Carolyn Whitmer
Bozeman,MT
Summary
Business Owner experienced in operations management, competitive analysis and financial management. Demonstrated success in growth and innovation. Capitalized on new trends and technologies to boost business initiatives and reach sales objectives.
Hardworking and passionate with over 13 years of marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the brand.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Manager
Steamboat Dry Goods
04.2010 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Responsible for scaling growth through in-person sales and online
- Social media and marketing for business operations
- Website development and updates on a daily basis
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets to view and order inventory.
Education
No Degree - Managerial Accounting And Project Management
Bellevue Community College
Bellevue, WA2007
No Degree - Main Street Management
National Trust For Historic Preservation
Washington, DC04.2004
Bachelor of Science - Landscape Horticulture
The Ohio State University
Columbus06.2002
Skills
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Staff Management
- Contract Negotiation Expertise
- Financial Statements
- Staff Training
- Web Development
- QuickBooks
- Social Media - marketing
- Inventory Management
- Communication
- Negotiating
- Product Knowledge
Websites
Timeline
Owner/Manager
Steamboat Dry Goods
04.2010 - Current
No Degree - Managerial Accounting And Project Management
Bellevue Community College
No Degree - Main Street Management
National Trust For Historic Preservation
Bachelor of Science - Landscape Horticulture
The Ohio State University
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