Daniel Walsh
Andover,MA
Summary
Dedicated and driven MBA student with a strong background in operational management, sales, and exceptional customer service skills. As the owner of Daniels Kicks, a successful sneaker reselling business, I have developed a brand, navigated market trends, and managed all aspects of sales, inventory, and customer relationships. Additionally, my temporary role as Assistant Manager at KrispyCleanKicks has further enhanced my expertise in inventory management, pricing strategies, and customer engagement. My diverse experience also includes roles in golf operations and rideshare services, where I honed my organizational and communication skills. With a passion for operations, sales, and continuous learning, I am eager to apply my entrepreneurial mindset and hands-on experience to contribute to a dynamic organization. Seeking opportunities in operations, sales, and management to drive growth and profitability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager (Launch Phase/Part-time)
KrispyCleanKicks
Haverhill, MA
01.2024 - Current
- Overseeing and maintaining inventory, managing product quality and availability
- Buying, selling, and trading limited-edition footwear and clothing while factoring in the current market value
- Providing top-level customer service and fulfilling customer's requests
- Organizing sales, promoting sales, and developing strategies to increase sales and profitability
- Ensure timely acquisition of popular limited-edition sneakers
- Keep up with trends in the sneaker market
- Setting competitive yet profitable prices
- Adjusting prices based on market demand and supply
- Managing social media accounts and engaging with the community
- Building and maintaining a loyal customer base
- Handling transactions
- Verify the authenticity of sneakers before purchasing
- Building relationships with suppliers.
Owner
Daniels Kicks
Andover, MA
01.2022 - Current
- Find and purchase sneakers from various sources, including retail stores, online drops, and secondary markets
- Developed a brand and reputation in the sneaker community
- Keep up with sneaker release calendars, industry news, and changes in market dynamics
- Set competitive prices based on market demand, rarity, and condition of the sneakers
- Verifying the authenticity of sneakers to avoid selling counterfeit products
- Keep track of stock levels, manage storage, and organize inventory efficiently
- Package sneakers securely and arrange for timely shipping to customers
- Maintain accurate records of sales, expenses, and profits, and handle financial transactions.
- Build relationships with other resellers, collectors, and industry insiders to gain access to exclusive releases and opportunities
- Vendor at notable sneaker conventions (for example Got Sole, Sneaker Con, and For the Culture)
- Facilitate and execute all sales
- Managing social media accounts and engaging with the community
- Promoting products on numerous social media platforms
- Setting monthly goals and expectations to advance growth
- Marketing products on social media and having a website for the public to purchase limited edition footwear at a competitive cost
- Successfully advertising products leading to sales
- Setting monthly budgets. For example, $1000 profit a month off sold products
- Attend and vendor at global sneaker events throughout the U.S. spreading brand awareness, making connections in the industry and selling products
Golf Operations
North Andover Country Club
North Andover, MA
01.2019 - Current
- Coordinates Pro Shop activities and inventory as a backup to the Golf Pro
- Proactively identifies trending products for country club (ie
- Nike Air Jordans)
- Run Men's League logistics at the request of manager
- Runs country club tournaments, often as lead assistant
- Oversee Junior League practice sessions for junior players
- Trains new staff
- General administrative responsibilities
- Maintain golf scores and post updates for member reference using Golf Genius.
PT Trading
Hide Brokerage Firm
North Andover, MA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Work as an intern to learn more about the commodity business
- General administrative support - order processing, sales support.
Education
Bachelor of Liberal Arts -
University of Massachusetts
Lowell, MA05-2023
Master of Business Administration -
University of Massachusetts
Lowell, MASkills
- Self-motivation
- Customer Service
- Marketing
- Sales
- Organization
- Practical reasoning
- Teamwork skills
- Operations
- Excellent attention to detail
- Writing
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Customer Advocacy
- Resilience
Accomplishments
- Graduated Summa Cum Laude - GPA 3.98
- Inducted in the Alpha Sigma Lambda Society at the University of Massachusetts
- Starting shortstop in the Little League World Series (Northeast Regional Finalist)
- Requested to participate in student highlight article for the University of Massachusetts
- Varsity athlete - baseball
References
- Matt Lombard, North Andover Country Club, 781-264-5090
- Paul Theberge, PT Trading, 978-975-3939
- Bill Wall, Managing Director, Fidelity Investments, 978-886-5742
- Dave Fazio, Andover High Basketball Coach, 978-835-2600
- Rick Peterson, former Nor'Easters coach, 979-886-4334
Timeline
Assistant Manager (Launch Phase/Part-time)
KrispyCleanKicks
01.2024 - Current
Owner
Daniels Kicks
01.2022 - Current
PT Trading
Hide Brokerage Firm
01.2022 - 01.2023
Golf Operations
North Andover Country Club
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Liberal Arts -
University of Massachusetts
Master of Business Administration -
University of Massachusetts
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