Ainsley Thomas
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
My Affintiy for Education stems from my mother and Father. My mother now retired was an educator for 4o years my father for 20 years ,. Both in Health and Physical Education for Flint Community Schools.
I’m a Father. I have 5 children that I adore and absolutely love.
My first born Jaylen is a Graduate of The prestigious college Howard University ., and he is in graduate school at Dallas Theological Seminary earning his PH.D…my second son is currently a freshman this year and plans on going into neurosurgery …
I attended Morehouse College after high school and majored in Sociology .
I then went on to work in New York in Film and Production and would often substitute teach ..
I would continue my career in Los Angeles in production but found a love for sales ., I started my own Clothing Company ., which was in 20 stores at its Peak. With a knack for sales I started working for Safelink Wireless ..
Seeing your parents do somethig for so long that brought them great joy is hard not to notice .. my love for education especially Physical Education and Health is everlasting .
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Business Development and Sales
Safelink Wireless
Los Angeles, California
10.2017 - Current
- Developed and implemented effective strategies to expand customer base and increase sales.
- Created and maintained relationships with key clients, partners, vendors, and industry professionals.
- Organized business development initiatives such as trade shows, conferences, seminars, workshops and other events.
- Negotiated contracts with customers to ensure best terms of agreement.
- Identified areas for improvement in operational processes and developed solutions to enhance efficiency.
- Maintained contact with existing customers through phone calls, emails, and visits to build strong relationships.
- Implemented innovative approaches to improve overall customer experience.
E Entertainment Lion Gate Films
E Entertainment
New York , New York
09.2007 - 10.2015
- Developed protocols and procedures for LIMS system operation and maintenance.
- Provided technical support to end-users of the LIMS system.
- Conducted user training sessions on how to use the LIMS software and hardware systems.
Substitute Teacher
Flint Communtiy Schools
Flint , Michigan
09.2005 - 06.2007
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Morehouse College
Atlanta, GA06-2005
Skills
- Sales Presentations
- Competitive Analysis
- Social Media Marketing
- Data-driven decision-making
- Physical education instruction
- Physical Education Programs
Timeline
Manager of Business Development and Sales
Safelink Wireless
10.2017 - Current
E Entertainment Lion Gate Films
E Entertainment
09.2007 - 10.2015
Substitute Teacher
Flint Communtiy Schools
09.2005 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Morehouse College