Dave Van Zandt
Murrieta,CA
Summary
Purpose driven manager with distinguished experience in leadership abilities. Committed to inspiring hope and developing teams to achieve results that create a positive change. Expert in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction while driving revenue and sales.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
District Manager
Starbucks
07.2016 - Current
- District Manager TLA September 2023 - Current
- Store Manager Trainer - Responsible for onboarding and training newly hired Store Managers. Teaching all applicable job functions over a 4-8 week training period. Trained 5 managers in 2022.
- Regional board member for the Disability Advocacy Network
- Grand opened two new store locations, which I was a part of the interviewing, onboarding and training of 40+ baristas and supervisors
- Lead as a district Operational Coach of 10 Store Managers where I provided coaching, to drive operational excellence improving sales, customer connection and operational execution
- FY2023 Store Manager Advance Development Program graduate
- Q3 Manager of the Quarter for FY22
Store Manager
Teavana
07.2011 - 01.2016
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Evaluated success of training programs and developed company's first external manager training program
- Successfully completed new Store Manager training process for 4 newly hired Store Managers
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
Education
Theology
CCBC
06.2010
Skills
- Builds high performing teams
- Decision-making strength
- Staff retention
- Problem solving
- P&L analysis
- Training and development
- Strategic planning
- Outstanding communication skills
Timeline
District Manager
Starbucks
07.2016 - Current
Store Manager
Teavana
07.2011 - 01.2016
Theology
CCBC