ADETOKUNBO ADEGBUYI
Overland,MO
Summary
To secure a professional position that utilizes my specialized skills, while offering a challenge and the opportunity for career advancement with enhanced training.
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
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Owner; Manager
London and Associates, LLC.
St. Louis, Missouri
02.2008 - Current
- Pull/review/approve customers’ credit report under company’s credit worthiness guidelines
- Market vacant space to prospective tenants through the use of a leasing agent and/ by various means of advertisement
- Establish rental rates in accordance with prevailing local economic conditions
- Enforce the terms of rental or leases agreements, such as rent collection, parking and pet restrictions, and termination of lease procedures
- Understand and comply with provisions of legislation, such as the American with Disabilities Act and the Federal Fair Housing Amendment Act, as well as local fair housing laws
- Inspect the grounds, facilities, and equipment to determine whether repairs or maintenance is needed
- Contract specialist when handling requests for repairs and complaints
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive property management strategy to maximize tenant satisfaction.
- Conducted regular inspections of properties to ensure compliance with safety regulations and landlord-tenant laws.
- Negotiated rental agreements with tenants on behalf of the owner.
- Resolved tenant complaints in an efficient and effective manner.
- Ensured that all rental payments were collected in a timely fashion.
- Maintained detailed financial records for each property, including rent receipts, expenses, and tax documents.
- Supervised staff members responsible for cleaning and maintaining the properties.
- Prepared monthly reports outlining rental income, expenses, occupancy rates.
Assistant Manager
Walmart
St. Louis, Missouri
05.2008 - 08.2010
- Provide an exceptional customer experience by offering a high level of managerial assistance
- Ensure that products were available on the sales floor and in its proper location
- Micromanage the sales floor by maintaining a complete visual of the sales area, and maintaining a selling focus in the absence of store management
- Develop, coach, and motivate new retail sales associates to ensure the company offered an exceptional customer experience
- Assist with the hiring of qualified applicants by conducting interviews, orientate new staff with company polices and benefits
- Scheduled and prepared material for large and small group management meetings, and daily activities
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
- Monitored sales activities to ensure that customers receive satisfactory service and quality goods.
- Developed strategies for increasing store profitability by analyzing financial data and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Supervised a team of employees and provided ongoing training to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, stock levels and employee performance metrics.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner and addressed any issues that may arise during store hours.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.
Intern
Columbia/Capitol Music
St. Louis, Missouri
01.2007 - 05.2008
- Conducted marketing research and micromanaged special event promotions to elevate sale’s volume
- Performed and coordinated the office’s administrative activities by retrieving, storing, and integrating information for dissemination to staff and/ our clients
- Assisted in the development of marketing materials, such as brochures, flyers, and promotional items.
- Collaborated with team members to create a comprehensive social media strategy.
- Developed presentations and organized events to promote products or services.
- Provided administrative support by completing tasks such as filing documents and scheduling meetings.
- Proofread documents before submitting them for review.
- Contributed ideas during brainstorming sessions to generate creative solutions.
- Researched industry trends and competitor strategies to inform decision making.
- Prepared invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports according to company policies.
- Managed customer inquiries through phone calls, emails, or other forms of communication.
- Supported senior staff members in the completion of complex projects within deadlines.
- Provided training sessions for new employees on company procedures and protocols.
Director of Operations; Club Promoter
The Martini Bar
St. Louis, Missouri
09.2004 - 12.2007
- Establish, maintain, and improve a favorable relationship between the club, the public, and investors
- Gather and analyze sales and projections on future volume and profits
- Promote, cater, and manage special events to satisfy our patron’s desired atmosphere(s)
- Directed the operations and logistics of a multi-million dollar business.
- Created policies and procedures for improved workflow processes.
- Provided leadership and guidance to subordinate managers and supervisors.
- Maintained budgeting documents for accurate tracking of expenses.
- Resolved customer service issues in a timely manner while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw the implementation of new technology solutions designed to streamline processes.
- Facilitated meetings with key stakeholders to discuss progress towards objectives.
