1. MARIANNE VESCE – 19 Whisper Woods Drive Somers, CT 06071
860-798-6262
marianne.vesce@yahoo.com
PROFILE
Accomplished Business/Operations Manager
Results driven, strategic Business/Operations Manager with solid financial, business development and operations
optimization focus. A professional who drives change through strong leadership with the unique ability to focus on both
strategic and tactical activities. Trusted advisor to senior management who is recognized as possessing the ability to lead
teams and influence others.
Key Strengths: Energetic; quality-driven; detail-oriented; strong work ethic. Exemplifies a blend of technical expertise,
process excellence and customer dedication – ensuring the delivery of customer-driven solutions that are flexible, scalable
and cost-effective. Offer a unique combination of analytical / financial ability, dedicated to operational excellence, and a
positive, growth-focused entrepreneurial spirit.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BELCAN CORPORATION – Windsor, Connecticut 2003-Present
Business/Operations Manager (2011-Present)
Manage high level business, financial & operation duties for 3 sites with combined annual sales of ~95 million. Establish
and maintain business relationships with key customers. Continually analyze current business practices and streamline
processes to increase profitability and implement cost reduction opportunities throughout Belcan. Assist Senior Operations
Manager in increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of Belcan’s Support Staff, to include IT, HR & the Facility/Security
Office. Prepare internal & external Monthly/Quarterly financial reports.
Developed financial tools and processes which are utilized to train Business Unit Operation Managers which have
proven to reduce waste, and increase profit.
Assess new and existing Business Units for profitability, and procedures. Continuously develop cross functional teams
and ensure operations are running lean and aligned to other sites.
Prepare and accountable for the preparation of the yearly budget and quarterly forecast which are reported to Senior
Management and VP of Engineering.
Monitor revenue and margin inclusive of rate and volume metrics by contrast to plan/forecast.
Conduct in-depth multi-factorial analysis to identify key drivers of financial results.
Perform monthly reporting and financial close responsibilities inclusive of Monthly Operating Review and Quarterly
Review.
Manage administrative staff of 5 who support several business units as well as oversee an HR administrator and
Facility/Security Office.
Standardized and consolidated business processes across several Belcan business units which resulted in the reduction
of G&A by ~$150K.
Account Manager for United Technology Aerospace Systems developing key relationships with Procurement, and
Sourcing.
Championed ACE projects focusing on billing and time card errors. Developed strategic processes resulting in annual
cost savings of $75K.
Project Manager – Quality Engineering (2008-2011)
Managed the daily activities of 40 personnel, generating ~$4 million in annual revenue with a 10% profit margin. Secured and
quoted projects, interfaced with customer, located and hired staff, reported metrics as required. Achieved high profitability and
Customer satisfaction ratings.
Office Manager (2003-2008)
Served in a leadership role providing a wide variety of analytical, planning and staffing needs for 200 employees. Core
functions involved day to day operations, staffing, and business reviews. Completed Business Process Improvement projects
including: Spend Forecasting, Quoting, and Billing.
MOBILE MEDICAL – (1997-2003)
Operations Manager – Performed operations, logistics and sales support functions which deployed mobile medical units to
companies to perform medical surveillance. Prepared manpower projections and reviewed monthly metrics. Developed
standardized processes, and planned and developed new business markets. Key contributor to company’s growth – positioning
it successfully for subsequent sale.
2. CERTIFICATIONS, AWARDS, TRAINING
Certifications, Training
HR Generalist Certification
Family Medical Leave Act Certification
Project Management Certification
Communication
ACE Principles – Trained, and proficient in ACE Tools
Employee Engagement
Team Lead for Belcan Employee Engagement Activities
United Way Focal; 2014, 2016
Awards
Belcan Wings of Success Awards; 2009, 2010, 2012, 2014
References
Steven Houghtaling
Senior Vice President
Belcan Engineering, LLC
860-308-4869
David Beliveau
Direct or Engineering
Belcan Engineering, LLC
860-384-8431
Stuart Gray
Senior Operations Manager
Belcan Engineering, LLC
859-250-0726