Blake Thigpen
Leander,TX
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience at different work places, excelling in customer service and community outreach. Proven ability in data analysis and qualitative research, fostering a welcoming environment for residents. Recognized for enhancing guest experiences and effectively managing front desk operations, ensuring safety and satisfaction for all visitors.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Cavender's Boot City
Leander, TX
10.2025 - Current
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
Dog Daycare Attendant
Pet Resort on Main
Victoria, TX
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
Front Desk Assistant
Texas State University
San Marcos
05.2024 - 08.2025
- As a front desk assistant in a college dorm, I served as the first point of contact for students and visitors. My responsibilities included checking in guests, answering questions, sorting and distributing mail, and helping enforce dorm policies. I worked to create a welcoming and safe environment, while also providing helpful information and supportto residents as needed.
Sales Associate
Camp Eagle
Rocksprings
07.2024 - 08.2024
- As a sales associate working at a summer camp, I helped run the camp's store. I sold snacks, drinks, and camp merchandise to campers and staff. I kept the store clean, restocked merchandise, handled money, and was friendly and helpful to everyone who came into the store.
Sales Associate
Cavender's Boot City
Victoria, TX
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Skills
- Research methods
- Data analysis
- Qualitative analysis
- Community outreach
- Social program evaluation
- Customer service
- Payment processing
- Upselling
- Product guidance
- Relationship building
Timeline
Sales Associate
Cavender's Boot City
10.2025 - Current
Dog Daycare Attendant
Pet Resort on Main
06.2025 - 10.2025
Sales Associate
Camp Eagle
07.2024 - 08.2024
Front Desk Assistant
Texas State University
05.2024 - 08.2025
Sales Associate
Cavender's Boot City
12.2022 - 08.2023