- Identified areas where process improvements could be made resulting in increased productivity.
- Worked with management team to develop operational goals aligned with business strategy.
- Organized and promoted club events, including booking DJs and other entertainment.
- Developed promotional materials, such as flyers, posters, banners.
- Cultivated relationships with industry professionals to increase visibility of events.
- Planned VIP experiences for guests at special events or private parties.
- Monitored guest lists in order to ensure proper capacity levels were met at each event.
- Collaborated with other promoters to create collaborative events that could benefit both organizations.
- Analyzed data from previous events in order to improve future ones.
Warehouse Coordinator
Cardinal Health, Inc.
St. Charles, Missouri
03.2006 - 03.2007
- Track and maintain items held as inventory
- Logistically manage distribution and handling of materials and/ products
- Reported and prepared statistical reports on all inventory and distribution traffic to upper management
Customer Service Representative
AutoZone, Inc.
East St. Louis, Illinois
04.2005 - 03.2006
- Diplomatically resolve concerns and complaints on an as needed basis
- Maintain and reference inventory database to ensure the shelves were fully stocked and to monitor shrinkage
- Provide direct and phone sales by assessing customer vehicle needs according to their vehicle’s diagnosis
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration with Marketing emphasis
Harris Stowe University
St. Louis, Missouri12-2009
Food and Beverage Certification -
Walmart
St. Louis, Missouri01.2009
Forklift Operator Certification -
Walmart
St. Louis, Missouri01.2009
CPR and First Aid Certification -
YMCA
St. Louis, Missouri01.2009
Scholastic High School Diploma -
Hazelwood East High School
St. Louis, Missouri01.2001
Defensive Driving Course -
Hazelwood East High School
St. Louis, Missouri01.1999
Skills
- Managerial support
- Computer programs
- Windows 95
- Windows 98
- Windows XP
- Windows 7
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Spreadsheet
- Microsoft Outlook
- Power Point
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Processor
- Microsoft Access
- Word Perfect
- Office equipment
- Video conferencing equipment
- Smart board
- Projector
- Photocopy machine
- Scanner
- Fax machine
- Multi-line phone
- Intercom system
- Security alarm system
- Credit card processor
- Electronic check processor
- Calculator
- Lease negotiation
- Marketing tactics
- Hiring and staffing
- Business launch
- Strategic project planning
- Consulting
- Verbal and written communication
- Key partnership cultivation
- Sales management
- Negotiation
- Profit and loss analysis
- Sales oversight
- Cash flow optimization
- Marketing
- Capital pursuit
Professionalskillsandabilities
- Ability to work in fast-paced atmosphere while providing excellent managerial support.
- Efficient in using computer programs such as Windows 95-98, Windows XP, Windows 7: Home Edition and Professional, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Spreadsheet, Microsoft Outlook, Power Point, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Processor, Microsoft Access, and Word Perfect.
- Efficient use of office equipment such as video conferencing equipment, smart board, projector, photocopy machine, scanner, fax machine, multi-line phone, intercom system, security alarm system, credit card/electronic check processor, and calculator.
Internship
01/08, 05/09, Columbia/Capitol Music, St. Louis, Missouri, Conducted marketing research and micromanaged special event promotions to elevate sale’s volume., Performed and coordinated the office’s administrative activities by retrieving, storing, and integrating information for dissemination to staff and/or clients.
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Walmart
05.2008 - 08.2010
Property Owner; Manager
London and Associates, LLC.
02.2008 - Current
Intern
Columbia/Capitol Music
01.2007 - 05.2008
Warehouse Coordinator
Cardinal Health, Inc.
03.2006 - 03.2007
Customer Service Representative
AutoZone, Inc.
04.2005 - 03.2006
Director of Operations; Club Promoter
The Martini Bar
09.2004 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration with Marketing emphasis
Harris Stowe University
Food and Beverage Certification -
Walmart
Forklift Operator Certification -
Walmart
CPR and First Aid Certification -
YMCA
Scholastic High School Diploma -
Hazelwood East High School
Defensive Driving Course -
Hazelwood East High School