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Gloria Mathis

Austin

Summary

Professional leader with comprehensive experience in driving operational excellence and strategic growth. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful results in dynamic environments. Skilled in navigating complex challenges, optimizing processes, and cultivating positive workplace cultures. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and strong decision-making abilities.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Indigo Play
12.2019 - Current
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
  • Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events/promotions while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, introducing regular review sessions that boosted team performance and morale.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.

District Manager

Epic Fun
04.2022 - 06.2024
  • Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
  • Boosted employee morale by creating a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth opportunities.
  • Oversaw a successful store opening, coordinating logistics, staffing, training, and promotional efforts to ensure smooth transitions for new locations.
  • Fostered an environment of open communication between management teams at multiple locations to share best practices in operations optimization and problem-solving techniques.
  • Achieved consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding existing client base within the district.
  • Developed and executed comprehensive training programs for store managers, resulting in improved employee performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Evaluated store performance regularly using data analysis tools to identify areas of improvement and implement targeted action plans for continuous growth.
  • Implemented risk-management protocols for loss prevention, leading to a consistent decrease in shrinkage rates across the district.
  • Ensured compliance with all company policies and procedures, conducting regular audits and training sessions.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees.

Manager

Pinballz Arcade
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.

Education

Austin Community College
Austin, TX

High School Diploma -

McNeil High School
Austin, TX
01-2014

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Operations management
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Time management
  • Training and coaching
  • Staff management
  • Customer relations
  • Inventory control

Languages

English

Timeline

District Manager

Epic Fun
04.2022 - 06.2024

General Manager

Indigo Play
12.2019 - Current

Manager

Pinballz Arcade
01.2017 - 01.2019

Austin Community College

High School Diploma -

McNeil High School
Gloria Mathis