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Joshua Evans

Haughton

Summary

Experienced General Manager Over 20 years of experience in budgeting and forecasting, cost-effective purchasing, and quality control and running day-to-day operations of the business. Proven ability to streamline operational processes and enhance team collaboration, experienced with strategic planning, team leadership, and operational excellence. Utilizes forward-thinking approach to drive business growth and streamline processes. Track record of fostering collaborative environments and achieving measurable results.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Shreveport Aquarium
02.2022 - 10.2025

Responsible for running the day-to-day operations of the business.

  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Train and develop staff to ensure they are delivering magical experiences for all guests.
  • Responsible for weekly deposits and supply orders.
  • Ensure that all exhibits are up to company standards, and ensure they are guest-ready daily.
  • Work with the leadership team to ensure all of the staff are properly trained, and offer tips for staff development.
  • Work with the marketing team on potential marketing campaigns, new exhibits, and animals.
  • Develop and maintain community partnerships and relationships.
  • As an event manager, I am responsible for making sure all vendors are scheduled accordingly for all events. That all supplies and staff are scheduled to arrive on time.
  • Coordinate with the chef and event staff to ensure all food and beverage orders are placed in a timely manner.
  • Make sure that all special event permits are taken care of prior to all events.
  • Ensure that each and every event goes smoothly, and address any problems that may arise.
  • As curator of live exhibits, I am responsible for ensuring that all animals are well taken care of by the husbandry team.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining processes and improving team collaboration, resulting in a significant increase in overall productivity.
  • Streamlined operational processes and fostered team collaboration, resulting in a significant increase in productivity and improved service delivery.
  • Led operational strategies to enhance visitor engagement and satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented staff training programs to improve service quality.
  • Collaborated with departments to optimize resource allocation and budget management.
  • Monitored financial performance, identifying areas for cost reduction and revenue growth.
  • Established partnerships with local organizations to enhance community involvement and support.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.

Assistant General Manager

Old Navy
12.2020 - 02.2022
  • Train and develop new employees according to the company's best practices.
  • Complete the weekly schedules for team members.
  • Prepare cash deposits, and order change when necessary.
  • Completed weekly, monthly, and quarterly audits set by the company.
  • Travel to another store in the district to provide support with merchandising and product operations.
  • District employee engagement captain and loyalty captain for the district, ensuring that every store focuses on employee retention, as well as enrolling customers into various loyalty programs.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and guidelines.
  • Developed and implemented training programs to enhance staff performance and customer service skills.
  • Coordinated inventory management processes, optimizing stock levels for increased efficiency.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making for merchandising initiatives.
  • Led cross-functional teams in executing promotional events to drive foot traffic and sales growth.
  • Enhanced customer engagement strategies, resulting in improved satisfaction and loyalty metrics.

Ed Consumer Care Manager

Coast Professional, Inc.
02.2016 - 12.2020
  • Follow all guidelines and compliance practices set forth by Coast Professional and the Private Collections Act.
  • Manage a staff of 50 or more employees.
  • Ensure daily calls are made to accounts, and all accounts are worked properly.
  • Develop training for company policies and procedures, and for updates to federal and state regulations.
  • Ensure employee timecards are reviewed daily, and approved for payroll periods.
  • Issue corrective actions when necessary.
  • Keep staff motivated by coming up with daily and monthly contests.
  • Complete and issue monthly reviews, and bonus incentives.
  • Complete and review daily, weekly, and monthly audits on accounts.
  • Coordinated comprehensive care plans tailored to individual client needs.
  • Implemented process improvements to streamline care coordination, enhancing overall efficiency.
  • Assessed clients and developed plans to meet needs.
  • Established and maintained relationships with clients, families and community partners to coordinate services to meet client's needs.

Senior Team Leader

Target
08.2011 - 02.2016
  • Train and develop new employees according to company best practices.
  • Conduct interviews and complete the hiring process.
  • Run leader on duty responsibilities, which included making sure the entire store ran smoothly and address any issues that may have arisen.
  • Complete the weekly schedules for team members.

Merchandise Manager

Aeropostale
08.2002 - 08.2011
  • Completed all floor sets to corporate's specifications.
  • Completed weekly schedules for all sales associates.
  • Made daily deposits for the store.
  • Ran effective management shifts daily.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Management

University of Louisiana-Monroe
Monroe, LA
05.2015

Skills

  • Business growth
  • Proficient in productivity software
  • Innovative problem resolution
  • Developing and implementing business systems
  • Detail-oriented approach
  • QuickBooks Software
  • Excel spreadsheet management
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Senior leadership
  • Hospitality management
  • Marketing
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Project management methodology
  • Multitasking/Organizational
  • Employee retention strategies
  • Leadership and team building

Links

linkedin.com/in/Joshua

Timeline

General Manager

Shreveport Aquarium
02.2022 - 10.2025

Assistant General Manager

Old Navy
12.2020 - 02.2022

Ed Consumer Care Manager

Coast Professional, Inc.
02.2016 - 12.2020

Senior Team Leader

Target
08.2011 - 02.2016

Merchandise Manager

Aeropostale
08.2002 - 08.2011

Bachelor of Business Administration - Management

University of Louisiana-Monroe