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Jennifer Kennerson

Park Forest,IL

Summary

Results-driven management operations professional recognized for maximizing productivity and streamlining task execution. Expertise in strategic planning and team leadership, with a proven track record in operational improvement. Strong communication, problem-solving, and adaptability skills enhance the implementation of business strategies and elevate team performance.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Operations

Be Better Than Yesterday LLC
Chicago, IL
10.2024 - Current
  • Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to subordinate managers and supervisors.
  • Identified areas where process improvements could be made resulting in increased productivity.
  • Contributed to organizational strategic direction to improve products and services.

Board Treasurer

Wholistic Community Redevelopment Initiative
Yorkville, Illinois
09.2024 - Current
  • Managed cash flow to ensure timely payments of accounts payable.
  • Presented recommendations at board meetings related to budgeting decisions.
  • Prepared and presented financial reports to the Board of Directors.
  • Managed accounting, payroll, and financial reporting activities.

Manager of Operations

Facets of Touch Nail Salon
Lansing, IL
07.2020 - 06.2023
  • Evaluated and enhanced workflow to implement best practices, reduce costs and increase staff motivation and satisfaction.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
  • Applied critical thinking to escalate and resolve issues, ensuring smooth operations.

Teacher's Assistant

Two Rivers Headstart Agency
Aurora, IL
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
  • Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
  • Coordinated and led parent-teacher conferences to update parents on their children's academic achievements.

Education

Nail Technologist - Licensed Nail Technician

A Plus Nails Chicago
Chicago, IL
12.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Governors State University
University Park, IL

Skills

  • Recruitment and Integration
  • Upholding Compliance Standards
  • Team Leadership
  • File Organization
  • Efficient Typing Skills
  • Effective Communication

Education and Training

Baton Rouge, LA,River Forest, IL,Chicago, IL

Contact

Park Forest, IL 60466

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director of Operations

Be Better Than Yesterday LLC
10.2024 - Current

Board Treasurer

Wholistic Community Redevelopment Initiative
09.2024 - Current

Manager of Operations

Facets of Touch Nail Salon
07.2020 - 06.2023

Teacher's Assistant

Two Rivers Headstart Agency
08.2019 - 07.2020

Nail Technologist - Licensed Nail Technician

A Plus Nails Chicago

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Governors State University
Jennifer Kennerson