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EVAN SHILLINGBURG

EVAN SHILLINGBURG

Senior Manager Of Strategic Business Development
Huntley,IL

Summary

Dynamic Senior Manager of Business Development at Burdeens Jewelry, skilled in strategic planning and talent development. Achieved consistent performance targets while enhancing team productivity through effective mentoring. Expert in resource allocation and partnership development, driving operational excellence and fostering long-term client relationships. Proven track record in optimizing processes for high-level client engagement.


Senior management professional, bringing strategic leadership and operational excellence to drive organizational success. Skilled in project management, team collaboration, and process optimization with keen focus on achieving results. Adept at navigating complex challenges, fostering culture of accountability, and adapting to evolving business needs. Known for strong decision-making, effective communication, and building high-performing teams.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Senior Manager of Business Development

Burdeens Jewelry
2016 - Current
  • Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Held quarterly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
  • Consistently met or exceeded annual performance targets set by senior leadership.
  • Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
  • Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.
  • Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization.
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
  • Reviewed and analyzed reports, records and directives to obtain data required for planning department activities.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.

Assistant Manager

C.D. Peacock
2014 - 2016
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.

Store Manager

Rogers and Hollands Jewelers
2005 - 2013
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Met and exceeded monthly, quarterly and annual sales goals consistently
  • Was top 5 in sales out of 300 plus Sales associates

Education

Associate of Science - Business

Northern Illinois University, Dekalb, IL
01-2005

Skills

Strategic planning

Accomplishments

  • Created CRM for sales management and optomization
  • Assisted in the creation of reports to build KPI's for sales
  • Assisted with the development in ERP systems
  • Created and led Corporate relationships business plan
  • helped grow overall business from $12 Million (annual) in 1 location to over $100 million in 8 years and 4 total locations
  • Designed protocol to elevating client relationships and appealing to high value client
  • Built out whole department flows and processes for maximum efficiency and output

Interests

  • Husband to a lovely wife
  • Father to 3 beautiful daughters :)
  • Adventure Travel
  • I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
  • Motivation mindset and personal growth

Timeline

Senior Manager of Business Development - Burdeens Jewelry
2016 - Current
Assistant Manager - C.D. Peacock
2014 - 2016
Store Manager - Rogers and Hollands Jewelers
2005 - 2013
Northern Illinois University - Associate of Science, Business

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