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Erin Whisenhunt

Cave Creek,AZ

Summary

Dedicated and experienced professional with a proven track record at Kahala Corporation, excelling in roles from Executive Assistant to Co-VP of Franchise Development. Spearheaded the Franchise Transfer Program and oversaw Franchise Development, significantly enhancing franchise growth. Skilled in multitasking and communication, adept at problem-solving and meticulous in detail, supporting the CEO, and driving business success and team productivity.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Styles by ECW
01.2016 - Current


  • Launched my own personal styling company offering fashion guidance and expertise to clients ensuring visual representation aligns with their desired image.


Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

Kahala Corporation
02.2000 - 01.2015
  • Managed complex calendar and schedule for CEO, ensuring timely and efficient coordination of meetings and appointments.
  • Coordinated domestic and international travel arrangements, including flight bookings, hotel accommodations, and reservations resulting in smooth and hassle-free trips.
  • Provided confidential administrative support to CEO handling sensitive information with utmost discretion and maintaining confidentiality.
  • Managed and prioritized multiple competing tasks and requests, ensuring deadlines were met in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Prepared meeting agendas and briefing papers for members of board of directors and executive team.
  • Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Increased meeting effectiveness with detailed preparation of agendas, materials, and minutes.

Co-VP of Franchise Development

Kahala Corporation
03.2004 - 08.2007
  • Developed and executed targeted business development initiatives, leading to an expansion of company franchise growth with Co-VP.
  • Increased company sales through collaboration with operations and marketing departments.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
  • Founded performance and merit based evaluation system to assess staff performance.

Director of Franchise Transfers

Kahala Corporation
05.2002 - 03.2004
  • Initiated and implemented the Franchise Transfer Program working with all existing franchisees.
  • Managed all revenue generated in the Franchise Transfer Department.

Education

Mass Communications

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX

Skills

  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Valuable communication skills
  • Problem identification & resolution

Timeline

Owner

Styles by ECW
01.2016 - Current

Co-VP of Franchise Development

Kahala Corporation
03.2004 - 08.2007

Director of Franchise Transfers

Kahala Corporation
05.2002 - 03.2004

Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

Kahala Corporation
02.2000 - 01.2015

Mass Communications

Texas Tech University
Erin Whisenhunt