Donovan Gaines
Moore,OK
Summary
Experienced with team leadership, strategic planning, and operational management. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to drive project success. Track record of fostering productive work environments and achieving set goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Sooner Daiquiri
Norman, OK
03.2025 - Current
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance team efficiency and productivity.
- Developed training programs to improve staff performance and knowledge retention.
- Managed project timelines, ensuring deliverables met quality standards and deadlines.
- Analyzed workflow to identify areas for improvement and implement strategic solutions.
Courts For Kids
Guayabal, Dominican Republic
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Ran power tools and pneumatic equipment, following organization policies and standards to ensure compliance and safety, highlighting my attention to detail and adherence to guidelines.
- Demonstrated commitment and dedication by staying until the completion of projects, not just the end of a shift, showcasing perseverance and determination from my football experience
- Built professional relationships with organization clientele by fostering respect and teamwork, aligning with the team-centered approach learned through playing football
- Organized teams of volunteers to achieve specific tasks efficiently and effectively, showcasing strong organizational skills developed through playing football and studying academic disciplines in Liberal Arts & Sciences and Language Arts
Division I Football Student-Athlete
University of Kansas
01.2020 - 05.2024
- Developed discipline, work ethic, time management and perseverance to achieve personal goal and contribute to team success
- Completed student-athlete development programs and encouraged teammate engagement
- Identified weaknesses and displayed ability to turn them into strengths
UNT Black Student Union
Denton, Texas
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Organized and directed SAAC and associated Executive Board meetings, building camaraderie among teams through social media
- Planned and organized social events for student engagement
- Built relationships with organization clientele, fostering respect and professionalism
- Built team-centered approach with meaningful purpose in accomplishing tasks
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-2024
Skills
- Assertive
- Coachable
- Competitive
- Creative
- Dependable
- Goal-Oriented
- Leadership
- Influencer
- Teamwork
- Independent
- Customer service
- Team leadership
Timeline
Manager
Sooner Daiquiri
03.2025 - Current
Courts For Kids
05.2024 - 05.2024
Division I Football Student-Athlete
University of Kansas
01.2020 - 05.2024
UNT Black Student Union
08.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelors of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences
University of Kansas