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Brianna Kackstetter

Summary

I am a driven and dedicated professional with a wealth of entrepreneurial expertise in launching, owning, and managing businesses in the vacation rental, hospitality, and wellness sectors. I excel at building operations from the very beginning, utilizing strategic and scalable methods.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

AirStay Vacation Rentals
07.2015 - Current

Founded a boutique short-term vacation rental company, leveraging grassroots marketing and strategies to propel its growth to remote management in 3 states and Mexico. Specializing in tailored management and marketing for Airbnb-focused vacation rentals, with expertise encompassing market research, property KPI definition, and competitive pricing strategies. Attained a 30% profit boost, spiking by 60% amid the pandemic demonstrating adaptability and strategic finesse in a dynamic market.

Hospitality Department Manager

Ziprent
08.2020 - 05.2023

Spearheaded the development of training and departmental protocols, led recruitment initiatives, and implemented web-based tools that optimized rentals and enhanced profitability. Effectively managed finances, including AC/AP, property tax preparation, and generating detailed financial reports. Propelled revenue growth by 50%, leading to my rapid promotion to Department Manager within a year of hire.

Salon Sales Consultant

Beauty Solutions LLC
01.2014 - 01.2015

Leveraged my expertise in premium professional hair care products to propel sales growth and optimize brand positioning for a portfolio of 50 salon accounts. Provided tailored business support, formulated marketing plans, and conducted hands-on educational sessions, resulting in a 20% territory expansion in just six months.

Owner/Stylist

Magnolia Salon
01.2009 - 01.2013

Revitalized a struggling salon, boosting profits by 350% and expanding staff by 750% within five months of ownership. Garnered recognition by Yelp and San Diego’s A-List as one of San Diego's Top 10 Salons within six months. Partnered with the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising and the renowned Timkin Musuem of Art for a coveted feature spot in San Diego Home and Garden Lifestyle Magazine.

Education

Ayurvedic Practitioner Certificate - Ayurvedic Medicine

The Dhyana Center of Ayurvedic Sciences
Sebastopol, CA
07.2019

Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

Palomar Institute of Cosmetology
San Marcos, CA
06.2007

Skills

  • Business development
  • Strategic planning
  • B2B B2C Sales
  • Customer relations
  • Google Workspace
  • Microsoft Suite
  • Salesforce
  • Operations oversight
  • Personnel training and development
  • KPI Management
  • Budget Administration
  • Operations Management
  • Business Planning

Timeline

Hospitality Department Manager

Ziprent
08.2020 - 05.2023

Owner

AirStay Vacation Rentals
07.2015 - Current

Salon Sales Consultant

Beauty Solutions LLC
01.2014 - 01.2015

Owner/Stylist

Magnolia Salon
01.2009 - 01.2013

Ayurvedic Practitioner Certificate - Ayurvedic Medicine

The Dhyana Center of Ayurvedic Sciences

Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

Palomar Institute of Cosmetology
Brianna Kackstetter