Gabriel Martinez-Cruz

Miami,FL

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Elite Basketball Academy, where I enhanced athletes' skills and game IQ. Adept in effective communication and group leadership, I fostered a high energy environment at Journeys Shoe Store, driving sales and building lasting customer relationships. Committed to mentoring and performance excellence.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Auxiliary Coach

Elite Basketball Academy

2024.09 - 2026.02

Aux Coach | Elite Basketball Academy

Coached and developed athletes’ skills, fundamentals, and game IQ
Led structured practices, drills, and competitive training sessions
Mentored players on discipline, teamwork, and performance mindset
Evaluated player progress and provided individualized feedback

Sales Lead

Journeys Shoe Store

2023.05 - 2024.09

Sales Lead | Journeys:

Led sales floor operations, driving daily sales goals through customer engagement and upselling
Trained and coached associates on product knowledge, customer service, and store standards
Assisted with opening/closing procedures, cash handling, and visual merchandising
Maintained a high energy, customer focused environment to boost conversion and loyalty

Education

High School Diploma -

John A. Ferguson Senior High School

15900 SW 56th St Miami, FL 33185 United States

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Miami Dade College

11011 SW 104th St Miami, FL 33176 United States

Skills

Effective communication
Group leadership

Personable and friendly
Building relationships

Languages

English

Native or Bilingual

Spanish