Douglas Thompson
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Sporting Times, excelling in strategic planning and team building. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency and drove business growth. Passionate about employee training and performance management, fostering a culture of excellence and recognition that boosted morale and productivity.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Sporting Times
Bowling Green, KY
11.2004 - Current
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational goals were met.
- Established and expanded the largest live streaming broadcast company in Kentucky, fostering talent growth through effective communication platforms.
- Developed and implemented strategic sales and advertising programs to drive business growth and visibility.
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficiency and fostered a positive work environment for team development.
Vice President of Operations
J&J Apparel
Sarasota, FL
04.2000 - 02.2004
- Managed daily operations, including budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and scheduling.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for the operations department.
- Lead initiatives aimed at improving customer service levels through process optimization.
- Established key performance indicators for measuring operational success.
- Provided training and mentoring support for new employees in the operations department.
Merchandising Manager
Fruit of the Loom
Bowling Green, KY
03.1994 - 11.2001
- Reviewed store performance data and made adjustments accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with company policies regarding product selection, ordering, display and inventory management.
- Assisted in developing visual displays for stores according to corporate guidelines.
- Managed budgeting and forecasting processes for merchandising operations.
Director of Operations and Merchandising
Johnston & Murphy Shoe Company
Nashville, TN
09.1990 - 02.1994
- Directed the operations and logistics of a multi-million dollar business.
- Conducted performance reviews for direct reports and provided feedback for improvement opportunities.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
- Provided leadership and guidance to subordinate managers and supervisors.
- Implemented systems for monitoring employee attendance, scheduling, payroll.
- Analyzed financial data to make informed decisions on cost savings initiatives.
- Created policies and procedures for improved workflow processes.
- Developed training programs for new employees as well as existing staff members.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated activities between different departments to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Recognized employees for demonstrating excellent service resulting in increased company morale.
Merchandising Manager
Johnston & Murphy Shoe Company
Nashville, TN
09.1983 - 09.1990
- Developed and implemented merchandising strategies to maximize product sales.
- Created visual displays for store shelves, counters, and windows to attract customers.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to inquiries or complaints.
- Evaluated vendor proposals against predetermined criteria before making purchasing decisions.
- Developed strategies for product positioning and pricing based on market analysis.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MISkills
- Strategic planning
- Team building
- Employee training
- Operational efficiency
- Performance management
- Financial analysis
- Customer service
Affiliations
- Golf
- Tennis
- Photography
Accomplishments
- Merchandise Manager of year
- 2007 recipient Kentucky Colonel
- 2008 & 2009 Associated Press 1st place for Sports Special on WBKO
- 2006 thru 2019 Co-hosted Sports Connection on WBKO
- Created a 14 year scholarship program distributing over $80,000 in scholarships.
- Developed a program since 2012 for WKU broadcast students to gain practical experience while still attending school. Each student gets paid while learning & working at the Sporting Times.
- 2023 to current developed a long form talk show on WBKO.
Timeline
Director
Sporting Times
11.2004 - Current
Vice President of Operations
J&J Apparel
04.2000 - 02.2004
Merchandising Manager
Fruit of the Loom
03.1994 - 11.2001
Director of Operations and Merchandising
Johnston & Murphy Shoe Company
09.1990 - 02.1994
Merchandising Manager
Johnston & Murphy Shoe Company
09.1983 - 09.1990
Bachelor of Arts - Business
Central Michigan University
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