Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Gwendolyn Raynor

Gwendolyn Raynor

Venice,FL

Summary

Seasoned Store Manager specializing in management of retail locations. Polished professional skilled at training employees on exceptional customer service etiquette and sales techniques. Gifted in overseeing all facets of customer-facing and back-end operations. High-energy Store Manager bringing extensive experience in retail settings. Set and enforced consistent standards to maintain staff satisfaction and meet performance targets. Dynamic relationship-builder with organized nature and sound judgment focused on maximizing team efficiency. Results-driven retail management professional determined to exceed company sales goals. Successful at leveraging financial and marketing education to make smart purchasing and merchandising decisions. Forward-thinking in addressing and resolving concerns, optimizing policies and engaging with customers to promote loyalty and drive sales.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Elderly Caregiver

Dr. L.K. Raynor
11.2021 - 07.2023
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.

School Bus Driver

Sarasota County School District
05.2018 - 09.2018
  • Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
  • Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
  • Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
  • Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.

Screen Installler

Tom Fidler
09.2012 - 08.2017

Removed and replaced lanai screens

Caregiver and Student

Wayne Lathinghouse, MCC, FGCU
06.2008 - 08.2012
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Cement Mixer Driver

CEMEX
05.2006 - 05.2007
  • Transported ready mixed concrete from plant to construction job sites in alignment with specifications.
  • Inspected, serviced and cleaned mixer truck and equipment, focusing on safety.
  • Maintained safety and efficiency with proper handling of tools, equipment and product.
  • Worked with production manager in timely delivery of concrete to key clients.

Manager of Operations

ExxonMobil Corporate
05.2002 - 12.2006
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.

Manager of Operations & Trainer for At Risk Youth

Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream
05.2001 - 05.2002
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.

Instructor, Job Shadow Coordinator, CPR Instructor

Gulf Coast Marine Institute
04.2000 - 05.2001
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Promoted classroom safety, collaboration and best practices.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.

Education

Associate of Arts - Biology

Manatee Community College, Venice, FL
07.2008

Skills

  • Case Management
  • Knowledge of State Regulations
  • Compassionate Client Care
  • Clinical Quality Program Standards
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Patient Care

Timeline

Elderly Caregiver - Dr. L.K. Raynor
11.2021 - 07.2023
School Bus Driver - Sarasota County School District
05.2018 - 09.2018
Screen Installler - Tom Fidler
09.2012 - 08.2017
Caregiver and Student - Wayne Lathinghouse, MCC, FGCU
06.2008 - 08.2012
Cement Mixer Driver - CEMEX
05.2006 - 05.2007
Manager of Operations - ExxonMobil Corporate
05.2002 - 12.2006
Manager of Operations & Trainer for At Risk Youth - Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream
05.2001 - 05.2002
Instructor, Job Shadow Coordinator, CPR Instructor - Gulf Coast Marine Institute
04.2000 - 05.2001
Manatee Community College - Associate of Arts, Biology
Gwendolyn Raynor