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Ashley Faulk

Iowa,LA

Summary

Proven business development leader with expertise in blood collections, donor engagement, and operational strategy. Adept at driving growth initiatives, optimizing donor conversion, and developing high-performing teams. Extensive background in sales, merchandising, customer engagement, and operational excellence, ensuring long-term market expansion and profitability.

Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Blood Collections & Business Development

LifeShare Blood Center
07.2019 - Current
  • Lead regional blood center operations, ensuring collections, donor engagement, and business growth.
  • Develop sales strategies to drive donor conversion and long-term engagement.
  • Oversee team development, ensuring alignment with performance metrics and quality control.
  • Spearhead training initiatives, including the LifeShare U platform for leadership and coaching.
  • Collaborate with Fleet & Community Engagement teams to optimize donor outreach and scheduling.

General Service Manager

Charming Charlie
09.2013 - 11.2014
  • Led sales and merchandising strategy, ensuring strong revenue performance.
  • Managed team operations, including payroll, inventory control, and leadership development.
  • Developed and implemented customer engagement tactics to drive brand loyalty.

General Manager | Assistant Manager

Victoria's Secret
06.2011 - 09.2013
  • Oversaw store operations, including training, product placement, and sales execution.
  • Spearheaded merchandising improvements, leading to a 12% sales increase in the intimates category.
  • Trained and mentored staff in customer engagement, loss prevention, and brand consistency.

Education

Associate of Arts -

McNeese State Universty
Lake Charles, LA
05.2006

Skills

  • Business Development Strategic Growth Market Expansion
  • Donor Engagement Conversion Optimization Revenue Generation
  • Leadership Team Development Coaching & Trust-Building
  • Operational Efficiency Scheduling SOP Compliance
  • Sales Strategy Merchandising Customer Service Excellence
  • Stakeholder Collaboration Competitive Analysis Process Improvement
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Relationship building
  • Decision-making

Timeline

Director of Blood Collections & Business Development

LifeShare Blood Center
07.2019 - Current

General Service Manager

Charming Charlie
09.2013 - 11.2014

General Manager | Assistant Manager

Victoria's Secret
06.2011 - 09.2013

Associate of Arts -

McNeese State Universty
Ashley Faulk