James McClellan IV
General Manager
Topeka,KS
Summary
Quality results driven professional that seeks position that allows for the use on my innate ability to fuse people skills with business development. Consistently striving to bring leadership that is positive and clear focused for the promotion of current and future business objectives. Self-motivated professional with willingness to create positive response toward new challenges with high degree of commitment while achieving business/company objectives. A leader that is willing to continue development of business and self to promote and complete project(s) in an efficient and effective manner.
Overview
4
4
Certifications
5
5
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
LunchMony LLC DBA Jason's Deli
Topeka , Kansas
06.2017 - Current
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, including completion of proper paperwork for new hires and terminations.
Financial Advisor/Business Owner
McClellan Wealth Managment
Wichita, KS
10.2014 - 06.2017
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products and services based on each clients' individual needs.
- Assisted brokers and advisors with servicing clients by preparing financial plans, conducting investment research and completing trades and transactions.
- Helped individuals and families build and execute wealth management strategies based on unique goals and objectives.
- Assisted clients with preparing financial plans, conducting investment research and completing trades and transactions to assess and meet financial goals.
Financial Advisor
Edward Jones Investments
Wichita, KS
06.2013 - 10.2014
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products and services based on each clients' individual needs.
- Helped individuals and families build and execute wealth management strategies based on unique goals and objectives.
- Performed quantitative analysis of financial investments to minimize risks.
General Manager
Wilkin Enterprises DBA Popeyes
Wichita, KS
03.2012 - 04.2013
- Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and increase efficiency in different areas.
General Manager of Operations
EasyHome
Wichita , KS
03.2011 - 03.2012
- Devised, deployed and monitored processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning.
- Trained, coached and mentored staff to support smooth adoption of new Rent to Own program.
- Forged and cultivated productive relationships with community members and potential partners.
General Manager
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2008 - 01.2011
- Created motivated and positive environment to inspire employees and make customers feel welcome.
- Maximized profits through effective cost control, staff scheduling, inventory management and ordering.
- Analyzed sales statistics to properly forecast, schedule and control labor costs.
- Created, managed and executed business plan and communicated company vision and objectives to motivate teams.
- Recruited, mentored and coached staff of 180 associates in delivering customer-focused performance.
Education
MBA - Organizational Leadership
Baker University
Baldwin City, KS 01.1998 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Friends University
Wichita, KS 01.1996 - 07.1998
Skills
Client account management
undefinedCertification
Series 24 - General Securities Principle Exam
Accomplishments
Fast Start Award 2015
Developing Sales Force (DSF) of the Year 2016
Rookie of the Year 2016
Quote
There’s no shortage of remarkable ideas, what’s missing is the will to execute them.
Seth Godin
Timeline
General Manager
LunchMony LLC DBA Jason's Deli
06.2017 - Current
Serve Safe Exam
06-2017
Series 24 - General Securities Principle Exam
01-2017
Financial Advisor/Business Owner
McClellan Wealth Managment
10.2014 - 06.2017
Financial Advisor
Edward Jones Investments
06.2013 - 10.2014
Series 66 - Uniform Combines State Law Exam
06-2013
General Manager
Wilkin Enterprises DBA Popeyes
03.2012 - 04.2013
General Manager of Operations
EasyHome
03.2011 - 03.2012
General Manager
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
08.2008 - 01.2011
MBA - Organizational Leadership
Baker University
01.1998 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Friends University
01.1996 - 07.1998
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