Julia Fortune

Julia Fortune

National & Global Business Development Executive (707-514-8813 & juliafortune@hotmail.com

San Francisco Bay Area

Current
  • National & Global Business Development Executive at Copia Trading Company
  • New Business Development Manager at Fortune Business Solutions (Construction & Engineering Division)
  • Founder/Recruiting Professional at Fortune Business Solutions, LLC
Past
  • Prospecting Consultant at Microsoft
  • Contract Recruiting Professional at Socketmobile Inc
  • Senior Recruiting Consultant at Ants Software
  • Contract Recruiting Professional at Global 360, Inc
  • Contract Recruiting Professional at Markettools Inc
  • Senior Staffing Consultant/Senior Business Aligned Recruiter at Microsoft Corporation
  • Founder/Vice-President of Operations at Rockford Engineering Services
Education
  • San Jose State University
Connections
500+ connections
Industry
Import and Export

Julia Fortune’s Summary

Copia Trading Company is a premier specialized traffic safety product distributor in the U.S. and Emerging Markets of Africa, South America and the Middle East

As a National & Global Business Development Executive, I have a responsibility to myself to achieve a level of success that I set for myself and not just a quota.

What is the PowerFlare?

The PowerFlare is an electronic beacon traffic safety device invented by a police officer and designed to replace the traditonal flares. It weights less than 7oz (200 g) with 1 CR-123 Lithium battery and a shelf-life of 10 years.

The unit is about the size of a hockey puck and very strong to withstand being run over by motor vehicles. At night, its visible to 3,000ft on road or water and 10 miles from air. During the Day: visible to 1,000 ft.

They come in different LED light colors (Red, amber, blue, green, white, Infrared (IR) and Custom colors are available) and 10 Flash User-Selectable Patterns/Settings (solid-on high, rotate, alternate, quad blink, double blink, fast blink, slow blink, solid-on low, "s-o-s", flashlight)

PowerFlare Electronic LED Safety Lights comes in the following styles: Non-Rechargeable; Rechargeable and Tactical Applications Infrared.

They are available in pack of 6 or pack of 12.

In today's world of tight budget, the powerflare electronic beacon system saves you money by paying for itself in the first 24 hours of use versus the old fashioned flares, There are no health or environmental concerns. There is no smoke to inhale, no residue to worry about, no fires to extinguish.

Approvals & Certifications: Complies with U.S. DOT (FMCSA) 49 CFR 392,25 & 393.95 (g). MUTCD Type A (flashing) and Type C (solid on). Designed to meet MIL-SPEC/MIL-STD 810 for shock, vibration, and water-resistance

Potential customers:
Law Enforcement; Fire, EMS, Rescue, Public Works, Utilities, Road Crews, Tow Trucks, Emergency Response Teams, Home Safety, Industrial Safety & Sports.

Julia Fortune’s Specialties:

Applications: Traffic Safety, SWAT, EOD (Infrared available), Traffic Safety, beacons for fireground marking, RIT/RIC, SAR, Helicopter LZs, Work Zone Safety, Mark Personnel, triage; Disasters, blackouts, signal ambulance or rescuers; Emergency Kits, employee/customer appreciation; Boating, hiking, camping, SCUBA diving, hunting, fishing, biking


Julia Fortune’s Experience

  • National & Global Business Development Executive

    Copia Trading Company

    (Import and Export industry)

    April 2009Present (8 months)

  • New Business Development Manager

    Fortune Business Solutions (Construction & Engineering Division)

    (Construction industry)

    January 2009Present (11 months)

    I currently specialize in recruiting specialized candidates in the Construction Industry. We fill positions such as Project Managers, Estimators, Schedulers; Inspectors in Commercial and Infrastructure Construction; Structural Engineers, P.E; Civil Engineers, ., MEP Coordinators, Mechanical Engineers and other skilled Tradesmen opportunities.

    We currently have a huge database of these qualified top notch talent available and looking for good companies to place them in.

  • Founder/Recruiting Professional

    Fortune Business Solutions, LLC

    (Partnership; 1-10 employees; Staffing and Recruiting industry)

    January 2005Present (4 years 11 months)

    Offering entire full cycle recruiting functions for various companies in various industries such as Information Technology; Semiconductor.

    Current accepting applications for the following skills:
    Product Marketing Manager with CMOS Camera Module
    Analog Product Engineer with Biopolar Design Content and Biopolar Transistor Circuit Designs (H1-B with 2 1/2 years left, MSEE))
    Analog/Mixed Signal Design Engineer
    Senior Analog & Mixed Signal Design Engineer
    RFIC Apps Engineer - WLAN
    RFIC Systems Engineer - Bluetooth

    Must be able to relocate outside of California for some of these positions.
    Send resume to juliafortune@comcast.net or call 925-683-5161

  • Prospecting Consultant

    Microsoft

    (Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; MSFT; Computer Software industry)

    September 2007November 2007 (3 months)

    Prospecting and researching candidates for the following positions: Systems Engineer, Program Manager, Principal Program Manager, Build Engineer, Database Engineer, Software Development Engineer, Software Development Engineer in Test, Network Security Engineer, Network Standard Architect, Security Risk Manager, Security Analysts, Director, Engineering Director, Director of Test.

  • Contract Recruiting Professional

    Socketmobile Inc

    (Public Company; 51-200 employees; SCKT; Computer Hardware industry)

    February 2007April 2007 (3 months)

    Socketmobile Inc, is leading provider of data collection and connectivity peripherals to the mobile computing market.

