Darris D. White
Mishawaka,IN
Summary
Seeking a challenging career in management with ample opportunities for advancement and long-term growth within the company. Utilizing strong leadership skills and extensive experience to drive organizational success. Adept at developing and implementing strategic initiatives to optimize operational efficiency and enhance team performance. Passionate about fostering a collaborative work environment that promotes innovation, employee engagement, and customer satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traveling Sales Manager
AKIRA Bijora
06.2022 - Current
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
Professional Image Consultant
PSboys Music
01.2008 - Current
- Create styles for videos, photo shoots, social events, and Fashion shows
- Appointment setting
- Design/create clothing
- Marketing/Advertisement/Recruiting
- Set Designing
Store Manager
AKIRA Bijora
06.2018 - 05.2022
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
Project Coordinator
Oaklawn Psychiatric Center
02.2012 - 04.2016
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Played an active role in brainstorming sessions held for the purpose of generating innovative ideas/solutions which could potentially be incorporated into existing/new projects being undertaken by the company.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Facilitated frequent progress reports and presentations to keep management informed about ongoing activities within their respective domains.
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters.
Program Coordinator
Oaklawn
02.2012 - 01.2016
- Milieu structure and development
- Payroll, corrective action, hiring, termination, scheduling
- Community relationships: Mishawaka Schools, CASA, DCS, and rotation/Courts
- Mentoring/role modeling, Teaching Life skills
- Oversee supply requisitions and purchases
- Coordinated Team meetings and monthly calendar
Unit Charge
Oaklawn
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Ensured proper implementation of treatment plans and patient care
- Established and maintained systems to meet client needs
- Created and maintained operational goals and targets
- Mediated staff/client concerns
Education
Diploma -
Benton Harbor High School
2002
Skills
- Exceptional interpersonal communication
- Effective leadership skills/multi-tasking
- Critical Thinking
- Crisis De-escalation
- Organizational management
Certification
AHA- First Aid C.P.R./ A.E.D 2016
CPI 2016
Calming Kids in Crisis 2016
Crisis De-escalation
Accomplishments
Top Sales person of the year 2023
Timeline
Traveling Sales Manager
AKIRA Bijora
06.2022 - Current
Store Manager
AKIRA Bijora
06.2018 - 05.2022
Project Coordinator
Oaklawn Psychiatric Center
02.2012 - 04.2016
Program Coordinator
Oaklawn
02.2012 - 01.2016
Unit Charge
Oaklawn
01.2011 - 01.2012
Professional Image Consultant
PSboys Music
01.2008 - Current
Diploma -
Benton Harbor High School
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