Christian Business Leader with more than 20 years of experience in managing businesses. Leads, mentors, and grows organizations by cultivating a faith-driven, purposeful work culture that drives both profit and community impact.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Information Technology Team Lead
Dillard's Corporate Office
Little Rock, AR
04.2021 - Current
Led a technology team in implementing new systems and system enhancements for improved operational efficiency.
Mentored junior staff to foster skill development and promote teamwork within technology projects.
Facilitated training sessions on new technologies, increasing overall team proficiency and adaptability to change.
Fostered strong relationship between technology team and executives to align efforts.
Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities appropriately while providing guidance when needed for success in their tasks.
Implemented Agile methodologies for more efficient workflow management and increased productivity.
Cultivated a culture of continuous learning within the team through regular training sessions and knowledge-sharing activities such as paired programming.
Business Analyst /IT Project Manager
Dillard's Corporate Office
Little Rock, AR
10.2017 - 04.2021
Facilitated user interviews with stakeholders to gather requirements and prioritize business needs effectively.
Developed comprehensive business requirement documents to support ongoing projects and system enhancements.
Improved business processes by analyzing current practices and recommending optimization strategies.
Supported software development projects by defining clear requirements and effectively communicating them to technical teams.
Streamlined project management with effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
Enabled data-driven decision making with advanced analytics tools like SQL, generating valuable insights for the organization.
Owner
Faded Jade Boutique
Sherwood, AR
04.2015 - 03.2019
Developed and implemented effective merchandising strategies to enhance store visibility.
Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock rotation and minimizing waste.
Analyzed sales trends to inform purchasing decisions and promotional activities.
Managed financial operations of the boutique, ensuring accurate bookkeeping and tax preparations.
Sales and Marketing Manager
Trailer Country of Cabot
Cabot
09.2009 - 10.2017
Developed and implemented strategic marketing campaigns to enhance brand visibility.
Coordinated sales initiatives to optimize customer engagement and retention.
Enhanced digital marketing strategies through SEO optimization and social media engagement.
Evaluated competitor offerings to adapt sales strategies and maintain competitive advantage.
Store Director
Victoria's Secret
Little Rock, AR
01.2002 - 09.2007
Led store operations to optimize inventory management and enhance visual merchandising strategies.
Trained and developed staff to improve customer service excellence and operational efficiency.
Analyzed sales data to identify trends, driving strategic promotional initiatives and product placement.
Fostered a high-performance culture through effective team leadership and motivation techniques.
Assistant Manager
Baymont Inn & Suites
North Little Rock, AR
09.1999 - 01.2002
Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with company standards and guest satisfaction.
Trained and mentored staff, enhancing team performance and service quality.
Implemented process improvements, optimizing front desk efficiency and guest check-in procedures.
Analyzed guest feedback to identify areas for enhancement in services and amenities.
Office Manager
Starsouth Conversions
Vilonia, AR
09.1998 - 09.1999
Provided comprehensive administrative support to senior management, enabling them to focus on strategic decision-making.