Danisha Whitaker
Sacramento ,CA
Summary
Dynamic in management, with a proven track record in sales. I excelled in staff training and development while driving market expansion. Expert in time management and analytical skills, I successfully optimized sales strategies, achieving significant growth and enhancing customer service. Passionate about fostering professional networks and delivering exceptional results. Working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly mastering new skills. Good with numbers, and obtaining certifications when needed.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver, Special Needs
IHS
Sacramento, CA
11.2009 - Current
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family, and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Compiled treatment reports and progress evaluations to share with parents and guardians throughout the time in the program.
- I reported concerns to the nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Manufacturing Technician
American Red Cross
Sacramento, CA
10.2018 - 02.2022
- Inspected materials used in deliverable products, and determined suitability based on shelf life.
- Adhered to applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for safety, and environmental compliance.
- Developed manufacturing infrastructure to integrate or deploy new processes.
- Collected samples from various sources for analysis in accordance with established guidelines.
- Managed inventory levels by ordering supplies and ensuring stock is available when needed.
Sales Manager
Aaron's
North Highlands, CA
02.2017 - 09.2018
- Maintained a professional network of potential clients and business opportunities.
- Reduced process gaps by hiring, supervising, and coaching employees on sales strategies and protocols, optimizing performance, growth, and profitability.
- Executed and created strategic sales plans to expand the customer base, and extend global reach.
- Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
Education
Certification - Carpentry
HBI
Sacramento06-2025
High School Diploma -
Mesa Verde
Sacramento, CA06-2005
Skills
- Time management
- Detail-oriented
- Staff training and development
- Customer service
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking
- Analytical
- Microsoft Office
- Safety protocols
- Team leadership
- Quality assurance
- Networking
- Decision-making
- Blueprint interpretation
- Power tool operation
- Hand tool operation
- Safety compliance
- Adaptable learning
- Measurement accuracy
- Cutting precision
- Worksite safety
- Safety guidelines adherence
- Door and window installation
- OSHA training
Timeline
Manufacturing Technician
American Red Cross
10.2018 - 02.2022
Sales Manager
Aaron's
02.2017 - 09.2018
Caregiver, Special Needs
IHS
11.2009 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mesa Verde
Certification - Carpentry
HBI