Tom Rudden
Parker
Summary
Dynamic operations executive with 13+ years of proven success in driving operational effectiveness, revenue growth, and multi-site leadership within automotive reconditioning. Expert at translating enterprise strategies into field-executable plans, leading acquisition integrations, optimizing asset utilization, and enabling consistent operational standards. Skilled at coaching District Managers and Project Leaders, facilitating GS&R processes, and building scalable systems that improve financial and operational performance. Trusted partner to senior leadership, known for aligning execution with corporate vision, and fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. knowledgeable about operations and offering top-notch project management, team leadership, and problem-solving abilities. Ingenious in maximizing resources to meet challenging demands. Analytical leader with excellent multitasking abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Dent Wizard International
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Provide strategic leadership across six districts.
- Partnered with Division VPs to deploy enterprise-wide initiatives consistently across districts, driving alignment with divisional goals.
- Oversaw capital asset utilization, implementing ROI forecasting, and lifecycle planning.
- Led Goal Setting & Review (GS&R) processes for seven division project managers, enhancing accountability, team engagement, and alignment with business priorities.
- Strengthened compliance and safety culture, ensuring OSHA/EPA standards, and risk management practices were reinforced in field operations.
- Delivered executive-level reporting and insights to senior leadership, connecting operational performance with strategic objectives.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance workflow and productivity.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align operational goals with company objectives.
District Manager
Dent Wizard International
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Supported field managers with structured project execution and coaching, aligning with operational support priorities.
- Streamlined workflows, reducing cycle times, and enabling scalable growth in competitive markets.
- Partnered with Operations leadership to deploy new services and expand district capabilities, increasing market share.
- Coordinated customer service initiatives to improve client satisfaction and retention.
- Managed all personnel matters within the district including recruitment, hiring, performance reviews, disciplinary actions.
- Developed strategic plans for increasing sales, reducing costs, improving operations efficiency.
- Analyzed financial data for each store in the district to identify areas of improvement or growth potentials.
- Oversaw daily operations for multiple service centers across the district.
Area Operations Manager / Body Shop Manager
Dent Wizard International
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Managed operations across multiple facilities, overseeing production, quality, and client relationships.
- Achieved 98% profitability targets through disciplined budgeting and labor optimization.
- Implemented lean initiatives, improving efficiency by 20%, and reducing rework by 15%.
- Standardized best practices across eight facilities, embedding accountability, compliance, and operational consistency.
- Championed a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with all OSHA, EPA, and regulatory requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO01.2007
Skills
- strategic leadership
- Change management
- Operational excellence
- Process optimization
- Talent development and coaching
- Financial acumen
- P&L oversight
- ROI forecasting
- Acquisition integration
- Scalability
- Safety and risk management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Business insights
- Microsoft Office Suite
- ERP and CRM systems
- KPI dashboards
- Budget forecasting
- Financial Analysis
Community Board Service
- Volunteer, Gabby Krause Foundation – supporting family-focused initiatives.
- Mentor & Coach for youth athletes – fostering teamwork and leadership.
- Former Board Member, Park View Little League – driving community youth programs.
Timeline
Director of Operations
Dent Wizard International
01.2022 - 12.2024
District Manager
Dent Wizard International
01.2018 - 12.2021
Area Operations Manager / Body Shop Manager
Dent Wizard International
01.2012 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Colorado
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