James Codispoti
Bentonville
Summary
Experienced leader in business consulting and operations, skilled in driving transformation and achieving sustainable growth. Specializes in project management, budget oversight, and process improvement, leveraging a robust background to deliver superior results across diverse sectors.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Consultant
Codispoti Consulting, LLC
Bentonville
01.2022 - Current
- Started a business to provide consulting in business development, management, operations, strategy, assessment, process development, improvement, implementation, and training.
- Led strategic planning sessions with clients to identify key business improvements.
- Developed comprehensive consulting frameworks tailored to client needs and industry trends.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance team collaboration and problem-solving skills.
Sales and Operations
Absolute Janitorial Services
Lowell
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed a 755K annual book of business consisting of 50 locations.
- Bid on post construction cleaning projects, ensuring competitive pricing and service quality.
- Promoted specialized services, including floor care and window cleaning, to improve client satisfaction.
- Established goals and objectives for client facilities aligned with strategic planning.
- Schedule staffing for special events and facility visits.
Facilities Manager
First Baptist Church of Bentonville
Bentonville
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Performed complex management and oversight activities for the daily operations of six (6) buildings.
- Managed annual operational budget of 1 million dollars, overseeing supply procurement for warehouse.
- Established goals and objectives for renovations and repairs, aligning with facility needs.
- Identified over 100K in annual savings through contract revisions initiated prior to my arrival.
Service Area Manager III – Parks Maintenance Operations
The City of Dallas
Dallas
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Performed complex management and oversight activities for the daily operations of two (2) Park Maintenance Service Districts that included over 100 parks and 100 total employees. This included an operational budget of approximately 5 million dollars.
- Developed and assessed budget requests to ensure adequate funding for park maintenance operations.
- Established strategic goals and objectives to guide operational success.
- Developed schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals.
- Coordinated, evaluated, and implemented program activities to align with service district priorities.
- Created comprehensive safety guidelines in response to Covid-19.
- Organized and directed tasks for team members and reports.
- Executed duties with strong initiative and independent judgement.
- Maintained the following licenses and certifications: TDA, CPSI and CPRP.
Parks Manager
The City of Duncanville
Duncanville
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Coordinated and supervised horticulturists, irrigators, irrigation technicians, spray technicians, field supervisors, skilled maintenance workers, maintenance workers, crew workers, and seasonal workers for regular and special event duties, ensuring efficient operations.
- Planned and coordinated construction projects and landscaping activities for maintaining city parks and recreational facilities, enhancing community engagement.
- Wrote and managed contracts for maintenance and upkeep of city parks, medians, roadsides, facilities, and rights-of-way, ensuring compliance with city standards.
- Maintained the following licenses and certifications: TDA, CPSI and CPRP.
Account Manager
Brightview (formerly The Brickman Group)
Dallas
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Served as primary contact for clients, delivering innovative solutions and ensuring high-quality work.
- Facilitated client meetings and site walk-throughs, identifying enhancement opportunities and confirming landscape maintenance operations adhered to quality and safety standards.
- Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and retention.
- Coordinated project timelines and deliverables with internal teams.
- Developed proposals to meet client needs and expectations.
Function Manager in Rotation
Walgreens Distribution Center
Midlothian
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Completed 18-month Lean Six Sigma training program, evaluating and learning hands-on procedures across department functions and their impact on overall success of distribution center.
- Directed daily operations and workflow management in a high-volume distribution center.
- Oversaw inventory control processes to ensure accurate stock levels and organization.
- Trained and mentored staff on safe handling practices and operational procedures.
Business Development / Account Manager
Prestonwood Landscape Services, LLC
Dallas
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Hired as Business Development Manager to target new sales in new market segments and territories.
- Oversaw 100+ properties and 50+ clients in dual role as Account Manager, ensuring comprehensive account oversight.
- Achieved commission-based sales goals by fostering strong client relationships and aiding in budget planning, supporting clients in realizing their 5-year property plans.
- Crafted targeted marketing strategies for each customer segment to maximize engagement.
Business Development / Account Manager
Landcare (formerly TruGreen Landcare)
Dallas
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Exceeded annual sales goal of 400K. Reached 950K through contract renewals and turning around troubled accounts.
- Cultivated new business opportunities and nurtured existing client relationships to drive revenue growth.
- Collaborated with Branch Manager and Operations Manager to assess business needs, identify weaknesses, and develop project plans that enhanced operational safety, efficiency, and profitability.
- Supervised exempt and non-exempt employees in property servicing to ensure high standards of service delivery.
Business Development Manager
Scotts Miracle-Gro
Dallas
01.2006 - 01.2011
- My 2009 Results: National Ranking #8, SW Regional Ranking #1, District Rank #1, 128.4% POS Budget, 143.5% Sales Budget, #1 in nation in $’s over budget at $1,929,433.43 & #1 HD POS increase in the nation 40.9%.
- Managed $75K payroll budget aligning with $15 million POS goal.
- Supervised and trained 10-15 seasonal employees, enhancing workforce readiness for peak season.
