety program.
- Daily, weekly, and quarterly reports for various organizations. Such as DOT, FMSCA, and various Unions.

—— ACHIEVEMENTS ——
- In 4 months, I have assisted in hiring, onboarding, and training 2 full-time crews. 
- Bringing in an additional 50-100k gross per month. 

- In 6 months, I completely took over bidding/estimating. 
- Largely contributing to the 400% increase in net income for the company.

Head Operations Manager and Coordinator

Framework - Construction Recruiting

Helping framework connect more people to more opportunities through online and social media initiatives.

Consultant / Contractor Role

- Creating videos
- Online campaigns 
- Assisting in the recruitment process

Marketing Outreach Consultant

Fouss Vending

Self Started a Vending Machine Company from my Dorm Room.

* Providing Vending Machines AND Micro-Markets to businesses sized Small to Medium 
* Scaling the business consistently 
* Donating a Percentage of Profits to various charities designed to help people out of crisis

—— ACHIEVEMENTS ——
Sold the company. Bought by a vending machine startup company. 
* Exited at 21 years old.

Ambassadors for Business

* Consistently served as a volunteer at AFB events
* Assisted in setting up and takedown of the event
* Assisted in maintaining the community and socializing of the events
* Engaged with numerous local professionals in their field
* Built long-term friendships with local business executives
* Spoke on the "Do Something Initiative" at an event

Ambassador

5 Things About ME ⬇️

- I’m a Christ Follower
- I’m a Husband
- I’m a Father 
- I’m a Business Owner
- I’m a Coach & Consultant 


CALEB Fouss 👷🏼‍♂️👨🏼‍💻

Rally House

Lead Retail Operations for Upper Midwest including MN, MI, IL, IA and NE.

Regional Director

David's Bridal

Awards: 
MVP Regional Director
#1 Excellence Profitability
#1 Excellence Customer Service
#1 Excellence Sales Performance

Successfully stabilized bottom performing region within first 9 months leading company in profitability results. Significantly improved customer service and selling metrics through increased team alignment, development and morale. Recognized as RD MVP for 2022 producing top regionals profitability for second consecutive year.

ANN INC (Ann Taylor | LOFT | Lou & Grey)

District Manager

eyebobs

Successfully refined brand retail strategy for brick and mortar startup. Created and executed store standard operating procedures, people structure and development processes and led a successful selling and conversion model strategy. Involved in store design creation and project management through store opening as direct contact with architect and contractor teams. Created and implemented strategic visual merchandising plans and simplified inventory management process and approach leading to improved margin and sales records.

Director Of Retail Operations

Gymboree Group

Successfully led the Crazy 8 brand of stores in the eastern half of the United States comprised of a team of 15 district managers and 221 stores. Accomplishment include creating and implementing a culture changing selling model which helped craft and execute a company-wide brand relaunch. Was chosen to hold a special assignment leading half of the corporate store operations team while simultaneously leading the regional field team. Helped guide the organization through a successful reorganization of field and store structure while maintaining brand leading financial results.

Pacific Sunwear

T-Mobile

Market Manager

Gap Inc.

American Eagle Outfitters

Training Store Manager

Strategic | Futuristic | Competition | Maximizer | Deliberative 

A dynamic and results-driven sales executive, with established expertise in directing retail operations and a proven affinity for leading and growing brands. Ability to build teams and partnership across all business functions that deliver exceptional experiences for both internal and external customers. 

Highly skilled in all aspects of retail sales leadership, including profit and loss responsibilities, human resource functions, budget administration, forecasting, visual merchandising, strategy creation, store and regional succession, and customer service. Applies comprehensive knowledge of human resources and compensation, combined with exceptional communication skills and a keen eye for identifying talent, to establish a track record of success in recruiting, hiring, training, and developing incredibly effective and efficient teams.

Skills:
-Teamwork
-Project Management
-Outstanding People Skills
-Strong Communication
-Presentation Skills
-Attention to Detail
-Results Driven
-Problem-solving Abilities
-Customer Service

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The Battle

CALEB Fouss 👷🏼‍♂️👨🏼‍💻

Chad Fouss

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