1. G E N E L L M . P A L A Z O L A
(901) 619-0461 8394 Walnut Tree Drive
gpalazola@gmail.com Cordova, TN 38018
B U S IN E S S D E V E LO P M E N T / AC C O U N T
M AN AG E M E N T P R O F E S S IO N A L
Detail oriented, resourceful and outgoing professional has more than 5 years of experience
showcasing aptitude for abstract thinking and displaying in-depth knowledge related to
business marketing, statistics, economics and accounting. With proven track record of meeting
and exceeding quarterly and annual goals, completing several sales training to enhance skills in
this dynamic field. Demonstrates competence in uniquely assessing customers’ wants and
needs due to extensive hands-on project work involving product development, manufacturing
scale-up and process efficiency. A self-motivated candidate excels under stressful and fast
paced environment. Recognized for exhibiting high energy and positive attitude and quickly
adapting to new procedures and policies.
 Articulate Communication Skills  Excellent Quantitative & Analytical Skills
 Mastery in Team Leadership  Strategic Planning & Implementation
 Versed in Project Management  Multitasking & Organizational Skills
P R O F E S S IO N A L E XP E R IE N C E
Research and Development
 Assisted in the development of new processes and improvement of current manufacturing
process; managed and scheduled most of the Pilot Plant’s scale up projects.
 Prepared and conducted experiments for the development of processing procedures;
drafted procedures for new and/or improved processes.
 Gathered information and analyzed data in provided recommendations; operated and
maintained equipments; developed operational procedures for all equipments.
 Communicated regularly with product chemists, product managers, sales representatives,
procurement specialists, quality control specialists, lead engineers, manufacturing operators
etc.
 Managed scale up projects of new chemical processes; collaborated with development
chemists to produce operational procedures for new products.
 Handled ordering of raw materials and scheduling pilot production; created trial products in
the appropriate vessel; directed analysis of final product for accuracy.
 Oversaw packaging and shipping of products to customer for trial in a timely manner;
worked with manufacturing to efficiently scale up the process for mass production.
 Resolved problems regularly; established experiments on the product’s production process
to either solve the issue or eliminate production as the root cause.
 Re-evaluated current process to find areas of improvement and cost savings, which may
include shorter processing times and cheaper resources.
C AR E E R H IS TO R Y
Buckman International, Progressive Roles July 2010 – Present
Pilot Plant Specialist II (Jan 2013 – Present)
Pilot Plant Specialist I (July 2010 – Dec 2012)
Aerotek Inc., Pilot Plant Associate Sep 2009 – July 2010

2. E D U C ATIO N & TE C H N IC A L S K ILLS
Christian Brother University, December 2013
Masters of Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing
University of Alabama, August 2009
Bachelors of Science in Chemical and Biological Engineering
DOT/IMDG Hazardous Materials Transportation Training, April 2013
Papermaking Technologies Sustainability Training, November 2012
Comprehensive Account Management Programs Training, September 2012
Getting Things Done Workshop, July 2012
PHA Leadership Training using HAZOP, What-If, or Checklist Methodologies, April 2012
Waste Elimination Workshop, January 2012
Dimensions of Professional Selling 1, October 2011
Transformational Leadership Associates Workshop, September 2010
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)  MacroView  Workfront
N O TAB LE H IG H LIG H T S
 Recipient of GEM “Going the Extra Mile” Award for contributions to the development of an
experimental dry strength resin and new Corn Oil Recovery aids.
 Led teams in the development of a marketing plan for Clean Memphis, a non-profit
organization, and a funding promotions plan for Germantown Symphony Orchestra.
 Involved in TNAchieves and First Works at Highland Heights as a mentor; participates in Junior
League of Memphis, Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority and Make-A-Wish New Crew as a
member.
 Served on Blues Ball Junior Host Committee in 2012.
References Gladly Provided Upon Request