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Ben Rogers

Morton

Summary

Dynamic professional with a history of enhancing operational efficiency and fostering ethical leadership. Skilled in managing complex projects, driving significant revenue growth, and ensuring compliance in highly regulated environments.

Overview

59
59
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Partner

Co-Heart Music Group
Nashville, TN
07.1987 - Current
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance writer and artist development and engagement.
  • Initiated complete computer assisted monitoring of both publisher and song writer royalties, expenses, recordings, and song catalog.
  • Managed financial forecasting and budget allocations for diverse artist projects.
  • Oversaw royalty contract negotiations, ensuring compliance and favorable terms for both parties.

Shop Owner

Foresquare LLC, Dbas: Hearth & Home and Persnickety
Madison, MS
06.1999 - 11.2025
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient inventory management with stellar customer satisfaction.
  • Developed vendor relationships resulting in area exclusivity of their products.
  • Developed marketing strategies to increase brand visibility and drive sales growth.
  • Initiated on-line presence resulting steady growth into other markets.
  • Oversaw staff training programs, enhancing team performance and service quality with no full-time sales associates.
  • Implemented cost-control measures, reducing operating expenses while maintaining product quality and uniqueness.
  • Entertained and negotiated sale of business assets.

President

B. C. Rogers Oil Co., Inc.
Morton, MS
02.1972 - 10.1999
  • Initiated expansion program through customer cultivation and purchasing competitors resulting in growth equaling ten times our annual sales of propane.
  • Redesigned and modernized our single gas station which improved sales by 500%.
  • Totally redesigned and replaced all propane delivery trucks and other rolling stock.
  • Installed and initiated industry dedicated computer software to integrate sales, purchasing, customers, and accounting making it possible to accomplish our significant expansion without adding any employees or equipment.
  • Entertained and negotiated sale of company.

Chairman and CEO

Bank of Morton
Morton, MS
03.1982 - 02.1994
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency. While chairman, bank advanced from next to last in Mississippi based on ROI and ROA to first in both indices.
  • Oversaw risk management frameworks ensuring regulatory compliance and sound governance, thus advancing bank from FDIC "Problem Bank" with a Cease and Desist Order containing over 28 different issues to being used as an example by them as what can be accomplished in other banks.
  • Composed and transcribed well-written reports, emails, and technical documents with minimal supervision.
  • Mentored and being mentored by our excellent executive team, promoting leadership development and succession planning initiatives.
  • Championed innovative banking solutions enhancing customer experience and satisfaction levels while dramatically increasing profits.
  • Directed board meetings, facilitating discussions on key business strategies and policies.
  • Fostered relationships with shareholders to strengthen community engagement and support growth objectives.

President

B. C. Rogers & Sons
Morton, MS
02.1972 - 10.1989
  • Directed strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and drive company growth.
  • Oversaw budget management, ensuring alignment with financial objectives and resource allocation.
  • Cultivated relationships with both suppliers and customers to advance business partnerships and market presence.
  • Analyzed industry trends to inform strategic planning and position the company for future success.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers, optimizing costs while maintaining quality standards for products and services.
  • Hired and managed divisional managers to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
  • Implemented company-wide performance metrics to improve accountability and productivity across departments.
  • President of the Board of Directors of Mississippi Poultry Association.
  • Director of Southeastern Poultry Federation, American Broiler Council, and American Poultry and Hatchery Federation.
  • Entertained and negotiated sale of company assets.

President

Rogers Farms
Morton, MS
02.1972 - 05.1987
  • Managed and developed genetic improvement in 250-head of mature female Registered Polled Hereford cattle through trait selection based on monitoring and analyzing extensive performance records.
  • Initiated artificial insemination to broaden genetic base in herd.
  • Collected and sold semen from our better bulls.
  • Developed brand recognition for our herd Rogers Royal Polled Herefords.
  • Organized and managed two on-site auction sales per year.
  • Active in the American Polled Hereford Association
  • Active in the Mississippi Feed & Grain Association.
  • Entertained and negotiated sale of company assets.

Outside Sales Representative

B. C. Rogers & Sons
Western And North Central United States
05.1969 - 12.1971
  • Conducted market research to identify potential sales opportunities and understand customer needs.
  • Presented product features and benefits effectively to drive sales conversions.
  • Formed product development team to meet new needs of customers.
  • Developed operational processes to minimize expense without sacrificing quality.
  • Attended industry events to network, promote products, and gather market intelligence.

Outside Sales Representative

B. C. Rogers & Sons
Northern Mississippi
05.1967 - 08.1967

Sales to current groceries in Northern Mississippi

Open New Accounts

Organize delivery

  • Developed strong relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Developed new accounts in unserved areas
  • Managed territory accounts by tracking sales performance and maintaining accurate records.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products to clients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Mississippi College
Clinton, MS
1969

High School Diploma -

Morton High School
Morton
1965

Skills

  • Revenue growth
  • Strategic planning
  • Operations management
  • Financial administration
  • Ethical leadership
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Food safety expertise
  • Interviewing expertise

Interests

  • Bible Study
  • Family
  • Music
  • Hunting
  • Travel

Timeline

Shop Owner

Foresquare LLC, Dbas: Hearth & Home and Persnickety
06.1999 - 11.2025

Managing Partner

Co-Heart Music Group
07.1987 - Current

Chairman and CEO

Bank of Morton
03.1982 - 02.1994

President

B. C. Rogers Oil Co., Inc.
02.1972 - 10.1999

President

B. C. Rogers & Sons
02.1972 - 10.1989

President

Rogers Farms
02.1972 - 05.1987

Outside Sales Representative

B. C. Rogers & Sons
05.1969 - 12.1971

Outside Sales Representative

B. C. Rogers & Sons
05.1967 - 08.1967

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Mississippi College

High School Diploma -

Morton High School
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