Executive Career Overview
Welcome
Thank you for your interest. This resume is shared selectively and highlights my background as a fractional operations specialist and independent consultant. It’s intended for contract, interim, or project-based roles where experienced leadership and cross-functional support are needed.
Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to discuss a potential fit.
Thank you for your interest. This resume is shared selectively and highlights my background as a fractional operations specialist and independent consultant. It’s intended for contract, interim, or project-based roles where experienced leadership and cross-functional support are needed.
Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to discuss a potential fit.
Richard Miller
📞 916-870-3434 | ✉️ [email protected]
📍 Open to CA, HI & Remote |
Fractional Consultant | Business Development Leader | B2B Strategist
Dynamic business advisor with 15+ years leading growth initiatives across B2B sales, marketing, operations, and channel strategy. Known for stepping into high-impact roles as a fractional CMO/COO, sales coach, or strategic project lead. Versatile communicator with a fine arts/design foundation, instructional expertise, and a track record of real-world business turnarounds.
Key Strengths
Professional Experience
Carmel Consultants – Business Coach & Fractional Consultant
2017 – Present | California & Remote
Blue Bus Consulting – Fractional CMO / B2B Sales Consultant
2012 – 2015 | National
Classic Concrete Coatings – Founder / Artisan Contractor
2007 – 2011 | Northern CA
Nextel Communications – Regional Channel Strategist
2001 – 2003 | Western U.S.
Additional Experience:
Education & Certifications
B.A. – Communications (Instructional Design Focus)
B.F.A. – Fine Arts (Top of Class)
📞 916-870-3434 | ✉️ [email protected]
📍 Open to CA, HI & Remote |
Fractional Consultant | Business Development Leader | B2B Strategist
Dynamic business advisor with 15+ years leading growth initiatives across B2B sales, marketing, operations, and channel strategy. Known for stepping into high-impact roles as a fractional CMO/COO, sales coach, or strategic project lead. Versatile communicator with a fine arts/design foundation, instructional expertise, and a track record of real-world business turnarounds.
Key Strengths
- Fractional Leadership: Sales Ops, Channel Development, Strategic Consulting
- Business Coaching: Operations Improvement, Decision-Making, Process Optimization
- B2B Sales & Marketing: CRM, Playbooks, Cold Outreach, Account Expansion
- Project Management: Training Systems, Cross-functional Execution, Contractor Oversight
- Visual Communication: Branding, Media Strategy, Client-Facing Messaging
Professional Experience
Carmel Consultants – Business Coach & Fractional Consultant
2017 – Present | California & Remote
- Helped 40+ small business owners clarify goals, improve systems, and boost revenue.
- Led strategic planning, training, CRM optimization, and hands-on sales interventions.
- Known for shifting from advisory to implementation role as needed.
Blue Bus Consulting – Fractional CMO / B2B Sales Consultant
2012 – 2015 | National
- Revitalized sales pipelines for commercial print firms; created CRM and outreach systems.
- Delivered sales training, outbound playbooks, and consultative marketing strategy.
- Aligned owner goals with revenue-focused sales campaigns.
Classic Concrete Coatings – Founder / Artisan Contractor
2007 – 2011 | Northern CA
- Built a top-tier decorative coatings company; awarded for multi-million-dollar home projects.
- Led all sales, production, and training; recognized for technical/artistic innovation.
Nextel Communications – Regional Channel Strategist
2001 – 2003 | Western U.S.
- Drove 800% growth in mobile data sales; led partner training and enterprise tech adoption.
- National sales leader; translated tech into ROI-based business solutions.
Additional Experience:
- M-Power VOIP – Launched Sacramento region, trained sales team (2000–2001)
- AMMG – Business Adviser, digital training project lead (1998–2000)
- Hansen IT – RFP strategist, municipal enterprise software (1996–1998)
- Nutec Publications – Consultative print sales (1993–1996)
- Harte Hanks – Strategic ad sales, turned around failing territory (1991–1993)
- DuBois Chemicals – Technical field sales, hospitality/laundry clients (1986–1989)
Education & Certifications
B.A. – Communications (Instructional Design Focus)
B.F.A. – Fine Arts (Top of Class)
- California State University, Chico
- Certified Business Coach
- Certified Life Coach
- K–12 CA Teaching Credential
- CSLB Contractor License
- Advanced training in Adobe Creative Suite, FileMaker, and Instructional Systems