ricky grasso

small business owner

About

After graduating from the University of Massachusetts (Dartmouth) I became a recruiter for Robert Half International. I've worked for some great companies and one thing I've learned is, doing what you love is what will truley make you happy . I'm also a Veteran and recently obtained my hoisting license, an opportunity the LIUNA Training Center afforded me, Classes/Prep for test and set me up for success. While at Umass I was also 4 year letter winner in football. Currently I'm a active member of LIUNA Laborers International Union North America. Local 138. I believe in everything the Union stands for. I'm going on 3 years and have gained experience I never thought was possible . I still have a dream of fulfilling my passion which is helping disadvantaged youth find their way in life. Opportunities were provided to me and and I made it a point to pay it forward. Hard working, responsible, and the ability to communicate are my strengths. I'll never make rash decisions, everything I do is well thought out. Never be afraid to ask a specialist if you don't have an answer ;)

Country

united states

City

boston

Industry

environmental services

Skill

negotiation, customer relations, coaching, interviewing, new business development, sales management, employee relations, talent acquisition, account management, performance management, leadership development, team management, team leadership, mentoring, full cycle recruiting, business development, customer service, human resources, interviews, leadership, management, microsoft excel, recruiting, sourcing, sales

Experience

sales and business development

complete staffing solutions

2007-9 - 2009-4 · 1 yr 8 mos

Dial the phone, have 30 lead generating conversations a day and set up 6 client visits a week. Absolute minimum. Increase revenue

associate

daley and associates, llc

2012-1 - 2012-7 · 7 mos

project manager

neponset valley construction

2010-3 - 2011-12 · 1 yr 10 mos

Worked with home owners on various projects including Roofing (Replacement), Windows, Siding and Weatherization. Worked closely with Property Management Companies on various projects. Maintained budget throughout assigned project, tracking inventory, ordering stock. Responsible for reviewing contracts (AIA) ensure NVC was in compliance and project guidelines were being met. Administrative tasks

consultant and assistant vice president

olsten

2007-1 - 2007-5 · 5 mos

Strategic Consulting, including business plan & sales strategy development. Worked with each Branch Manager providing best practices to increase Branch profitability.

vice president of sales and operations

teamwork staffing service

2003-1 - 2007-1 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Teamwork Staffing Service was a placement agengy that specialized in Light Industrial Staffing. Boston MA. and Brockton MA (Southeastern Office)

division director

robert half

1999-1 - 2003-1 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Managed team of 6-8 Staffing Managers Managed full cycle recruitment process. Which included but not limited to interviewing potential candidates, marketing to potential clients, managing existing accounts and filling open client jobs. Cross selling other Divisions within RHI. Managed Divisional P&L. Responsible for driving business and increasing revenue. Participated in hiring process for internal employees.

infantry

us army

1994-3 - 2000-1 · 5 yrs 11 mos

United States Army Reserves - Airborne Assault School (Fort Benning) 2B ASI -Obtained Rank of (E-4) Specialist -Honorable Discharge

union laborer

aggregate industries

2016-7 - 2017-2 · 8 mos

small business owner

grasso green lawn tree & shrub care

2015-1 - Present · 11 yrs 9 mos

Lawn Care Company that speacializes in fertilization, insect & weed control. In addition we provide tree and shrub care service.

Education

university of massachusetts dartmouth

1989-1 - 1993-1 · 4 yrs 1 mo

balch school

1983-1 - 1986-1 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Activities and Societies: Lunch, recess, kickball, resource room!

university of massachusetts dartmouth

sociology

1995-1 - 1999-1 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology; *Accepted into University through the College Now Program. Successfully completed program. I sponsored various students. Served as "Key Note Speaker" at College NOW's annual "Share the Dream" banquet. *NCAA Football 4 year letter winner (Umass Boston as freshman) Activities and Societies: Umass Dartmouth Football, College Now Program