Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Erika Henika

Erika Henika

Rancho Santa Margarita,CA

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Gold Flora Corporation, specializing in Operations Policy Creation, Cross-Functional Collaboration, and driving revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives. Skilled in designing and executing training programs, developing high-performing teams, and enhancing overall store performance. Proficient in data analysis, inventory control, and loss prevention, with a focus on operational efficiency and customer service excellence. Expertise in retail management software and the Microsoft Office Suite, delivering data

Work History

Sr. Manager of Retail Operations

Gold Flora Corporation
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided strategic leadership and operational support for 16 retail and delivery locations across California.
  • Developed and implemented operational Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline business processes and improve efficiency across a $115M retail organization.
  • Managed and analyzed retail business data .
  • Created and presented weekly retail analytics reports to the Executive team.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional support departments—within a vertically integrated business to ensure alignment and effective communication between teams.
  • Designed and delivered comprehensive training presentations.
  • Hosted and facilitated weekly leadership calls for the retail management team, fostering collaboration and alignment on business objectives and strategies.
  • Developed and maintained financial tools to accurately record, manage, and reconcile cash and other tender payments for all store locations.
  • Led as Project Manager for the implementation of new payment tender systems, overseeing end-to-end project execution.


Regional Manager

The Parent Company (acquired by Gold Flora Co.)
09.2021 - Current
  • Provided strategic leadership for multiple retail locations within the region, overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring consistent execution of company standards.
  • Developed and implemented regional sales strategies to drive revenue growth, increase profitability, and meet performance targets across all stores.
  • Led and mentored store managers, fostering a high-performance culture through leadership development, team coaching, and performance management.
  • Facilitated transitions during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring operational continuity, effective integration of teams, and alignment of processes across newly acquired entities.
  • Partnered with HR in talent acquisition, recruitment, and retention.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and health and safety regulations.
  • Monitored and analyzed customer feedback and key performance metrics,.
  • Provided regular performance reporting and data-driven insights to senior leadership,.


Sr. General Manager

Caliva (merged Into The Parent Company)
05.2015 - Current
  • Provided strategic leadership for multiple retail locations, overseeing daily operations and ensuring consistent execution of company standards.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies.
  • Monitored financial performance.
  • Led recruitment, training, and development of store leadership teams.
  • Ensured exceptional customer service.
  • Oversaw inventory management.
  • Executed promotional and marketing initiatives
  • Collaborated with cross-functional departments, including HR, Marketing, and Finance, to ensure successful implementation of company initiatives and policies.
  • Maintained visual merchandising standards.
  • Developed and managed store budgets

General Manager

Anthropologie
12.2010 - 06.2015
  • Oversaw daily store operations for a high volume retail store, ensuring all departments functioned efficiently and adhered to company policies and standards.
  • Managed and motivated a staff of 60 direct employees including multiple department heads.
  • Monitored financial performance.
  • Implemented and enforced loss prevention strategies
  • Ensured exceptional customer service,.
  • Led recruitment, training, and development.
  • Developed staff schedules

Education

San Jose State University, San Jose, CA

Skills

  • Operations Policy Creation & Implementation
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Budget & Financial Management
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Sales Strategy & Execution
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Corporate Communications
  • Onboarding and Orientation
  • Retail Management Software (POS Systems, Inventory Tools)
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Timeline

Sr. Manager of Retail Operations - Gold Flora Corporation
01.2023 - Current
Regional Manager - The Parent Company (acquired by Gold Flora Co.)
09.2021 - Current
Sr. General Manager - Caliva (merged Into The Parent Company)
05.2015 - Current
General Manager - Anthropologie
12.2010 - 06.2015
San Jose State University - ,
Erika Henika