Dedicated professional focused on fostering the development of individuals to achieve their full potential. Proven track record in community improvement through active volunteerism and inclusive leadership. Core competencies include mentorship, team building, and strategic planning. Aiming to leverage these skills to drive impactful community initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Operational Safety Trainer- Level 3
American Eagle Outfitters
Ottawa, Kansas
05.2019 - Current
Outline and develop training programs for associates in a variety of fields including developmental, safety & production and every level of associate, floor associates to senior management
Conduct New Hire Orientations and onboarding for new associates, ensure completion of key training objectives by creating and maintaining a database for employee training.
Guaranteed the accuracy of onboarding content for effective associate integration.
Proficient in developing interactive learning materials with tools such as Simple Show, Elucidat, and Guidde.
Expert at creating video education with Camtasia Video Maker to develop engaging and informative videos for internal and external customers
Team leader, driving initiative to improve training and development.
Directed task distribution among team members, delivering exceptional outcomes for customers.
Served as Group Lead August 2013 to May 2019
Work as part of team to achieve goals that are set daily
Safety Committee Member 2013- 2025: served as chairman and health and wellness coordinator. Leading meeting and conducting presentations to safety committee on varied health and wellness subjects, such as back injuries, heart health, proper lifting, and anaphylaxis
Managed tracking and response to safety concerns flagged by Eagle Buck cards.
Collaborate with associates by creating individual development plans for continued improvement and success while teaching them to leverage the individual skills they already possess
Ability to discern goals, needs and values of American Eagle and communicate them to members of management and hourly associates
Ottawa Chairman
AEO Foundation
Ottawa , Kansas
05.2018 - Current
Helped raise associate awareness of local charitable needs and organizations
Encourage and engage associates in giving back to their community by participating in the many charitable events here at AE and in the community
Active participant in a variety of Team of Ten groups and the Eagle Salute program
Ignite passion in others to care about charitable organizations close to their heart
Organized AEO Community Days
Week long volunteer project: 197 AE associates participated in 2 hour volunteer time slots at local organizations such as ECKAN Food Pantry, ECKAN Prom Boutique, ECKAN Head Start, Ottawa Main Street Association, the City of Ottawa, New Horizons Ranch and COF
Lead a variety of volunteer events that benefited several non-profit organizations including STEM United Way, Prairie Paws Animal Shelter, Meals on Wheels, Ottawa DARE Camp, Special Olympics and ECKAN
Education
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
Washburn University
Topeka, KS
05.2009
Skills
New Hire Onboarding
Employee Training Creation and Development
Training Delivery
Educational and Promotional Video Editing
E-Learning Development
Database Management
Team Collaboration
Relationship Building
Problem Solving
Adaptability
Proactive and Ambitious
Presentation skills
Integrity
Philanthropic Initiatives
Community and Charitable Engagement
Accomplishments
Awarded Health and Leadership Excellence for Global Asset Protection Team 2024
Completed AEO Emerging Leaders Program 2024
Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce Horizon Award 2021
Completed Leadership Franklin County 2019-2020 -Program based in Gallup Strengths Finder and Kansas Leadership Center Teachings
Enjoy family time, dog walking, woodworking, gardening, outdoor activities such as hiking and golf.