Jerry Telson
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Marlin Hutchens
Jerry is a highly qualified leader with very good business acumen. I could always count on Jerry to deliver results on both sales and profits, He has the ability to approach a problem and diagnose it in a way to get to the root of the problem and not just the symptoms. Jerry is a very good team builder. He is a good judge of peoples strengths and weakness. Coaching skills are where he really excels in his team building ability. Jerry can be the biggest cheerleader, provide direction, teaching but also be able to apply discipline fairly. It are these qualities that allow his team to respect him and work together to achieve results. I have no doubt Jerry will be successful in whatever endeavor he pursues.
John Foley
Jerry is a passionate, innovative leader. He has strong experience in project management, change management, format development and acquisition integration. Jerry has a proven track record of delivering results.
Marlin Hutchens
Jerry is a highly qualified leader with very good business acumen. I could always count on Jerry to deliver results on both sales and profits, He has the ability to approach a problem and diagnose it in a way to get to the root of the problem and not just the symptoms. Jerry is a very good team builder. He is a good judge of peoples strengths and weakness. Coaching skills are where he really excels in his team building ability. Jerry can be the biggest cheerleader, provide direction, teaching but also be able to apply discipline fairly. It are these qualities that allow his team to respect him and work together to achieve results. I have no doubt Jerry will be successful in whatever endeavor he pursues.
John Foley
Jerry is a passionate, innovative leader. He has strong experience in project management, change management, format development and acquisition integration. Jerry has a proven track record of delivering results.
Marlin Hutchens
Jerry is a highly qualified leader with very good business acumen. I could always count on Jerry to deliver results on both sales and profits, He has the ability to approach a problem and diagnose it in a way to get to the root of the problem and not just the symptoms. Jerry is a very good team builder. He is a good judge of peoples strengths and weakness. Coaching skills are where he really excels in his team building ability. Jerry can be the biggest cheerleader, provide direction, teaching but also be able to apply discipline fairly. It are these qualities that allow his team to respect him and work together to achieve results. I have no doubt Jerry will be successful in whatever endeavor he pursues.
John Foley
Jerry is a passionate, innovative leader. He has strong experience in project management, change management, format development and acquisition integration. Jerry has a proven track record of delivering results.
Marlin Hutchens
Jerry is a highly qualified leader with very good business acumen. I could always count on Jerry to deliver results on both sales and profits, He has the ability to approach a problem and diagnose it in a way to get to the root of the problem and not just the symptoms. Jerry is a very good team builder. He is a good judge of peoples strengths and weakness. Coaching skills are where he really excels in his team building ability. Jerry can be the biggest cheerleader, provide direction, teaching but also be able to apply discipline fairly. It are these qualities that allow his team to respect him and work together to achieve results. I have no doubt Jerry will be successful in whatever endeavor he pursues.
John Foley
Jerry is a passionate, innovative leader. He has strong experience in project management, change management, format development and acquisition integration. Jerry has a proven track record of delivering results.
