Justice Lovelace
Kenosha,WI
Summary
Results-driven with experience in both retail sales leadership and academic financial administration. As a Sales Manager at Aldo, successfully developed and executed revenue-focused strategies, led high-performing teams, and leveraged data insights to optimize merchandising and promotional efforts—consistently surpassing sales targets. As a Research Finance Assistant at the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh, supported grant acquisition and budget compliance by analyzing financial records, collaborating across academic departments, and utilizing tracking tools to align funding with research needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
Aldo Group
12.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to drive revenue growth and meet KPI's hitting 121% sales growth in 2024
- Trained and mentored associates, enhancing team performance and product knowledge.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, optimizing product placements and promotional efforts.
- Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets expected to beat sales target by 18% in 2025
- Generated over 480k in net new revenue within 3 years
Sales Associate
Aldo Group
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted customers in product selection, enhancing the overall shopping experience.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, ensuring accuracy in cash handling.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain visual merchandising standards and store presentation.
Research Finacne Assistant
UW Oshkosh
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Reviewed and analyzed financial records to ensure compliance with institutional policies and grantor guidelines.
- Collaborated with the biology department, the College of Letters and Science, and peers to align financial planning resources with researchers' needs.
- Utilized financial software tools for tracking budgets and financial aid applications effectively.
- Assisted in identifying and pursuing external funding opportunities, contributing to successful grant applications.
Education
Undergraduate - Finance
University of Wisconsin, Parkside
Kenosha, WI04-2027
No Degree - Finance
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, WI04-2027
Skills
- Data analysis and decision-making
- Customer engagement and service
- Inventory awareness and trend spotting
- Working knowledge in Excel
- Working knowledge in FactSet
- Exceptional presentation and & communication skills
- Comfortable with ambiguity
Timeline
Research Finacne Assistant
UW Oshkosh
02.2025 - 05.2025
Sales Manager
Aldo Group
12.2022 - Current
Sales Associate
Aldo Group
05.2022 - 12.2022
Undergraduate - Finance
University of Wisconsin, Parkside
No Degree - Finance
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh