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Ashley Ford

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Area manager with experience in retail operations, food service management, and visual merchandising. Proven ability to lead teams, streamline processes, manage inventory, and implement corporate standards. Adept at hiring, training, and maintaining high-quality customer service standards across multiple locations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Manager

158 Group LLC
06.2019 - Current
  • Managed daily operations across multiple restaurants ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.
  • Improved overall efficiency by identifying areas in need of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
  • Processed payroll for employees across multiple locations, ensuring accuracy and timely submissions.
  • Recruited, trained, and supervised staff to deliver top-tier customer service.
  • Oversaw inventory management, quality control, and vendor relations.
  • Increased sales through process improvement and operational efficiency.

Visual Merchandising Assistant

Athleta- Gap
01.2016 - 06.2019
  • Enhanced store sales by creating visually appealing merchandise displays and window installations.
  • Ensured timely execution of all visual merchandising updates, minimizing disruption during store hours.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of special events, such as product launches or holiday promotions.
  • Maintained clean and organized back-of-house area while streamlining daily restocking operations for efficiency.
  • Managed inventory and stock levels, ensuring optimal product availability for customers.
  • Trained junior visual merchandising assistants in effective display techniques, resulting in consistent brand presentation across the store.

Graphic Designer

Coca-Cola
06.2011 - 01.2016
  • Conceptualized creative designs for print materials, banners, and signs.
  • Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
  • Developed creative design for print materials for in house meetings.
  • Created engaging social media graphics that drove user engagement and increased online visibility.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic And Digital Design

Academy of Art University
San Francisco, CA
05-2011

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Staff training and development
  • Recruiting and hiring
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer experience
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Area Manager

158 Group LLC
06.2019 - Current

Visual Merchandising Assistant

Athleta- Gap
01.2016 - 06.2019

Graphic Designer

Coca-Cola
06.2011 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic And Digital Design

Academy of Art University

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