Antonio Nickerson

For eight years I have been the sole proprietor of an operation, whose primary function is the purchase and resell of used goods. In that time I have sold over 40,000 pairs of pre-owned shoes, while generating over $1,000,000 in revenue, and have gained an extensive knowledge of reselling markets. I now have a near instinctual feel for what drives the sale of secondhand goods. Throughout the decade, I have consistently ranked among the largest individual sellers of pre-owned footwear on any online platform.

In this time I have personally handled every aspect of day-to-day operations including:

• Purchasing
• Customer Service
• Record Keeping
• Permit Filing
• Shipping
• Supply Management
• Cashflow
• Advertisement Campaigns
• Office scouting & Leasing
• As well as any and all would-be problems that may arise

During my time as a contracted writer for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, I was initially tasked with covering individual High-School football games. After only a month working with the company, I was given the responsibility of covering non-local NFL match-ups. My writing served as the only non-local NFL coverage for one of the largest syndicated newspapers in the nation. I was tasked with writing a full-page Super Bowl spread with only six months of professional writing experience. Although I consider myself a natural and talented writer, after two seasons working with the newspaper I opted to turn my attention to my entrepreneurial pursuits. I maintain contacts and have a positive relationship with the company to this day.

As a line cook, I was constantly asked to perform in high-pressure, fast paced situation. Every order was expected to be prepared and sent out in under 10 minutes, no matter the volume of customers. I excelled in this job and was awarded the title of 'Skill Trainer' only months into my tenure. I was expected to train new employees at my position and expected to be a commanding voice within the kitchen team. I left this job to pursue the work that I am currently involved in.

My introduction to work was in a high-stress, fast-paced environment that would influence my work ethic in all future endeavors. After exceeding as an entry level employee, I was given the responsibility of a shift manager. I was a leading voice and highly effective manager. I would consistently hit company goals and was heavily relied on as a constant within a company that saw a tremendous amount of turnover.