Jimmy Dektas
Dallas,TX
Summary
Experienced retail leader passionate about building high-performing, cross-functional teams that work seamlessly across all levels—including partners at World Headquarters. My top priority is people development: creating meaningful opportunities for growth, learning, and shared success. I believe that together, we can redefine what's possible—driving a culture and team dynamic that inspires, performs, and wins. I’m equally committed to operational excellence, impactful training, and ensuring consistency across the fleet. I lead through listening, clear communication, thoughtful planning, and hands-on project execution.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director Business Operations
Nike
Dallas, Texas
06.2024 - Current
- Implemented key initiatives in North America, including SOLE, Time, Legion, and SPLH payroll management through cross-functional collaborations.
- Designed and delivered training materials for Store, District, Territory, UFLT, and NACC Meetings.
- Established North American PMO project management team in partnership to improve deployment and execution of new programs.
Senior Director of Southwest Territory
Nike
Dallas, TX
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Formulated and executed strategic plans to enhance organizational efficiency and profitability.
- Achieved over $180 million growth in Southwest Territory within three years.
- Led operational metrics, including payroll management and lowest ATD in fleet, over three years.
- Attained top audit scores, demonstrating commitment to excellence.
Retail District Director
Nike
Memphis, Tennessee, Mississippi and Arkansas
07.2017 - 10.2021
- Promoted 47 leaders in D23 since 2017, focusing on team development.
- Leveraged Memphis DC partnerships to elevate eight leaders in distribution channel leadership team.
- Supported implementation of DC Flight School onboarding to enhance field training.
- Increased Employee Engagement scores year over year for three years consecutively.
- Contributed to Leadership Field Counsel initiatives that developed the NA Nike Direct leadership organizational structure framework and AOE's.
- Achieved business growth of $6M in FY ’18 and $4M in FY ’20, with positive trends across D23 since FY ’18.
Head Coach
Nike
Cincinnati & Jeffersonville, OH
10.2013 - 07.2017
- District Service Captain for Ohio Valley District in FY’17.
- Generated $1 million revenue increases FY14, FY15, FY16, & FY17 in both locations.
- Utilized leadership and athlete staff from Ohio market to lead D9 2015 All Star Game Activation Cincinnati FY’16.
- Collaborated as Head Coach with local stores in Omaha NE at for successful activation of pop up store at 2015 College World Series FY’16.
General Manager
Dick’s Sporting Goods
Cincinnati, OH/Atlanta GA
03.2013 - 10.2013
- Collaborated remotely with Market and Territory leadership to revitalize underperforming locations.
- Established training and development programs across four stores in Metro Cincinnati.
- Managed operations of two Atlanta locations, applying strategic skills to enhance market impact.
- Completed Dick’s Core Leadership program in Atlanta GA.
General Manager
Best Buy
Florence, KY
02.2012 - 03.2013
- Drove transition initiatives for store and district following elimination of District CSM position.
- Supervised store operations during corporate restructuring to enhance performance metrics and reduce workforce.
District Customer Solutions Manager
Best Buy
Ohio, Indiana, & Kentucky, OH
01.2011 - 02.2012
- Executed business development and operational process training for 14 stores across Cincinnati, Lexington, and Louisville.
- Collaborated with six district retail leaders to facilitate sales training for 3,500 participants at conventions in Indianapolis and Cincinnati.
- Conducted quarterly business reviews with Territory Retail Director for fiscal years FY’11 and FY’12.
- Achieved #1 district year-over-year margin improvement in Central Territory during fiscal year FY’12.
- Contributed to implementation of Renew Blue Sales model within Best Buy North America.
General Manager
Best Buy
Fort Myers, FL
06.2008 - 01.2011
- Top performing store in SWFL for 8 quarters consecutively while supporting District Manager on stretch assignments remotely for the Market.
- Location became the training hub for the market in 2009 & 2010.
District Business Manager
Best Buy
Tampa, FL
01.2008 - 05.2008
- Introduced Magnolia Home Theater premium brand concept into inline Best Buy stores nationwide.
- Designed and executed specialty sales and operational training across 27 locations in North America.
- Contributed to critical North America Home Theater Business Team by enhancing profitability through margin improvements.
Education
Business Administration And Management
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KYAffiliations
- Focused on family and sport
- Head Coach 7-8 Girls Softball Team
- Head Coach 5-6 Boys Baseball Team
- Assistant Coach Girls Pom Cheerleading Rockwall
- Assistant Coach 5-6 Boys Football (Defense)
Timeline
Senior Director Business Operations
Nike
06.2024 - Current
Senior Director of Southwest Territory
Nike
10.2021 - 06.2024
Retail District Director
Nike
07.2017 - 10.2021
Head Coach
Nike
10.2013 - 07.2017
General Manager
Dick’s Sporting Goods
03.2013 - 10.2013
General Manager
Best Buy
02.2012 - 03.2013
District Customer Solutions Manager
Best Buy
01.2011 - 02.2012
General Manager
Best Buy
06.2008 - 01.2011
District Business Manager
Best Buy
01.2008 - 05.2008
Business Administration And Management
Northern Kentucky University
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