Brian Scheetz
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Professional development trainer skilled in designing and delivering effective training programs. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving impactful results. Expertise in adult learning principles, instructional design, and performance improvement. Reliable, adaptable, and consistently meets changing needs with results-driven approach.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Development Trainer/COI
Crossroads Correctional / Academy for Excellence in Corrections
Cameron, MO
08.2025 - Current
- Completed OJT training at CRCC (Crossroads Correctional Center in December 2025, promoted to AEC as a Staff Development Trainer in January of 2026.
- Worked in multiple areas for the prison.
- Promoted and started teaching multiple courses and helping in any areas/classes as needed.
Baseball Umpire
Tennessee Collegiate Umpire Association
Knoxville, TN
03.2021 - 06.2025
- Officiated across multiple conferences (JuCo through Division I).
- Ensured fair play, game flow, and sportsmanship through consistent calls and rule enforcement.
- Selected to work postseason Conference Tournaments, Regionals, and the JuCo World Series.
- Recognized by peers and leadership as one of the association’s top umpires.
Assistant Store Manager / Store Manager
Lowe’s Home Improvement
Athens, AL
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed 3 department supervisors and 24 associates across Plumbing, Electrical, Tools, Hardware, and Paint.
- Drove sales performance by setting goals, coaching teams, and aligning to corporate metrics.
- Achieved top results in sales, credit goals, MVP sign-ups, and inventory control.
- Completed ASMLE Training with Lowe’s University; awarded Golden Hammer Award for Most Influential ASM among 47 peers nationwide.
Manager
Costco Wholesale
Huntsville, AL
04.2009 - 07.2021
- Began in Marketing; boosted Executive Membership penetration from 41% to 54% in the first year.
- Opened multiple stores across several states in various operational roles.
- Developed and launched a volume buying program at Kansas City Midtown location, generating $4M+ in revenue in under 2 years.
- Held diverse roles: Loss Prevention Officer, Marketing, Produce, Hardlines, and cross-department “floater.”
- Supported daily operations in Foods, Hardlines, and Fuel.
Training Consultant
Fred Pryor Seminars
Mission, KS
02.2007 - 04.2009
- Sold corporate training programs to new and existing clients in assigned territory.
- Organized and led weekly 'Lunch & Learns' to share sales strategies and best practices.
- Designed and launched a Mentorship Program at Eglin AFB (FL) pairing civilian staff with military mentors to develop career advancement skills. Program remains active today.
Partner
Louisiana Tiger Baseball Academy
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2002 - 03.2007
- Co-founded player development academy, offering camps, clinics, and skills training.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure cost-effective equipment and apparel, maximizing margins.
- Designed and led 3-day intensive training camps.
- Teams won 3 World Series Titles and placed top-5 in three others.
- Operated a mobile catering service serving 100–150 businesses daily and contracted events.
Courier
Federal Express
Overland Park, KS
10.1993 - 03.2002
- Managed outbound operations for assigned delivery territory.
- Appointed Driving Instructor after just 4 months (average 8–10 years).
- Certified and trained new employees in Defensive Driving; conducted safety evaluations.
- Completed FedEx LEAP (Leadership, Evaluation and Performance) Program.
- Earned 8 years Safe Driving Award.
Pitcher
Texas Rangers Baseball Club
Arlington, TX
06.1989 - 11.1992
- Drafted in the 1989 MLB Amateur Draft.
- Played in Gulf Coast and Pioneer Leagues; recognized as a top pitching prospect.
- Represented the organization in community outreach and public events.
- Career ended prematurely due to injury.
Education
TV/Radio Broadcasting
University of Illinois at Chicago
01-1989
Psychology
William Jewell College
Liberty, MO01-1988
Skills
- Leadership & Team Development
- Sales & Revenue Growth
- Training & Mentorship
- Sports Coaching & Officiating
- Operations & Loss Prevention
- Public Speaking & Presentations
- Customer & Community Engagement
Timeline
Staff Development Trainer/COI
Crossroads Correctional / Academy for Excellence in Corrections
08.2025 - Current
Assistant Store Manager / Store Manager
Lowe’s Home Improvement
07.2021 - 08.2022
Baseball Umpire
Tennessee Collegiate Umpire Association
03.2021 - 06.2025
Manager
Costco Wholesale
04.2009 - 07.2021
Training Consultant
Fred Pryor Seminars
02.2007 - 04.2009
Partner
Louisiana Tiger Baseball Academy
04.2002 - 03.2007
Courier
Federal Express
10.1993 - 03.2002
Pitcher
Texas Rangers Baseball Club
06.1989 - 11.1992
Psychology
William Jewell College
TV/Radio Broadcasting
University of Illinois at Chicago