Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Ashton Benkert

Freeland,MI

Summary

Professional with strong background in branch management. Skilled in enhancing operational efficiency, driving growth, and fostering team collaboration. Known for adaptability to changing needs and effective problem-solving. Expertise in strategic planning, customer service, and financial oversight. Reliable leader focused on achieving results and empowering teams.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Manager

Young Entrepreneurs Across America
11.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw 400k worth of exterior painting.
  • Directed daily operations of the branch, including customer service, human resources, sales and marketing activities.
  • Managed staff scheduling, hiring and training processes.
  • Monitored financial performance of the branch on a bi-weekly basis.
  • Provided guidance and support to team members regarding problem resolution and customer service issues.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Established strong working relationships with external partners such as vendors and suppliers.
  • Managed and inspired team members to perform to full potential, driving branch profitability.
  • Successfully coached branch managers to run a business
  • Sold at 50+ percent success rate
  • Improved from 14% profit to 24% in 1 year

General Labor Worker

Nutrien
05.2022 - 08.2024
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Adhered to company policies, safety procedures, and performance standards.
  • Met with customers on deliveries almost daily
  • Drove dry and liquid-tending trucks
  • Worked between 40-60+ hours a week
  • Working alone for long periods of time
  • Contributed to successful project outcomes by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.

Farm Hand

RC Heritage Farms Inc.
04.2018 - 12.2021
  • Operated various farm machinery including tractors, and plows for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
  • Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
  • Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.

Team Captain

Frankenmuth Football
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Three years of varsity football
  • Captain of a State Runner-Up program
  • Acted as a positive role model to set the tone for program and enhanced leadership credibility with teammates and coaches.
  • Maintained poise, and optimism and bounced back quickly after mistakes to show teammates how to respond to negative situations.
  • Invested time to build and strengthen relationships with teammates by inquiring about individual challenges and goals.
  • Liaised with the head coach to discuss collective insights on chemistry, focus, and mindset and worked together to co-lead the team.
  • Challenged teammates to get better and work harder by constructively confronting negativity, pessimism, and laziness.
  • Attended all practices, meetings, and workouts on time.
  • Adapted quickly to changing game plans and strategies.

Lifeguard

Zehnder's Splash Village
01.2020 - 08.2021
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
  • Monitored the safety of guests in and around the swimming pool.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
  • Scanned main areas to monitor for any safety risks.
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Educated patrons on safety protocols and enforced safety rules.

Education

Supply Chain Management

Adrian College
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Frankenmuth High School
06.2022

Skills

  • Safe Vehicle Operation
  • Truck Loading and Unloading
  • Worksite Safety and Maintenance
  • Team Player
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Customer Service
  • Branch Operations Management
  • Sales expertise
  • Project Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Team Supervision
  • Safety Compliance
  • Problem-Solving
  • Skilled With Ladders and Scaffolds
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Relationship building and management

Accomplishments

All time rookie revenue record (180k)

Rookie manager of the year 2024

Supervised team of 13 staff members.

Timeline

Regional Manager

Young Entrepreneurs Across America
11.2023 - Current

Team Captain

Frankenmuth Football
08.2022 - 12.2022

General Labor Worker

Nutrien
05.2022 - 08.2024

Lifeguard

Zehnder's Splash Village
01.2020 - 08.2021

Farm Hand

RC Heritage Farms Inc.
04.2018 - 12.2021

High School Diploma -

Frankenmuth High School

Supply Chain Management

Adrian College

References

Steve Acorn (CEO Young Entrepreneurs Across America) +1(810)434-0387

Aaron Acorn (VP Young Entrepreneurs Across America) (586)212-4612

Anthony Smieska +1(517)214-9761

Mike Benkert (989)225-0142

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