Type Of Business:
Holding company
Expertise:
Strategic operations; Marketing
Major Product/SVS:
Ownership and management of more than a dozen firms covering many diverse business sectors throughout the United States; Investment services; Recreational and commercial maritime vessels; Maritime consulting; Restaurant franchises; Video production; Property management; Pet fencing and enclosure systems; Ship, yacht and boat yards
Favorite Business Publication:
Forbes
Hobbies/Sports:
Offshore fishing; Big-game fishing tournaments; Porsche autocross racing circuit
Education Degrees:
MBA in Strategic Operations, Strayer University; MBA in International Marketing, Strayer University; Bachelor of Arts in English and Professional Writing, Loyola University, New Orleans
Affiliations Awards:
Standard and Poor's Society of Industry Leaders; Louisiana Member, World Trade Center; The Billfish Foundation; International Game Fish Association; DELTA Chapter, Coastal Conservation Association
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlights of his career were the first 1998 master catalog mailing from his company, 7 Seas International, Inc., and the immediate first sales returns.
Charity:
The Business Forum
Number Of Years In Profession:
21
Number Of Years In Current Position:
14
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to surrounding himself with good people.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because he enjoys working with businesses and being entrepreneurial.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing all business operations; Working with six executive managers
Education Certifications:
200-Ton Master Captain License, U.S. Coast Guard; Certified Marine Surveyor, Chapman School of Seamanship
Awards/Honors:
Three-Time Recipient, Top Grossing Sales Recognition, Copeland's of New Orleans Restaurant (2000, 1998, 1997)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Cerullo hopes for continued growth and to work with more nonprofit organizations.