Daniel E Wegert
Louisville,KY
Summary
Dedicated and results-oriented retail management professional with over 20 years of experience in store operations, team leadership, and customer engagement. Proven ability to drive sales, manage payroll and scheduling, and foster strong business relationships. Expertise in staff training, inventory management, and creating exceptional customer experiences. Eager to leverage a comprehensive understanding of retail dynamics to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.
Professional retail management with proven track record in leading store operations and driving sales growth. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring reliability and adaptability to changing needs. Expertise in inventory management, customer service, and staff training, coupled with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Enthusiastic about creating positive shopping experience and optimizing store performance.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Tandy Leather #028; Tandy Leather #154; Tandy Leather #132
Louisville
02.2015 - 08.2026
- Oversee and manage the daily operations of the retail store.
- Assume full responsibility for store operations, including payroll, staff scheduling, and facility maintenance.
- Spearheaded store opening and closing procedures, hiring and onboarding new employees to ensure a smooth operational transition.
- Deliver exceptional customer service, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Cultivated and maintained strong business relationships with clients and partners to drive community engagement.
- Cultivate and maintain strong business relationships with clients and partners.
- Directed and developed staff through targeted education and performance management to enhance team capabilities.
- Collaborate with community institutions such as schools, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, 4-H, and the VA to foster engagement.
- Establish and manage promotional booths at diverse events including I.F.O.L.G. (International Federation Of Leather Guilds), trade shows, and reenactment venues.
Owner and Operator
Hair Avenue LLC
New Albany
05.2004 - 02.2015
- Launched and managed a new business, overseeing a team of up to six stylists.
- Ensured salon's pristine condition through consistent routine maintenance and daily cleaning tasks.
- Provided professional styling services, counseling, and support, acting as a trusted advisor and friend to clients.
- Completed extensive educational courses and training programs to stay current with the latest hairstyling trends and beauty supply offerings.
- Provided professional styling services and personalized support, establishing trust and rapport with clients.
Store Manager and District Manager
Smart Style LLC
Indiana
01.1999 - 05.2004
- Managed two salon locations for the initial four years, transitioning to District Manager for Southeast Indiana, overseeing ten stores in the final year before establishing own business.
- Cultivated high-performing salon environments and trained staff to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw sales operations, payroll, scheduling, and hiring processes to streamline day-to-day operations.
- Administered sales operations, payroll, scheduling, incentive programs, hiring processes, store supplies, and cleaning protocols.
- Launched new salon locations as District Manager, recruiting and training management teams while ensuring compliance with company procedures.
- Received an all-expenses-paid trip to Madrid for top district and regional managers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maconquah High School
Bunkerhill05-1981
Cosmetology License - Cosmetology
Wabash Beauty Collage Graduete
Wabash, IN05-1988
Skills
- Store operations
- Store opening and closing
- Inventory management
- Training and mentoring
- Customer service
- Client engagement
Timeline
Store Manager
Tandy Leather #028; Tandy Leather #154; Tandy Leather #132
02.2015 - 08.2026
Owner and Operator
Hair Avenue LLC
05.2004 - 02.2015
Store Manager and District Manager
Smart Style LLC
01.1999 - 05.2004
High School Diploma -
Maconquah High School
Cosmetology License - Cosmetology
Wabash Beauty Collage Graduete