Ash Morrison
Madison,Wisconsin
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in training and development, consistently achieving operational goals. Expertise in logistics coordination and customer relationship management leading to outstanding results. Committed to fostering team success and enhancing customer experiences.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Realtor
STARK COMPANY REALTORS
Madison, USA
03.2021 - Current
- Delighting residential and commercial buyers and sellers in the SW Wisconsin region by delivering outstanding customer service through tenacity, strong listening skills, and high attention to detail.
Driver and Delivery
FEDEX EXPRESS
Madison, USA
03.2022 - 07.2025
- Adept at developing relationships with both business and residential customers, serving SW Wisconsin.
- Excelling in customer service, logistics, and time management to meet and exceed goals and deadlines.
- Perfect driving and safety record, adhering to pre-and post-trip inspections as well as processing required documentation.
Owner/Operator
vomFASS State Street
Madison, USA
12.2014 - 09.2020
- Owner and general manager of a boutique retail shop specializing in unique, small-batch products sourced from around the world, including infused olive and nut seed oils, fruit balsamic vinegars, varieties of whiskeys, brandies, liqueurs, and wines.
- Responsible for all aspects of day-to-day operations, including inventory management, financials, hiring and training staff, and marketing, as well as a presence in the store, delivering a best-in-class experience for customers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with local suppliers and vendors for all the wine and store supplies needed to operate.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the store environment.
Operations Manager
BED BATH & BEYOND
Madison, USA
12.2002 - 07.2014
- Responsible for the operations of a 35,000 square foot store, including cash management, staff engagement, scheduling, payroll, inventory management, customer service, building maintenance, and safety.
- Before relocating to Madison held this position for three stores in IL.
- Ensured efficiency of receiving 400 cases of merchandise per day with peak volume of 700 cases by training staff on receiving techniques and technology of scanning, bar-coding, and sorting exceeding company goal
- As a result of training capabilities in receiving and operations have been recognized as a trainer since 2006 for potential Assistant Store Manager promotions.
- Have successfully trained up to 20 employees that earned promotions.
- Lead the Shrink Committee ensuring policies are adhered to for $11M in annual sales and setting a record minimal shrink.
- Utilize Kronos scheduling and payroll system to develop weekly schedules within budget and process payroll.
- Planned and managed an extensive store remodel for the Madison location earning the reputation as the district’s expert in store remodels.
- Consistently achieve monthly and annual operational scorecards that meet or exceed company goals of 90% by being attentive to detail and follow through.
- Develop, motivate, and coach staff to deliver outstanding customer service resulting in meeting the company average.
- “Fixture” certified to ensure safety in moving store fixtures.
Assistant Store Manager
BED BATH & BEYOND
Deerfield, USA
08.2000 - 12.2002
- Promoted to manage the daily store functions for the Deerfield, IL district store consisting of 50,000 square feet and 60 employees.
- In the planning and opening of five Minnesota stores, simultaneously trained 5 to 15 people.
- Participated in opening a new store in MN by training Assistant Managers and being heavily involved in merchandising.
Project Manager
ALLIED CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT GROUP
Schaumburg, USA
01.1999 - 08.2000
- Managed the cost, time, and scope for the tear down and remodeling of construction projects for single-family housing and multi-unit rental buildings.
- Using construction blueprints, I detailed the cost of construction, generating estimated pricing.
- In addition, I managed daily operations and all invoicing.
- Oversaw the project timelines, budget, and production schedules for two to four properties simultaneously, ranging in construction costs from $40k for single-family homes and $500k for multi-unit buildings.
- Functioned as a subsidiary of a previous inspection firm.
Partnered with non-profits to implement projects under FHA 203K construction loan framework.
Executed work utilizing FHA processes to ensure project alignment with standards.
Inspector FHA (Federal Housing Administration)
Garrett Feis & Associates
Schaumburg, Illinois
08.1997 - 01.1999
- Finalized FHA inspections on properties mandated for government financing programs.
- Provided all completed inspection forms, related documents, and photos to the lending institutions involved.
- Delivered professional assessment regarding disqualification of specific properties based on findings from inspection process.
Frozen Food and Dairy Manager
Woodman's Food Market
Madison, Lacrosse and Kenosha, WI
04.1990 - 08.1997
- Managed daily operations of the frozen food and dairy departments to ensure product availability
- Ordered and maintained all inventory levels for the departments.
- Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and provided feedback as needed.
- Provided training and guidance to new employees on safe working practices and procedures.
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate pricing.
Education
Real Estate Sales License -
Wisconsin Real Estate Association
OnlineSkills
- Training and development
- Customer relationship management
- Inventory control
- Time management
- Route optimization
- Logistics coordination
- Problem solving and analysis
- Team leadership
- Attention to detail
- Strategic planning
Continuing Education
- Real Estate Sales License, Wisconsin Real Estate Association
Timeline
Driver and Delivery
FEDEX EXPRESS
03.2022 - 07.2025
Realtor
STARK COMPANY REALTORS
03.2021 - Current
Owner/Operator
vomFASS State Street
12.2014 - 09.2020
Operations Manager
BED BATH & BEYOND
12.2002 - 07.2014
Assistant Store Manager
BED BATH & BEYOND
08.2000 - 12.2002
Project Manager
ALLIED CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT GROUP
01.1999 - 08.2000
Inspector FHA (Federal Housing Administration)
Garrett Feis & Associates
08.1997 - 01.1999
Frozen Food and Dairy Manager
Woodman's Food Market
04.1990 - 08.1997
Real Estate Sales License -
Wisconsin Real Estate Association