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April Martin

Ingleside,IL

Summary

Dynamic small business owner with a proven track record at HuckleBerry Kisses, excelling in operations and marketing. Skilled in vendor relations and planning, I fostered a loyal customer base through exceptional service and strategic social media promotion, enhancing brand identity and driving business growth. Adaptable and self-motivated, I thrive in fast-paced environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Small Business Owner

HuckleBerry Kisses
03.2024 - Current
  • Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
  • Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
  • Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
  • Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service quality to customers.

Transportation Safety Manager

Safeway Transportation
05.2022 - 03.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and improve overall safety performance.
  • Participated in industry conferences and workshops to stay current on latest trends, sharing findings with internal teams for continuous improvement.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, identifying root causes and implementing effective countermeasures to prevent recurrence.
  • Established a proactive safety culture by engaging employees in regular safety meetings and open forums.
  • Reduced accident rates through rigorous safety audits and timely corrective actions.

School Bus Driver

Lakeside Transportation
05.2016 - 05.2022
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
  • Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
  • Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.

Stay at Home Mom

Home
06.2014 - 05.2016
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

School Bus Driver

Lakeside Transportation
03.2013 - 06.2014
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
  • Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
  • Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.

Education

No Degree - Accounting/Business

College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL

High School Diploma -

Reuther High School
Kenosha, WI
06-2001

Skills

  • Small business operations
  • Planning and execution
  • Vendor relations
  • Business marketing

Timeline

Small Business Owner

HuckleBerry Kisses
03.2024 - Current

Transportation Safety Manager

Safeway Transportation
05.2022 - 03.2024

School Bus Driver

Lakeside Transportation
05.2016 - 05.2022

Stay at Home Mom

Home
06.2014 - 05.2016

School Bus Driver

Lakeside Transportation
03.2013 - 06.2014

No Degree - Accounting/Business

College of Lake County

High School Diploma -

Reuther High School

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