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Denise H. Latimer

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Highly motivated professional with 24 years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff, and clients while managing administrative employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and a collaborative team member. Applies business insight and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals. Accomplished Owner offering 24 years of progressive business experience. Dedicated to maximizing bottom-line profits with forward-thinking approaches and a clear focus on continuous improvement. Knowledgeable about financial administration, regulatory compliance, and recordkeeping. Experienced business leader with demonstrated strategic planning, problem-solving and team-building abilities. Successful at bringing in and training staff to handle customer and business needs. Motivational, diplomatic, and respectful of people from different backgrounds. Seasoned Small Business Owner with 24 years of experience in operations management, business strategy, and financial management. Bright and focused Business Owner proudly touting exemplary manager and organizer. Successful collaborator with more than 24 years in the business world. Keen to expand business relationships and develop valuable partners. Take-charge professional delivering executive support and team leadership to business operations. Dependable and detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Broad experience includes office management, accounting, accounts receivable, invoicing, dispatching, database management, vendor negotiations and contract management. Recognized for exemplary customer service and team collaboration. Business-minded professional tackling any job task with gusto and precision. Determined Front Office Supervisor delivering exceptional service and responding to questions and inquiries quickly. Demonstrates positive attitude and readiness to adapt to different situations. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills. Hardworking and reliable [Job Title] with strong ability in [Task]. Offering [Skill] and [Skill]. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level [Job Title] position to help launch career while achieving company goals. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Motivated high school student with a track record of academic excellence looking for part-time work. Intends to develop professional work experience utilizing excellent communication and time management skills. Dedicated student interested in applying excellent communication and interpersonal skills to a [Job Title] role. Experienced in data entry and handling money. Can quickly memorize product details and build customer relationships. Motivated [Area of study] student seeking internship in [Area of expertise] to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed. Diligent College Student focused on [Area of study] and dedication to prompt project completion and continual adaptation. Team-oriented collaborator with reliability and focus on equitable task distribution through group projects and motivation to accomplish mutually held goals. Outgoing [Type] student pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options. Motivated professional offering [Degree] in [Area of study]. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Dance Studio Owner

Dancemakers Of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
09.2001 - Current
  • Worked with children and molded teaching methods to align with age and skill level.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision making.
  • Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
  • Created and implemented marketing and advertising strategies to support revenue goals and promote strategic growth.
  • Directed implementation of strategic business plans to achieve goals and objectives.

Team Leader

Southstar Funding
Home Office, GA
04.2005 - 02.2008
  • Assessed dancer strengths and developed choreography to highlight talent.
  • Kept classrooms tidy and clean for group and one-on-one instruction.
  • Delivered individual instruction to students in between group classes.
  • Collaborated in team-based environment to uphold instruction quality and continuity of service to clients.
  • Coordinated and administered complete dance program.

Professional Dancer

Various Regional Theaters/European Tours
Various, STATE
01.1993 - 05.2004
  • Worked closely with choreographers to perfect performance of dance moves.
  • Built and cultivated lasting professional relationships with other dancers, choreographers and performers by attending social events and maintaining communication.
  • Created and choreographed dance moves and routines for self, partners and ensembles.
  • Identified current dance trends and innovations to stay updated and learn new moves.
  • Offered constructive advice to help team members improve performance.
  • Made practice schedules, sent out notifications and checked participation of team members.
  • Maintained proper spacing and positioning of team members during routines.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Maintained a strict daily practice schedule to stay in top physical condition.
  • Held responsibility for maintaining cleanliness of studio space including floors, mirrors and barres prior to each class or rehearsal session.
  • Adapted existing choreography to fit the needs of each individual performance.
  • Assisted with marketing efforts through appearances at local festivals or community events.
  • Collaborated with other performers to create unique pieces that showcased talent and teamwork.
  • Dressed appropriately for rehearsals and performances while adhering to costume guidelines provided by directors.
  • Organized and rehearsed new choreography with fellow dancers.
  • Performed complex dance routines for live audiences of up to 500 people.
  • Traveled extensively between different cities or states when performing with touring companies.
  • Participated in auditions for potential new members into organization's cast or crew.
  • Selected appropriate music for performances based on style of dance and audience preferences.
  • Studied, practiced and rehearsed dances required in roles.
  • Trained, exercised and attended classes to maintain highest level of proficiency, ability and fitness.
  • Trained, exercised and attended dance classes to maintain high levels of technical proficiency, physical stamina and physical fitness.
  • Performed classical, modern or interpretive dances in productions, expressing stories, rhythm and emotional tone.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Dance

Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX
05.1986

Skills

  • Cost analysis and savings
  • Bookkeeping
  • Issue resolution
  • Employee development
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Task delegation
  • Performance improvements
  • Supervision and training
  • Schedule management
  • Recruiting and hiring
  • Leadership
  • Customer service expertise
  • Sales mastery
  • Marketing expertise
  • Customer retention
  • Produces performances
  • Social Media Promotion
  • Recruitment Strategies
  • Data Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Resource Allocation
  • Quality Assurance
  • KPI Tracking
  • Contract Administration
  • Department Oversight
  • Advertising Campaign Development
  • Supplier Monitoring
  • Analytical Skills
  • Finance and Accounting Oversight
  • Program Optimization
  • Proficient in [Software]
  • Purchasing and Planning
  • Cross-Functional Team Management
  • Cost Analysis and Savings
  • Financial Planning
  • Injury Prevention
  • Business Forecasting
  • Inventory Management
  • Sales Tracking
  • Strategic Planning
  • P&L Administration
  • Sales Oversight

Timeline

Team Leader

Southstar Funding
04.2005 - 02.2008

Dance Studio Owner

Dancemakers Of Atlanta
09.2001 - Current

Professional Dancer

Various Regional Theaters/European Tours
01.1993 - 05.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Dance

Southern Methodist University
Denise H. Latimer