I thrive in dynamic environments where strategic clarity and execution matter. I'm now seeking roles where I can bring this hybrid mindset-corporate structure + entrepreneurial hustle-to business operations, talent strategy, or cross-functional leadership positions.
bradley Russell
@bradley_russell
Business Operations & People Strategy Leader | Talent Systems | Strategic Execution Mindset
What I'm looking for
Operations-focused leader with a uniquely entrepreneurial background spanning HR strategy, talent systems, trading, and real estate project management. Over the past five years, I've operated outside the traditional 9-5, independently managing high-stakes financial trading, and overseeing real estate renovation projects. My approach is grounded in systems thinking, risk analysis, and operational improvement. I thrive in dynamic environments where strategic clarity and execution matter. I'm now seeking roles where I can bring this hybrid mindset-corporate structure + entrepreneurial hustle-to business operations, talent strategy, or cross-functional leadership positions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Independent Day Trader
Independent Day Trader
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 4 months)
Managed personal trading portfolio focused on equities, options, and futures, executing intraday and swing trades to achieve consistent returns
Gained working knowledge of trading platforms (Thinkorswim, NinjaTrader) and basic C# code for margin/leverage mechanics, enhancing trading efficiency
Project Manager & Investor
Self-Employed Real Estate Venture
Feb 2019 - Feb 2021 (2 years)
Oversaw the full renovation and flip of a residential property, managing contractors, timelines, and budgets
Managed changing priorities and tracked progress of multiple projects using Gantt charts, ensuring all deadlines were met ahead of schedule
Developed and maintained business-to-business relationships with numerous companies, leading to increased collaboration and project opportunities
Used MarketPay and PayFactors to benchmark jobs to the market and compiled market data reports, aiding in competitive salary structuring and informed compensation decisions
Supported leaders in communicating the total compensation package to staff, including job grades and salary bands, which improved transparency and employee understanding of compensation structures
Managed the full cycle recruiting process for 500-700 storage facilities in the eastern United States
Counseled 35-50 district managers on recruiting strategies and best practices
Managed 110-120 requisitions in a high-volume recruiting environment and conducted in person interviews
Originated KPI metrics to help organization achieve goals faster than previous quarters
Consulting Projects
Utah State University
Apr 2014 - Mar 2016 (1 year 11 months)
Hiring Procedures Overhaul | Eastern Idaho Entrepreneurial Center
Overhauled hiring procedures at Eastern Idaho Entrepreneurial center via job analysis construction
Employee Engagement Focus Groups | Devon Energy
Spearheaded 39 focus groups concerning employee engagement and presented findings to Devon Energy leadership team
Human Resources Generalist Intern
Juniper Systems
Aug 2014 - Dec 2014 (4 months)
Onboarded employees using a newly designed structured interview process, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and improving onboarding efficiency
Improved employee application procedures, ensuring compliance with EEO Standards, Title VII, and diversity and inclusion laws, which enhanced the candidate experience
Office and Marketing Manager
Keller Williams Real Estate
Mar 2014 - Aug 2014 (5 months)
Managed full-time work responsibilities while preparing for and applying to graduate school, demonstrating strong time management and organizational skills
Supported a team of three employees who totaled $7.5 million in real estate sales in four months
Created marketing materials that were distributed to 600+ people, leading to sales of two homes and $30,000 profit
District Leader
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
May 2007 - May 2009 (2 years)
Full-time volunteer service role, public speaking, community outreach, cross-cultural communication (Spanish)
Ice Cream Server / Pizza Delivery Driver
Baskin Robbins & Dominos Pizza
May 2004 - May 2007 (3 years)
Worked two full time jobs concurrently to save money for college and service mission
Eagle Scout
Boy Scouts of America
May 2004 - May 2007 (3 years)
Developed leadership skills from youth, led community projects, earned highest rank, service, skill mastery
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Utah State University
MS, Human Resource Management
2014 - 2016
International trip to China to learn how multinational corporations operate in foreign countries
Brigham Young University - Idaho
BS, I/O Psychology
2009 - 2014
Designed and conducted research project regarding integrity in the workplace, earning prize at research conference
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