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Elizabeth Cole

Jonesboro,AR

Summary

Seasoned Manager with broad experience in both team leadership and project delivery. Possesses strong strategic planning abilities, coupled with the capability to coordinate operational initiatives for maximum efficiency. Proven track record of driving process improvements, enhancing productivity, and implementing innovative solutions. Skilled in building strong relationships across all levels of an organization to achieve business goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

ESS
Jonesboro, Arkansas
02.2024 - 01.2025
  • Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to ensure a positive learning environment for students.
  • Provided guidance to struggling learners by offering alternative methods of instruction.
  • Implemented classroom rules to maintain order and discipline.
  • Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
  • Prepared and delivered instructional materials suited to varied learning levels.

Insurance Broker

Equis Financial
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Led complex market analyses and client portfolio management while developing strategic partnerships to optimize investment opportunities and drive revenue growth
  • Lead training initiatives and develop comprehensive learning programs while mentoring team members to enhance performance and drive professional growth
  • Fostered strong partnerships across departments, mentored junior team members and maintained excellent communication channels for seamless project delivery

Manager

Family Dollar
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental projects to ensure timely and successful completion.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Manager/ Training Manager

Wendy's
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Facilitated team meetings and workshops to foster collaboration and share best practices.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
  • Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.

Education

Dual Bachelors Degree - K-12 Education, K-12th Special Education

Western Governors University
12-2025

Nettleton High School -

Nettleton High School
01.2012

Skills

  • Management
  • Training employees and Assistant managers
  • Financial oversights
  • Teaching
  • Instructional strategies
  • Results-focused
  • Special education
  • Staff development plans
  • Training solutions development
  • Training methods
  • Program optimization
  • Technical training

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-12

ESS
02.2024 - 01.2025

Insurance Broker

Equis Financial
01.2024 - 01.2025

Manager

Family Dollar
01.2020 - 01.2022

Manager/ Training Manager

Wendy's
01.2018 - 01.2019

Dual Bachelors Degree - K-12 Education, K-12th Special Education

Western Governors University

Nettleton High School -

Nettleton High School
Elizabeth Cole