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Evelyn Murphy

Oak Grove,OR

Summary

Experienced and passionate leader that is able to motivate teams to achieve shared goals. Extremely effective at communicating mission, values, culture and financial goals. Hands on leader that pitches in where ever needed while effectively managing multiple projects and executing at a very high level. Proven track record of effectively managing teams and facilitating collaboration. Vast experience with open book financials, P&L accountability and budgeting.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

President & Co-Founder

Green Zebra Grocery
06.2013 - Current

Led the company through growth and expansion to 4 stores in Portland, as well as difficult decisions to contract during the pandemic.

Created and maintained a mission and values based work culture focused on providing amazing service and delicious food.

Responsible for People Team (HR) leadership including recruiting, hiring, performance management, DEI, safety, benefits and risk management. Developed policies, procedures and systems to support business and team member success. Managed HRIS partnerships and transitions.

Financial leadership and responsibility including P&L accountability, budgeting, project management and open book financials.

Marketing collaboration, community partnership, involvement and engagement.

Able to catch almost any curve ball and pivot to meet the needs of the business, the team and our communities.

  • President 2021-current
  • Chief People & Operations Officer 2017-2021
  • Operations Director 2014-2017
  • Store Manager 2013-2014


Store Manager

First Alternative Co-op
05.2010 - 06.2013

Inspirational Leadership and Change Management

Financial Management and Open Book Financials

Managed a successful store remodel and expansion project.

Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.

Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.

Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge and service requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources, College of Forestry

Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
06.2004

Skills

  • Inspirational Leadership
  • Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
  • Change and Growth Management
  • Project Management
  • Operational Excellence
  • Organization Policies and Procedures
  • Budget and P&L Management
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Human Resources Team Leadership
  • Employee Motivation & Performance
  • Staff Training
  • Teambuilding

Affiliations

Provender Alliance

President, Board of Directors

Provender Alliance exists to educate and inspire the natural foods community.

Led the board through the creation of policies to govern the organization. Through my service on the Provender Board I created a network of colleagues in the Northwest natural foods industry.

Timeline

President & Co-Founder

Green Zebra Grocery
06.2013 - Current

Store Manager

First Alternative Co-op
05.2010 - 06.2013

Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources, College of Forestry

Oregon State University
Evelyn Murphy