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Dana Waits

Kansas,OK

Summary

Seasoned small business owner with several years of experience in operations management, business strategy and financial management. Demonstrated success in capitalizing on new trends and technologies to drive business development initiatives and achieve sales goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner

Self-employeed
Kansas, OK
08.2007 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations of the business and provided guidance when needed.
  • Established marketing strategies, such as social media campaigns, to promote the business.
  • Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
  • Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Kept up-to-date on regulatory changes affecting business operations.
  • Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
  • Kept records for production, inventory, income, and expenses.
  • Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kansas High School
Kansas, OK
08-1990

Skills

  • Employee Development
  • Quality Assurance
  • Business Planning
  • Staff Management
  • Bookkeeping
  • Cost Control and Budgeting
  • Relationship Building
  • Issue Resolution

Timeline

Business Owner

Self-employeed
08.2007 - Current

High School Diploma -

Kansas High School
Dana Waits