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bradley Russell

@bradley_russell

Business Operations & People Strategy Leader | Talent Systems | Strategic Execution Mindset

United States

What I'm looking for

 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.

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

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Current

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

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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

Extra Space Storage logoES

Compensation and Benefits Analyst

Feb 2017 - Feb 2019 (2 years)


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

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Lead Recruiter

Mar 2016 - Sep 2017 (1 year 6 months)

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

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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

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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

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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

BP

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

BA

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  logoUU

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  logoBI

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

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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