David Allen
Madison,US
Summary
Transitioning from paperboy to management and business ownership, cultivating a rich background in sales, training, and customer engagement.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
D.A. Guitars
Madison, Ohio
11.2023 - Current
- Develop marketing strategies to promote sales of guitars and other stringed instruments through social media channels.
- Handle customer inquiries, providing expert advice on product selection and care.
- As an experienced Guitar Technician, I provide expert repair and maintenance for guitars, and all stringed instruments.
Home Health Care Aide
Arcadia Home Health Care
Perry, Ohio
10.2023 - 11.2025
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at home.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Monitored client health status and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
Sales Manager/Guitar Technician
Pfabe's Music
Painesville, Ohio
03.1997 - 06.2023
- Managed inventory levels as the store's buyer.
- Trained team members.
- Stringed musical instrument quality control, setup, and repair.
- Managed online sales.
- Oversaw sales operations on the sales floor.
Server/Bartender
John Palmer's Bistro
Chardon, Ohio
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Performed Server/Bartender duties in a fine dining atmosphere.
Server/Closing Manager
Moutain Jacks/Carvers Steakhouse
Mentor/Beachwood, Ohio
01.1985 - 01.2003
- Performed closing procedures in a fine dining restaurant.
- Performed as head server in a fine dining atmosphere.
- Trained new team members.
Skills
- Team building
- Business operations
- Supervision
- Relationship development
- Customer service
- Problem resolution
Timeline
Owner/Operator
D.A. Guitars
11.2023 - Current
Home Health Care Aide
Arcadia Home Health Care
10.2023 - 11.2025
Server/Bartender
John Palmer's Bistro
01.2003 - 01.2008
Sales Manager/Guitar Technician
Pfabe's Music
03.1997 - 06.2023
Server/Closing Manager
Moutain Jacks/Carvers Steakhouse
01.1985 - 01.2003