- Participated in 2009 Champions Team Program, fostering collaboration and improving team performance.
- Created and implemented a Merchandiser and Counselor Recruiting procedure document that was distributed nationwide for the start of the 2009 season. This procedure is still being utilized in some form today.
Horticulturist / Athletic Fields Foreman
The City of Grapevine
Grapevine
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Coordinated and supervised up to 20 exempt and non-exempt employees to achieve project goals.
- Managed projects as project manager, assigning and scheduling tasks for special events, overseeing construction and maintenance activities for landscaping, irrigation, and upkeep of city parks and facilities.
- Increased citizens overall satisfaction rate of city parks from 85% to 93% due to implementing enriched maintenance schedules and landscaping improvements.
- Maintained commercial driver's license (CDL) and Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) certification, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
Pro-Sales Department Head
Home Depot Landscape Supply
Grapevine
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Expanded contractor sales customer base through implementation of aggressive marketing strategy.
- Consulted retail customers and contractors about their landscaping needs.
- Provided leadership, supervised, educated, and motivated sales support staff.
- Led team of 32 employees to maintain operational efficiency and support sales objectives.
- Collaborated with external vendors to source seasonal plant material.
- Oversaw start-up operations for Grapevine, Texas store location, ensuring readiness for launch.
Business Consultant
Emerald Cut Lawns, Inc.
Cedar Hill
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Consulted as independent contractor, increasing commercial accounts and landscaping revenue by 100K within first 6 months.
- Enhanced profit margins for landscape division by sourcing wholesale nurseries and reorganizing inventory storage and procurement.
- Managed maintenance schedules, asset management, procurement, inventory management, and scheduling of landscape projects, fostering strong customer and employee relations.
Business Consultant
Tom’s Lawn Service, Inc
Ovilla
01.2001 - 01.2002
- My company, Prestigious Lawn & Landscaping, was sold to Tom’s Lawn Service, Inc.
- Consulted as independent contractor to grow commercial accounts.
- Developed a landscape division for the company with two crews and reached 100K revenue in the first year.
- Increased profit percentages for landscape division by sourcing wholesale nurseries and reorganizing inventory storage and procurement.
- Distributed payroll checks weekly, adjusted maintenance schedules daily, managed assets, procured inventory, handled customer and employee relations, and scheduled landscape projects.
Owner
Prestigious Lawn & Landscaping
Cedar Hill
01.1992 - 01.2000
- Executed ownership responsibilities, including accounts receivable/payable, tax reporting/payment, budget management, marketing strategies, and scheduling of operations.
- Oversaw all business operations, including daily office and field activities, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Supervised up to 5 seasonal employees, coordinating tasks to meet operational demands.
- Maintained a growth rate of 20% each year.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Integrated Management
NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY – DEVOS GRADUATE SCHOOL
01-2011
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY
01-1999
Associate of Applied Sciences - Ornamental Horticulture Technology
DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01-1998
Associate of Applied Sciences - Ornamental Horticulture Technology
DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01-1997
Associate of Applied Sciences - Management Careers
DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01-1995
Skills
- Business Consulting
- Project Management
- Account Management
- Contract Management
- Business Development
- Process Improvement
- Process Assessment
- Process Development
- Data & Business Analytics
- Budgeting
- Inventory Management
- Fleet Management
- Asset Management
- Landscape Management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Training & Development
- Managerial Skills
- Human Resources
- Marketing
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Word
- Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Skills
- Work Order Management
- Work Order Management
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Sales and Operations
Absolute Janitorial Services
01.2024 - 01.2025
Principal Consultant
Codispoti Consulting, LLC
01.2022 - Current
Facilities Manager
First Baptist Church of Bentonville
01.2022 - 01.2024
Service Area Manager III – Parks Maintenance Operations
The City of Dallas
01.2020 - 01.2021
Parks Manager
The City of Duncanville
01.2015 - 01.2020
Account Manager
Brightview (formerly The Brickman Group)
01.2015 - 12.2015
Function Manager in Rotation
Walgreens Distribution Center
01.2014 - 12.2014
Business Development / Account Manager
Prestonwood Landscape Services, LLC
01.2012 - 01.2014
Business Development / Account Manager
Landcare (formerly TruGreen Landcare)
01.2011 - 01.2012
Business Development Manager
Scotts Miracle-Gro
01.2006 - 01.2011
Horticulturist / Athletic Fields Foreman
The City of Grapevine
01.2003 - 01.2006
Pro-Sales Department Head
Home Depot Landscape Supply
01.2002 - 01.2003
Business Consultant
Emerald Cut Lawns, Inc.
01.2001 - 01.2002
Business Consultant
Tom’s Lawn Service, Inc
01.2001 - 01.2002
Owner
Prestigious Lawn & Landscaping
01.1992 - 01.2000
Master of Business Administration - Integrated Management
NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY – DEVOS GRADUATE SCHOOL
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY
Associate of Applied Sciences - Ornamental Horticulture Technology
DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Associate of Applied Sciences - Ornamental Horticulture Technology
DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Associate of Applied Sciences - Management Careers
DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE