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Christine A. Wheeler

Quality Inn By Choice
Fresno,CA

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site

Location:

Fresno, CA

Open to relocation:

Yes

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leave

Summary

Results-oriented General Manager specializing in optimizing hotel operations and enhancing guest experiences. Implements strategic initiatives that drive operational efficiency and elevate guest satisfaction. Leads high-performing teams through strong financial management and innovative solutions, ensuring memorable stays while meeting organizational goals.

16
years of professional experience

Work History

Hotel General Manager

3 Years
Quality Inn By Choice | 5113 E. McKinley Ave Fresno CA | 09.2023 - Current
  • Hired and trained new employees on best methods for serving clients and guests, enhancing service quality.
  • Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services to maintain high guest satisfaction rates.
  • Developed and implemented targeted marketing strategies, increasing visibility and attracting new guests.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of lodging facility, scheduling staff and overseeing budgets.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of 77-room hotel with staff of 15 employees.
  • Monitored and evaluated performance of personnel to confirm compliance with standards.
  • Solicited and reviewed guest feedback and promptly resolved complaints.
  • Analyzed financial performance of property and adjusted strategies or processes to improve outcomes.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to promote hotel services.

Beauty Sales Manager

9 Months
Estee Lauder Macy's | 4888 N. Fresno CA | 12.2022 - 09.2023
  • Coached cosmetics sales team on promotions and events to enhance marketing effectiveness and drive sales of key merchandise.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Trained cosmetics personnel in sales techniques and product line to improve recommendations and increase upselling for department.
  • Set up sales floor, developed department procedures and implemented company policies to maximize cosmetics sales.
  • Maintained accurate inventory and sales records for department.
  • Conducted product training sessions for team members to enhance their knowledge and sales skills, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Organized promotional events and interacted with the community to increase sales volume.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into the best remedy.
  • Coordinated promotional events to attract customers and increase sales opportunities. and interacted with community to increase sales volume.

Hotel General Manager

5 Years 10 Months
21st Century LLC / Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton | 327 E. Fir Ave Fresno | 02.2017 - 12.2022
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of 85-room hotel with staff of 25 employees.
  • Elevated customer service ratings by fostering a welcoming and personable service culture.
  • Implemented successful strategies to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Increased customer service ratings through personable service.
  • Established and upheld high standards, promoting great customer service and assistance to guests.
  • Maintained well-regarded concierge services to provide guests with assistance and convenient information about local attractions.
  • Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services to maintain high guest satisfaction rates.
  • Solicited and reviewed guest feedback and promptly resolved complaints.
  • Monitored and evaluated performance of personnel to confirm compliance with standards.
  • Participated in financial activities such as setting room rates, establishing budgets and allocating funds to departments.
  • Collaborated on development and distribution of marketing materials to enhance facility visibility and attract guests.
  • Analyzed and evaluated business data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Assisted with development and distribution of marketing materials for facility.
  • Coordinated bookings for large groups, ensuring competitive room rates and seamless event execution.
  • Provided reservation options based on expected attendees for event coordination.

Sales Manager

4 Years 8 Months
Macy's | 2211 S. Mooney Blvd Visalia | 06.2012 - 02.2017
  • Resolved customer relations issues, ensuring quick resolutions and enhancing client satisfaction.
  • Cultivated customer relationships and identified new opportunities by assessing needs and providing tailored services.
  • Participated in industry events to network and discover sales opportunities. and conventions to explain sales opportunities.
  • Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
  • Organized promotional events and interacted with the community to increase sales volume.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with headquarters, regional and other teams nationally to maintain consistent a consistent message and experience.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented a mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with headquarters, regional and other teams nationally to maintain consistent message and experience.
  • Established strong relationships with customers to foster loyalty and trust. with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Delivered recommendations to long-term accounts to promote brand awareness to a key audience.

Associate Sales Manager

5 Years 2 Months
Biglots! | Fresno, CA | 10.2010 - 12.2015

· Resolved customer relations issues to ensure prompt resolutions and enhance client satisfaction.

· Drove sales growth and service excellence by establishing and nurturing new customer relationships.

· Maintained precise and organized accounting records through diligent monitoring of sales documentation.

· Conducted regular inspections of facilities to ensure safety compliance and mitigate security vulnerabilities.

· Addressed customer complaints promptly to enhance overall satisfaction.

· Managed cash register functions, ensuring precise handling of cash, check, and credit card transactions.

· Welcomed customers upon entry and efficiently addressed their inquiries.

· Adjusted availability to accommodate fluctuating business needs through flexible scheduling and overtime.

· Organized and maintained merchandise inventory through effective stocking, tagging, and display techniques.

· Managed customer interactions to efficiently handle returns, issue refunds, and resolve transaction-related concerns.

· Communicated current store promotions and highlighted sales opportunities to enhance customer experience.

· Managed inventory counting processes by meticulously adding each item in stock and documenting results in the computer system.

· Managed order entry, payment processing, and receipt generation through POS system to ensure accurate transactions.

· Oversaw receipt of shipments, meticulously matching contents with documentation and coordinating delivery to relevant departments.

· Executed loading and unloading operations using pallet jacks and dollies, maintaining workflow efficiency in logistics.

· Executed stock receipt processes and ensured precise data entry into the inventory database.

· Managed receiving floor staff roles and responsibilities, fostering a culture of intelligence and efficiency in operations.

· Oversaw comprehensive onboarding initiatives to ensure new hires are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge for success.

Education

High School Diploma

Duncan Polytechnical High School | Fresno, CA | 06-2000

Skills

Hotel operations
Client engagement
Guest relations management
Guest services management
Guest services
Guest accommodations
Operations management
Revenue generation
Food and beverage operations
Property management systems
Staff training
Staff scheduling
Employee development
Performance reviews
Team leadership
Interviewing and hiring
Disciplinary actions
Vendor interaction
Time management
Self-motivation
Conflict resolution
Guest complaint resolution

Timeline

Hotel General Manager
Quality Inn By Choice
09.2023 - Current
Beauty Sales Manager
Estee Lauder Macy's
12.2022 - 09.2023
Hotel General Manager
21st Century LLC / Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton
02.2017 - 12.2022
Sales Manager
Macy's
06.2012 - 02.2017
Associate Sales Manager
Biglots!
10.2010 - 12.2015
Duncan Polytechnical High School
High School Diploma
Christine A. Wheeler