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David "Tyler" Kersey

Wilmington,NC

Summary

Proactive Hospitality Management professional with experience in the Lodging Industry. Takes pride in creativity with process innovation, a desire to learn, and quality communication skills. Willing to go the extra mile for the betterment of the team.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intern to AGM, Front Desk Senior

Hampton Inn University Area
01.2023 - Current
  • Outcomes: Coworker Relations, Flexibility
  • Coordinated daily airline and taxi arrivals among third-party services
  • Worked as a team to build rapport and retention among Hilton guests
  • Practiced proper safety and sanitation to align with ServSafe, New Hanover County, and Hilton standards.
  • Created meaningful relations with vendors/clients
  • Oversaw the planning, setup, and billing of meeting space.
  • Maintained communication between departments throughout the day, assisting when needed
  • Maintained and prioritized to-do-lists


Intern to AGM, FOH, Food Services

Hampton Inn University Area
01.2023 - Current
  • Outcomes: Big picture, Coworker Relations
  • Practiced proper safety and sanitation to align with ServSafe, New Hanover County, and Hilton standards.
  • Created meaningful relations with vendors/clients
  • Oversaw the planning, setup, and billing of meeting space.

Bar Manager

Residence Inn By Marriott Landfall
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Outcomes: Budgeting, Marketing
  • Fixed price points to align with a marketing strategy
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages and food well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.

Guest Services Associate

Residence Inn By Marriott Landfall
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Outcomes: Multi-departmental training, Professional Relationships
  • Trained in the auditing, housekeeping, kitchen, houseman, and front desk roles
  • Highly professional communication with clients and staff
  • Active listening, service recovery, and conflict resolution

Adventure Tour Guide

University Of North Carolina Wilmington
12.2019 - 06.2021
  • Outcomes: Planning skills, Resourcefulness
  • Collaborated with tour guides to provide comprehensive and enjoyable experiences for customers
  • Communicated professionally with customers, answering questions and addressing concerns to boost satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Hospitality Management - Tourism, Recreation, & Sports Management

University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
05.2023

Skills

  • Employee Relations
  • Professional Relationships
  • Brand Development
  • Data Management
  • Conflict Management
  • Solution Seeking

Affiliations

Eagle Scout - Boy Scouts of America

Certification

  • Propery Management Systems (PEP, ONQ, FOSSE)
  • m3 Accounts Receivable
  • Clover POS Administration
  • ServSafe Food Handling
  • eTips Alcohol Certification
  • Limited Spanish (7 Semesters)

Timeline

Intern to AGM, Front Desk Senior

Hampton Inn University Area
01.2023 - Current

Intern to AGM, FOH, Food Services

Hampton Inn University Area
01.2023 - Current

Bar Manager

Residence Inn By Marriott Landfall
01.2021 - 01.2023

Guest Services Associate

Residence Inn By Marriott Landfall
01.2021 - 01.2023

Adventure Tour Guide

University Of North Carolina Wilmington
12.2019 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Hospitality Management - Tourism, Recreation, & Sports Management

University of North Carolina At Wilmington
David "Tyler" Kersey