Ahmir Hare
Keansburg
Summary
Operations-focused professional with 5+ years of leadership and customer-facing experience, combining business training with hands-on healthcare exposure as a Certified Dental Assistant. Skilled in KPI-driven execution, team training, scheduling/timekeeping, and process improvement. Known for strong communication, adaptability, and delivering high-quality client experiences in high-volume environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Leitner Dental Arts
07.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted dentists chairside during general and cosmetic procedures; prioritized patient comfort and clear communication.
- Prepared treatment rooms, instruments, and materials; maintained sterilization workflow and operatory readiness.
- Supported clinical documentation and scheduling using Dentrix; assisted with front-desk responsibilities as needed.
- Performed iTero scanning and supported Glidewell.io case design with attention to accuracy and turnaround time.
- Applied infection control standards and reinforced compliance with HIPAA and OSHA protocols.
- Used Weave for patient communication, reminders, and outreach/marketing functions.
Team Lead
Designer Shoe Warehouse (DSW)
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Achieved metric-based goals by communicating daily/weekly targets and reviewing performance trends.
- Trained, coached, and mentored associates; delivered timely feedback to support performance and development.
- Managed inventory operations including freight, placement, markdowns, damages, mismates, and MOOS.
- Handled payroll and timekeeping processes; supported scheduling and operational compliance.
- Acted as the primary point of contact between management and associates, ensuring clear communication and smooth shift execution
- Identified workflow gaps during peak hours and adjusted floor coverage to improve customer wait times and conversion
- Supported onboarding of new hires by reinforcing company policies, product knowledge, and service expectations
Sales Associate
PUMA
06.2022 - 08.2025
- Executed processing of incoming/outgoing merchandise; maintained backroom and floor organization.
- Processed transactions quickly and accurately while maintaining a positive customer experience.
- Consistently exceeded sales/KPI expectations; supported profitability and brand standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and visual merchandising compliance according to PUMA guidelines.
- Fostered strong customer relationships, resulting in repeat business and loyalty.
- Collaborated with management to streamline operational processes for efficiency improvement.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Education
B.A. - International Business
Howard University
Washington, DC05.2027
Certification Program - Dental Assistant
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ08.2025
Diploma - undefined
Academy Charter High School
Lake Como, NJ06.2022
Skills
- Business & Operations: KPI tracking
- Scheduling & timekeeping
- High-volume transaction accuracy
- Treatment room setup
- Cross-training capabilities
- Restorative procedures
- Proficient in Dentrix
- Client communication
- Tools: Microsoft Office / Google Workspace
- Weave (patient communication & outreach)
- Healthcare Knowledge: HIPAA/OSHA awareness
- Infection control & sterilization workflow
- Performance monitoring
- Operations management
- Strategic planning
- Marketing
Affiliations
- Howard University — Junior Resident Assistant (Member) Washington, DC | Oct 2022 – May 2023
- Collaborated with Resident Assistant to support residential programming, bulletin boards, and community communication.
- Provided peer support by sharing academic resources and helping students connect to campus services.
- Supported safety and community standards by reporting issues and reinforcing residence guidelines.
- National Honor Society — Member Lake Como, NJ | Jan 2019 – Present
- Recognized for academic excellence; received National Honor Society Award (Jun 11, 2021).
- Arabic Honor Society — Member Lake Como, NJ | Jan 2018 – Present
- Awarded for accelerated progress in foreign language mastery (May 17, 2021).
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Leitner Dental Arts
07.2025 - 01.2026
Team Lead
Designer Shoe Warehouse (DSW)
01.2024 - 08.2025
Sales Associate
PUMA
06.2022 - 08.2025
Certification Program - Dental Assistant
Brookdale Community College
Diploma - undefined
Academy Charter High School
B.A. - International Business
Howard University
Hobbies and Interests
Mentorship, Modeling, Luxury fashion, Track & Field