Functional
Executive Resume Template

Jordan Ellis

Seattle, WA | (123) 456-7891 | [email protected]

Objective

Dynamic executive leveraging a wealth of experience in strategic and operational leadership. Eager to utilize a robust background in business development, strategic planning, and team leadership to foster organizational success and innovation at a progressive company.

Skills

Strategic Planning

  • Engineered and executed strategic blueprints, driving a 30% increase in organizational revenue across five years.
  • Collaborated seamlessly with diverse teams to hatch and implement prolific business strategies.

Business Development

  • Mastermind behind exploring and harnessing new business frontiers, driving a remarkable 25% boost in organizational revenue.
  • Fostered and enriched lasting relationships with key business entities and stakeholders.

Team Leadership

  • Steered a vibrant team of over 50, instilling a culture of relentless improvement and unified collaboration.
  • Forged influential partnerships with industry bigwigs, catalyzing mutually beneficial business trajectories.

Experience

Chief Executive Officer
XYZ Corporation, Seattle, WA
January 2015 – Present

Director of Business Development
ABC Inc., Seattle, WA
June 2008 – December 2014

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Graduated: June 2007

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Graduated: June 2003

Certifications

  • Certified Business Leader (CBL)
  • Certified Strategic Planner (CSP)

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Business Development
  • Team Leadership
  • Financial Analysis
  • Project Management

Strategic Resume Building-Skills and Certifications

When building your executive resume, emphasize at least two core technical skills and enhance them with key soft skills. Don’t forget to include relevant certifications to strengthen your professional credibility.

Common Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Business Development
  • Team Leadership
  • Financial Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Negotiation
  • Decision Making
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Time Management
  • Communication

Common Certifications

  • Certified Business Leader (CBL)
  • Certified Strategic Planner (CSP)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Management Consultant (CMC)
  • Certified Executive Leadership Professional (CELP)
  • Certified Professional in Executive Management (CPEM)
  • Certified Business Process Leader (CBPL)
  • Certified Professional Manager (CPM)

Categories

Emphasize Your Strategic Skills with a Functional Executive Resume

The Functional Executive Resume Template is designed for senior leaders who want to focus on their strategic skills and achievements rather than their chronological work history. This format is ideal for executives with diverse leadership experiences, those who have made significant career shifts, or individuals looking to highlight their unique skill set.

Why Choose a Functional Resume?

Key Features:

This template is perfect if you want to highlight your executive abilities and downplay a non-linear work history or highlight specific skills across different industries.