Ashley Debnam
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Accomplished General Manager with a proven track record at The Connor Group, enhancing sales and profitability through strategic planning and effective leadership. Expert in employee development and expense control, consistently exceeding revenue targets. Skilled in cultivating high-performing teams and implementing cost-saving measures to drive financial stability and organizational growth. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
The Connor Group
04.2022 - 07.2024
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability through exceeding renewal and approve rental goals.
- Cultivated strong relationships with residents, sales associates, service techs, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and returned investment.
- Trained and lead team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Maintained positive resident relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt problem / solution.
- Followed up on delinquent residents daily and coordinated collection procedures.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training program to increase employee productivity, turnover and culture.
- Established standard operating procedures that enhanced employee performance.
- Developed and maintained a high-performing team through effective coaching, development, and performance management through individual accountability.
General Manager
TGI Fridays
01.2005 - 04.2022
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and restaurants daily operations.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce waste and increase productivity without compromising quality or service.
- Lead and inspired team to exceed revenue targets consistently through effective sales goals met daily.
- Scheduled over 60 employees for shifts, taking into account guest count, daily sales goal and employee strengths
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- Managed budgets, financial forecasts, and resource allocation to ensure achievement of organizational goals.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Management
Rowan College At Burlington County
Pemberton, NJSkills
- Effective leader
- Strategic Planning
- Employee Development
- Expense Control
Timeline
General Manager
The Connor Group
04.2022 - 07.2024
General Manager
TGI Fridays
01.2005 - 04.2022
Associate of Science - Business Management
Rowan College At Burlington County
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