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Ira Clifton
St Louis,MO
Summary
Experienced as a professional baseball player and coach, having competed at high levels in competitive leagues. Recognized for strong leadership skills while coaching young athletes, enhancing their skills in baseball. Earned an All-Star nomination during my rookie year, showcasing commitment and performance under pressure.
Experienced with managing support teams effectively, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Utilizes advanced problem-solving techniques to handle complex issues efficiently. Track record of fostering team collaboration and promoting continuous improvement.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Five Below
Support Lead
12.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures to promote consistency across shifts.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly, fostering a positive shopping environment and customer loyalty.
- Generated reports to track performance and analyze trends.
- Implemented sales strategies that increased overall store performance during peak hours.
- Improved inventory management processes, reducing stock discrepancies and enhancing accuracy.
- Led team in executing daily operational tasks, ensuring timely and efficient store openings.
- Mentored staff on customer engagement techniques to enhance shopping experiences.
Five Below
Seasonal Sales Associate
12.2025 - 12.2025
Job overview
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
Roswell Invaders
Professional Baseball Player/Assistant Manager
05.2025 - 08.2025
Job overview
- Competed in the PECOS League as a professional baseball player.
- Worked in a variety of roles (starting, long relief, late relief).
- Earned an All-Star nomination during rookie year.
- Additionally, spent time as a catcher, 1st baseman, and outfielder.
- Worked as an assistant coach during off days, filled in as acting manager when necessary.
Mainz Athletics
Baseball Player/Coach
05.2022 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Competed at the highest level of baseball in Germany for three summers as a closing pitcher.
- Coached players from the age ranges of 8 to 16, working on the fundamentals of pitching mechanics, conditioning, and arm care.
- Helped to bridge language barriers between American and German players in the younger age groups.
Southern Home and Handyman
Construction Helper
05.2020 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Helped in the setup and cleanup of job sites, maintaining organization and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to execute construction plans, drywall installation, and finishing work.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment under supervision, gaining practical experience in construction techniques.
- Acted as a driver to deliver materials to job sites.
Education
Erskine CollegeDue West, SC
Bachelor's from Accounting
05.2024
University Overview
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude
- Participated in the Philomathean Literary Society as well as two "secret" societies on campus.
- Played varsity level baseball all 5 years of school
- Graduated with a minor in Graphic Design
Oklahoma Christian UniversityOklahoma City, OK
Master's from Business Administration
08.2025
University Overview
- Participated in a hybrid online/on-campus Master's degree program.
- Studied skills of leadership, strategic management, business ethics, and accounting analytics.
- Additionally spent last year of eligibility playing baseball and finished with the 3rd lowest Earned Run Average on the team.
Skills
- Professional Baseball Experience
- One-on-One Coaching
- Mental Skills Training
- Active Listener
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Computer Literacy
- Disciplined
- Routine Oriented
- Customer service
- Team management
- Customer engagement
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
Timeline
Support Lead
Five Below
12.2025 - Current
Seasonal Sales Associate
Five Below
12.2025 - 12.2025
Professional Baseball Player/Assistant Manager
Roswell Invaders
05.2025 - 08.2025
Baseball Player/Coach
Mainz Athletics
05.2022 - 08.2024
Construction Helper
Southern Home and Handyman
05.2020 - 08.2021
Oklahoma Christian University
Master's from Business Administration
Erskine College
Bachelor's from Accounting
Accomplishments
- Valedictorian from Grace Christian Academy (McDonough, GA)
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude from Erskine College
- Eagle Scout
- Vice President of Philomathean Literary Society at Erskine College
- Resident Assistant at Erskine College