Brian Beckner
Director of Operations · Aerodynamic Engineering, Inc.
Aliso Viejo, CA
In My Own Words
Deep experience leading negotiations, budgeting, purchasing, and putting efficient workflows in place to maximize productivity and performance.
Work Experience
Director of Operations
Aerodynamic Engineering, Inc.2010 – Present
- Manage day-to-day finances including payroll for $10 million manufacturing firm - Service customer accounts, increasing revenue 14 percent in one year - Guided the company through severe financial challenges and business disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. Successfully managed application for the Paycheck Protection Program and Employee Retention Credit securing more than $2 million in tax-free government funding - Oversee entire HR and benefit function including recruiting, payroll and implementing medical, dental and 401k programs
Operations Manager
Motorcycle Safety Foundation2008 – 2010
- Directed motorcycle/ATV training programs throughout entire east coast - Planned, organized and executed trade shows, press events and media tours - Liaised with powersports OEMs in order to promote a wide variety of training programs
Account Executive
Boutique PR/Marketing Agencies2004 – 2008
Automotive, tech and motorsports PR. Pitched and secured media placements, launched products, produced content, liaised with media.
Operations Supervisor
UPS1998 – 2004
Managed successful large-scale logistics operation with focus on safety, production and motivation.
