Ashley Folchetti
Toms River,NJ
Summary
Experienced and results driven District Training Manager currently in store 1409 Freehold NJ, with a proven track record of effectively leading teams to exceed sales targets, improve store efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction. Adept at implementing company initiatives, developing high performing teams and fostering a fun and inclusive work culture. Strong communication skills, with a deep understanding of retail operations and market trends. Competitive nature and passion for the company has allowed me to develop talent, drive sales, and give opportunity to others. 9 years of retail experience, with 4 years at Journeys, has helped me learn how to both lead and support my teams and always strive to do better.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
District Training Manager
Journeys 1409
11.2021 - Current
- Organized workshops and seminars for employees at all levels, promoting a culture of continuous learning within the organization.
- Was able to travel to train, hire and develop talent inside and outside my market.
- Worked side by side with DSM to develop business strategies for neighboring stores as well as have daily interactions with them to support company initiatives.
Store Manager
Journeys 1409
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced, high volume location through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Maintained open lines of communication with corporate headquarters and requesting support when needed.
- Set records and began to develop team members into prospective promotes.
Store Manager
Journeys Kidz 7057
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Was able to network on higher level with my peers, and leave my mark within my district.
- Audit excellence and GOR certification within a year that saw highest volume year to date.
- Develop my ability to network, recruit and train talent.
- Set the standard within my store by leading by example while building relationships with home office and merchandisers.
Manager in Training
Journeys 1409
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Supported SM in employee development, evaluation and hiring.
- Worked closely with SM to understand my leadership role and trained to get more fluent in ops within a high volume store.
- Learned to drive sales and balance employee needs while holding accountability for self and staff.
- Developed open lines of communication with DSM and other managers within my market.
Assistant Store Manager
Journeys 1409
11.2020 - 11.2020
- Supported SM in sales, VMs and ops on a daily basis while providing motivation and direction to sales associates.
- Promoted the Journeys culture and contributed to increase in sales.
- Developed a loyal customer base through personalized interactions, increasing repeat business in-store visits.
- Helped maintain GOR evaluation.
Assistant Store Manager
Journeys 1015
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Learned about product knowledge through working with former SM and ASM.
- Learned selling behaviors and operations through training and developing with SM.
- Assisted in making schedules, MPRs and delegating among sales associates.
- Made daily action plans and exceeded sales plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Holmdel High School
Holmdel, NJ2004
Skills
- STAR Certified
- Led DTM clinic at store location
- Core Values Management
- Networking
- Decision-Making
- Productivity Improvement
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Adaptability
Accomplishments
- Promoted Mat Mulroney JY1319
- 100k Award Winner FY23
- 100K Award Winner FY22
- GOR Certified FY21
- GOR Certified FY22
- GOR Certified FY23
- Audit Excellence FY21
- Vans Contest FY22
- Back To School Contest FY22
- All Access Contest FY23
- Converse Contest FY23
- Grand Slam Qualifier FY23
- Team Achieved Largest Year JYKIDZ 7057 FY21
- Team Achieved Largest Month 12/23 JY1409
- Team Achieved Largest Week 12/23 JY1409
- Largest Week by associate in 12/22 and then again in 12/23 JY1409
- Team achieved Largest Year in FY22 and then again in FY23
- Worked at Sad SummerFest
- 2X participant and leader of ATC events.
Timeline
District Training Manager
Journeys 1409
11.2021 - Current
Store Manager
Journeys 1409
09.2021 - 11.2021
Store Manager
Journeys Kidz 7057
03.2021 - 09.2021
Manager in Training
Journeys 1409
11.2020 - 03.2021
Assistant Store Manager
Journeys 1409
11.2020 - 11.2020
Assistant Store Manager
Journeys 1015
03.2020 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Holmdel High School