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John H

@johnhobdy

Small Business Operations Specialist and AI Powered Efficiency for Entrepreneurs

United States
English
About me
I help businesses reclaim time and reduce expenses by bridging the gap between manual work and AI automation. With 20+ years of operational experience, I provide custom solutions for the bottlenecks entrepreneurs face daily. I hold Google AI Professional and Essentials certifications, specializing in AI-driven workflow optimization, prompt engineering, and risk management. Let’s modernize your operations to boost efficiency. Please message me before ordering to discuss your specific needs.... Read more

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Lead Generation
I will provide targeted b2b lead generation and prospect lists
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AI Strategy
I will audit your business workflows and build custom ai automation
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Work experience

Freelancing_Career

AI Operations Consultant

Freelancing Career • Freelance

Jan 2026 - Present • 4 mos

Focus: Bridging the gap between manual work and AI automation for businesses small and large. Key Achievement: Designed and produced the "Anatomy of an AI Failure" educational series to help owners mitigate risk. Created the "Fundamentals of AI" curriculum to teach leaders the art of prompt engineering, brainstorming, and automated photo/video production. Services Offered: AI workflow audits, custom prompt engineering, and operational risk management.

Entrepreneur

Owner & Operator | Northeast Ohio Event Professionals

Entrepreneur • Self-employed

Jan 2011 - Present • 15 yrs 4 mos

Successfully launched, scaled, and rebranded a premier event services company specializing in professional DJ and photo booth experiences. As a solopreneur, managed the full business lifecycle, from lead generation and marketing to technical execution and post-event client retention. Key Achievements: * Operational Workflow Engineering: Designed and implemented a custom client portal and automated Google Workspace environment that streamlined planning for 100+ clients annually, reducing administration time by 40%. * Strategic Brand Rebranding: Led a comprehensive brand transition to a high-end service model, execution of a complete visual overhaul, staff standard upgrades, and a 20% increase in booking value. * Systemized SOP Development: Authored a rigorous library of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for technical setup and multi-venue logistics, ensuring 5-star service consistency. * High-Volume Client Retention: Built a reputation for "Unmatched Organization" (across 100+ client reviews), resulting in a 35% referral rate. * Digital Asset Management: Managed an expansive cloud library of audio/visual assets and built SEO-optimized marketing funnels to maintain a top-tier local search presence.

Operational Leadership | Restaurant Management

Management • Full-time

Jan 2001 - May 2011 • 10 yrs 4 mos

Focus: Optimizing efficiency, training staff, and managing reputation in high-pressure hospitality environments. Key Achievement: Promoted to multi-unit management and developed operational training programs for upper-level leadership.