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Apollos Griffin
Business Owner
Spokane,WA
Summary
To whom it may concern,
I am a team building business leader offering skill in maximizing business operations and team development. Skillfully recruit and train employees at all levels to meet and exceed customer and business demands. Articulate, forward-thinking and resourcefulness in meeting unique needs of clients and business partners.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Apollos Imaging LLCSpokane, WA
Owner/Operator
12.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Aligned branding initiatives and sales strategies with client goals.
- Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency across industry operations.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products/services, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Trained and developed team members to build an effective team.
- Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices and company procedures.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead business growth.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks.
Dave Smith NissanSpokane, Washington
Team Leader
07.2019 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
- Coordinated weekly meetings for internal and external groups.
- Initiated timely response to emails, voicemails and written correspondence.
- Coached team members in customer service techniques, providing feedback and encouragement toward reaching sales goals.
- Assisted with new hire processing and existing training programs.
- Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
- Facilitated training for associates through daily coaching and regular performance appraisals.
United Retail MerchantsSpokane, WA
Order Selector
07.2018 - 07.2019
Job overview
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Trained new warehouse employees on safety procedures and provided updated safety manuals for review purposes.
Rainier Seeds IncDavenport, WA
Assistant Manager
02.2017 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Made hiring recommendations to increase company's productivity and profitability with quality workers.
- Established objectives to offer team members clear roadmap to help company achieve overall goals.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Operation of the mill.
Beacon Hill DevelopmentSpokane, WA
Project Manager
02.2016 - 02.2017
Job overview
- Maintained clear communication with precise technical writing to document and inform critical processes.
- Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance.
- Designed marketing materials and presentations for investors.
Education
Davenport High SchoolDavenport, WA
High School Diploma
01.2013 - 06.2014
Spokane Falls Community CollegeSpokane, WA
Associate of Arts from Commercial Photography
08.2014 - 06.2017
University Overview
- Dean's List 2016
- Elected to president for Photo Arts Club in 2016 - 2017
- Guest speaker in 2017 for new student orientation meeting
World Wide GroupSpokane, WA
Leadership Mentorship from Transformative Leadership
03.2022 - Current
University Overview
- Direct mentorship in leadership with business owners.
- Transformative leadership training with John C Maxwell.
Fulltime FilmmakerUtah, USA
No Degree from Business
University Overview
- The study of successful business operations
- Team management
- Building a brand
- Content creation
- Customer Service
Skills
Verbal and written communication
Operations management
Project Management
Client Service
Policies and procedures
Team leadership and coaching
Relationship building and management
POS systems
Product and service sales
Staff training and development
Hourly shift management
Goals and performance
Accomplishments
I have created multiple commercials, music videos, and weddings by training my team and organizing the talent for the projects.
Affiliations
World Wide Group
Software
Adobe CC
Mac and Windows
Interests
Continuing my personal development
Making a positive impact in people's lives
Availability
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Timeline
World Wide Group
Leadership Mentorship from Transformative Leadership
03.2022 - Current
Owner/Operator
Apollos Imaging LLC
12.2019 - Current
Team Leader
Dave Smith Nissan
07.2019 - 08.2021
Order Selector
United Retail Merchants
07.2018 - 07.2019
Assistant Manager
Rainier Seeds Inc
02.2017 - 07.2018
Project Manager
Beacon Hill Development
02.2016 - 02.2017
Spokane Falls Community College
Associate of Arts from Commercial Photography
08.2014 - 06.2017
Davenport High School
High School Diploma
01.2013 - 06.2014
Fulltime Filmmaker
No Degree from Business