    Currently recruiting the following:

    Windows CE Device Driver Developer (NDIS) with Wireless LANs (IEEE 802.11b/a/g/e), Wireless PANs (IEEE 802.15.3/.3b/.3a, Bluetooth, and Wireless USB)

    Hardware Design Group Manager with Windows Desktop OR Windows CE environments -PCB & Mechanical Designs; OEM Designs

    OEM Product Line Manager - with WLAN; Wi-Fi Technology; 802.11

    Product Marketing Manager with SDK; C++; C# knowledge

    Vertical Market Business Development Manager

    Account Manager, VAR Channel

  • Senior Recruiting Consultant

    Ants Software

    (Public Company; 51-200 employees; ANTS; Information Technology and Services industry)

    April 2006November 2006 (8 months)

    ANTs is a developer of high-speed relational database Server.
    Currently Recruiting the following:
    Database Kernel Developers, Implementation Engineers,Implementation Engineering Lead, QA Engineers, Professional Service Engineer

  • Contract Recruiting Professional

    Global 360, Inc

    (Privately Held; 201-500 employees; Computer Software industry)

    September 2005April 2006 (8 months)

    Global360 is a global leader in providing Business Process Management (BPM) and Analysis solutions to organizations who need to automate, measure, and improve resource intensive business processes across different communities including customers, employees and partners. Currently doing business in 143 countries and has over 2000 customers. Building on our strength in financial services, government and insurance.

    Full Cycle Recruiting for the Technology Development Group; sourcing, interviewing and recruiting Development Managers; Simulation Developers (J2SE); JAVA Developers; OLAP Experts (.NET); Application Developers (.NET); Analytics Developers (OLAP); QA Engineers (silktest 6x..); Web User Interface Designers/Developers; Configurations Engineers; Technical Writers

  • Contract Recruiting Professional

    Markettools Inc

    (Privately Held; 501-1000 employees; Market Research industry)

    May 2005September 2005 (5 months)

    Full Cycle Recruiting for the Technology Development Group; sourcing, interviewing and recruiting JAVA Architects; Software Developers; Database Engineering Managers, Director of Network Operations; ERP Managers; Interaction Designers; Visual Designers, Email Deliverability (anti-spam) Managers.

  • Senior Staffing Consultant/Senior Business Aligned Recruiter

    Microsoft Corporation

    (Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; MSFT; Computer Software industry)

    February 2000August 2004 (4 years 7 months)

    Managed and performed full cycle recruiting function for various groups within the company.(Consulting Practice; Sales and Marketing Groups; Network Operations; Education Group; Federal, State & Local Government Groups; Retail and Hospitality Groups; Finance Group)
    Conducted requisition reviews with hiring managers on needs analysis.
    Reviewed and wrote Job Descriptions
    Developed sourcing strategies; sourced resumes, reviewed; screened and routed to hiring managers.
    Integral part of the decision making process.
    References and Background Checks Management
    Salary recommendations for executive level hires and offer generations.
    Facilitated New Hire Orientations
    Implemented Applicant Tracking System such RESTRAC; XPTEN.
    Implemented New Hire Headcount System (HeadTrax)
    Extensive Networking with various organizations including diversity organizations.
    Represented company at various recruiting and community based events.(highly visible).

  • Founder/Vice-President of Operations

    Rockford Engineering Services

    (Partnership; 51-200 employees; Computer Hardware industry)

    January 1986December 1996 (11 years )

    Provided leadership in the carrying out of all HR consultation and support to senior level division functional managers in R&D, Marketing, Manufacturing and Support. Specific services provided include employee relations and conducted conflict resolution between employees and management.
    Coordinated recruitment and orientation of new employees
    Administered employee and staff meetings
    Acted as a resource for supervisors with HR questions or problems
    Implemented HR programs and labored with the Executive Staff to develop a culture in line with stated values.


Julia Fortune’s Education

  • San Jose State University

    MA , Instructional Technology , 19801984


Additional Information

Julia Fortune’s Interests:

Reading, Movies, Dancing, Professional Networking and cooking healthy African food is a natural hobby to me and if you would like to try some of my delicious recipes - Read my E-Book - "Africa Safari Recipes - Discover the Hidden Health Benefits of African Cuisine" at http://www.africansafarirecipes.com

Julia Fortune’s Groups:

Microsoft Alumni Association Member,
SFRecruiters Group
Several other Groups

  •    San Jose State University (official group)
  •    Women 2.0
  •    Link2Europe
  •    MyPowerFoodGroup - MPFG
  •    Expertise for Hire
  •    Skype for Business
  •    Virtual Networker Society
  •    NetworkingPros
  •    A Solo Business - Solopreneurs And Business Owners
  •    eMarketing Association Network
  •    Internet Recruiting
  •    Hospitality Group
  •    Success Networking
  •    Online Advertising Professionals
  •    Construct IN
  •    A/E/C Industry Networking Group
  •    LinkBelize
  •    Venture Capital
  •    The 4-Hour Academy
  •    Six (6) Degrees of Separation (The Largest Group)
  •    Advertising Professionals
  •    AFFILIATED AUTHORS
  •    Argentina Business
  •    Linking CONSTRUCTION
  •    Construction Management
  •    Construction & Building Materials- Professionals Group
  •    The Construction Business Group
  •    Construction Professionals Forum
  •    Sustainable construction and planning
  •    Waste to Energy
  •    Retail Construction
  •    McGraw-Hill Construction
  •    Land Development
  •    SoCalUSA.webs.com
  •    Looking4Job?
  •    BASE (BAY AREA SALES EXECUTIVES)
  •    Lynxster.com - matching job seekers with recruiters and employers
  •    Salesforce.com & force.com Cloud Sourcing
  •    Dubai Cares
  •    WorldWide Business Development
  •    MyRecruiter.tv - Get Hired. Job Postings. Recruiter Connections.

Julia Fortune’s Honors:

Microsoft Certified Professional


Julia Fortune’s Contact Settings

Interested In:

  • consulting offers
  • business deals

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