Adrienne Kennedy
Neenah,WI
Summary
Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Neenah Joint School District
08.2015 - Current
- Responsible for creating and implementing lesson plans covering grades
- K-12, adaptability to flex between subject levels and adjust to meet social and educational needs of students , worked with multiple students with specific social ,emotional and multicultural needs ,providing educational planning supporting school and community
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Executive Store Manager
Macy's
03.2009 - 08.2014
- Responsibilities included hiring/training /onboarding new hires, directly managed 46 employee's, driving and executing high volume sales for luxury retail brands , worked strategically with executives from cross brands to deliver corporate expectations , planned and coordinated store and community events such as fashion shows, luncheons and fundraisers, developed strategies to drive sales and increase profitability.
- Supported business and hospitality needs of corporate partners and staff during meetings and company events
- Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes
- Led staff and vendors in providing high level of service for owner and guests
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time
- Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Organized special events such as seasonal sales promotions to drive foot traffic into store and increase sales opportunities.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Visual Market Manager
Banana Republic
01.2005 - 02.2009
- Promoted from sales associate to store manager, quickly worked on fast track business plan to visual market manager, traveled throughout district with store executives
- Opening new stores implementing corporate directives, merchandising stock and initiating sales, financial plans, and inventory management.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by effectively coordinating service to customers across territory
- Directed work of 10+ sales manager professionals at multiple stores across district
- Analyzed competitor strategies and developed countermeasures to maintain competitive advantage.
- Implemented strategic marketing campaigns for improved brand recognition and customer acquisition.
- Led sales team training initiatives to improve performance and increase revenue generation.
- Drove customer satisfaction improvements through implementation of effective feedback mechanisms and prompt issue resolution.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
Lynn University
Boca Raton, FL05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Criminology/Sociology
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL05.2002
Skills
- Communication
- Team Leader
- Project Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Attention To Detail
- Community Outreach
- Special Education
Timeline
Educator
Neenah Joint School District
08.2015 - Current
Executive Store Manager
Macy's
03.2009 - 08.2014
Visual Market Manager
Banana Republic
01.2005 - 02.2009
Master of Science - Psychology
Lynn University
Bachelor of Science - Criminology/Sociology
Florida Atlantic University