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Abdul Ceesay

Smyrna,GA

Summary

Graduate from Kennesaw State University with a passion for public speaking seeking entry-level public relations role. Strong writing and marketing skills for delivering fresh, engaging content to clients. Proactive approach and dedication to effective communication. Eager to contribute to a dynamic PR team.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant General Manager

Goldbergs Group
10.2024 - Current
  • Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits.
  • Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance.
  • Collaborated with the General Manager on marketing initiatives to increase brand awareness and drive sales growth.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving concerns in a timely manner.
  • Resolved problems promptly to elevate customer approval.
  • Ensured compliance with all health department regulations by implementing strict sanitation guidelines throughout the establishment.
  • Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new employees to build a skilled workforce committed to excellence in service delivery.

Operations Manager

Punchbowl Social
09.2019 - 10.2024
  • Executed high-level planning with staff scheduling, budget creation and operational projections.
  • Managing staff members both FOH and BOH to ensure we run a tight and smooth shift on a daily basis
  • Doing Inventory lists and making orders to our vendors for whatever my AOR requires.
  • Providing the utmost customer service to our guests and patrons.

Digital Engagement Specialist

Score Atlanta
08.2016 - 11.2022
  • Recording live scores of Varsity Football games throughout Georgia
  • Creating descriptive stories from game recaps of football games to engage our audiences
  • Contacting football coaches and staff members directly to obtain key player information
  • Home game preparations for the Atlanta Falcons in the Georgia Dome

Operations Manager

LA Fitness
07.2012 - 03.2020
  • Customer service (phones, greeting customers, check-in/out, etc.)
  • Conducts telephone inquiries/follow up calls/customer care calls
  • Appoint substitute instructors for scheduled classes
  • Assist with membership account issues, clear-ups, manage membership renewals, and set up training appointments

Front End Clerk

Publix
11.2008 - 07.2012
  • Responded to customer’s inquiries and assisted with purchases, information and product selection
  • Ensured cleanliness of grocery shelves, storage area, and work area for safety
  • Stocked grocery shelves; includes presentation of product, facing, filling, and organization of all product items

Service Clerk

Bruster’s
05.2005 - 10.2008
  • Greeted and served customers
  • Performed general cleaning, sanitation and maintenance
  • Restocked and maintained products/supplies as needed

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Public Relations, Communications

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
05.2016

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Networking
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Advertising
  • Brand Management
  • Blog Content Management
  • AED & CPR Certified – Certified since 2012
  • Public Speaking
  • Inventory control
  • Staff management
  • Staff development
  • Operations management

Timeline

Assistant General Manager

Goldbergs Group
10.2024 - Current

Operations Manager

Punchbowl Social
09.2019 - 10.2024

Digital Engagement Specialist

Score Atlanta
08.2016 - 11.2022

Operations Manager

LA Fitness
07.2012 - 03.2020

Front End Clerk

Publix
11.2008 - 07.2012

Service Clerk

Bruster’s
05.2005 - 10.2008

Bachelor's Degree - Public Relations, Communications

Kennesaw State University
Abdul Ceesay