Credentials
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Certified Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
Experience
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Sweetheart Ice Cream, Inc
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United States
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Wholesale
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Operations Officer
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Oct 2022 - Present
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mymedicalimages.com
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Consultant
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May 2020 - Present
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GLG
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Legal Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Consultant
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Feb 2020 - Nov 2022
Consult with a variety of companies and investment firms regarding operational and regulatory issues impacting retail community pharmacy such as:Pharmacy New location openings Real Estate evaluation Supply Chain Logistics Contracting, regulatory, legal and compliance challenges Current trends Barriers and Solutions in retail pharmacy operations Ordering Inventory levels of acute and seasonal products antibiotics and antivirals Receiving Reimbursement OTC Retail challenges General Operations Ordering Receiving Staffing and Payroll best practices Pricing Procurement
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AlphaSights
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United Kingdom
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Information Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Consultant
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Feb 2020 - Nov 2022
Consult with a variety of companies and investment firms regarding operational and regulatory issues impacting retail community pharmacy such as:Pharmacy New location openings Real Estate evaluation Supply Chain Logistics Contracting, regulatory, legal and compliance challenges Current trends Barriers and Solutions in retail pharmacy operations Ordering Inventory levels of acute and seasonal products antibiotics and antivirals Receiving Reimbursement OTC Retail challenges General Operations Ordering Receiving Staffing and Payroll best practices Pricing Procurement
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FLAVORx
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United States
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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Corporate Vice President - Strategy & Development
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Dec 2019 - Oct 2022
Developed sales strategy for major US chains. Created, developed and enhanced C-Suite, Corporate and Field Relationships. Created, negotiated and executed contracts with new and existing customers. Created a business case for expansion. Created with marketing our Brand Essence Strategy to drive positive outcomes through adherence awareness. Added over $6M in new business in a new industry and organization. Successfully executed installation, and removal strategy in 2500+ locations. Developed a business strategy to build excitement in field operations to drive our automated offerings. Consulted with major retailers at corporate support centers on how to bring this new product into their locations. Identified the synergies needed to enhance this product channel and demonstrate the win/win benefit of providing our solutions to meet their needs
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Walgreens
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United States
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Retail
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100 - 200 Employee
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Director Pharmacy and Retail Operations
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Mar 2015 - Nov 2019
I led and manage all aspects of operations driving execution of strategic integration initiatives across all business units in The Greater Tampa Bay area in Florida:To include: retail self-service, retail pharmacy, clinics, specialty pharmacy and all other business units. • I directly supervise a team of twelve and indirectly over 2500 team members working with a collaborative team in a cross-functional environment to include Real Estate, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Pharmacy, Clinics, Inventory, Supply Chain, IT, Facilities, Media Relations and Internal Communications to maximize our ROIC and continue to grow our business and market share.Drug store operations management professional for a national leader in retail drug industry.• Experience of 39 years in retail drug store operations, to include 2 years of corporate experience in addition to 11+ years as a District Manager for stores covering 3 states coupled with 18 years in store management. . • Expertise includes broad types of markets including suburban, city and tourist locations, as well partnerships with local health systems. • I am known for team building skills, personnel development, creative marketing and dynamic relationship building with government, education and community sectors. • Proven ability to prioritize and manage change; solid achievements in integration of new business models and other companies in Walgreen’s core operation.•Matrix-managed cross-functional teams to include Real Estate, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Pharmacy, Clinics, Inventory, Supply Chain, IT, Facilities, Media Relations and Internal Communications.
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Director, Store Operations
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Sep 2013 - Mar 2015
Lead and oversee execution of strategic integration initiatives across all business units nationally: retail self-service, retail pharmacy, clinics, specialty pharmacy and other business units as needed. Matrix-manage cross-functional teams of up to 40 in Real Estate, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Pharmacy, Clinics, Asset Protection, Inventory, Supply Chain, IT, Facilities, Media Relations and Internal Communications. Initiatives are forecasted to save $40+ million.
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District Manager
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Jun 2010 - Sep 2013
Led a team of 1,800 – 1,900 employees in 35 retail locations in Manhattan, Bronx, Queens and Westchester county. Manage an annual P & L of $350+ million and all aspects of ROI: operations, sales, profitability, market share, recruiting and developing talent, merchandising, marketing, inventory control, pricing strategy, facility maintenance, vendor relations and community outreach. Served as government liaison. Integrate all prescription services with work site pharmacies and clinics. LeadershipRevenue Generation / Profitability ImprovementVendor Management / PR / Community Involvement
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District Manager - Drug Store Operations
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Feb 2002 - Jun 2010
Led a team of 1,375 employees in 41 retail locations in CT and MA with an annual P & L of $325+ million.
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Store Manager
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Sep 1980 - Feb 2002
Managed all aspects of operations for various retail locations with up to 55 employees and annual P & L of $18+ million.
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Education
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Kennedy Western University
Bachelor of Science (BS) – Business Administration, Business Administration, Management and Operations
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