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Kat Walther

College Station,TX

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in educational leadership and sales. Proven track record in directing operations, managing staff, and driving sales growth. Skilled in Salesforce administration and adept at implementing effective sales strategies and educational programs. Highly organized and detail-oriented professional passionate about executing exceptional events that achieve established goals. Experience with planning, budgeting and coordinating wide variety of both small-scale and large-scale events. Strong communicator and negotiator able to foster relationships with key stakeholders and vendors.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Salesforce Advocate

Banjaxed Solutions
08.2022 - Current
  • Initiated Advocacy Department, set up sales procedures and goals
  • Managed sales operations, including tracking KPIs and campaign efforts
  • Led team of 4 while hosting and producing Banjaxed podcast, interviewing key executives
  • Implemented networking strategies and completed Salesforce Administrator Certification.
  • Built strong professional network
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.

Owner/Direc

Harvest Academy
12.2018 - 03.2023
  • Designed and managed preschool of 60 students, ensuring compliance with state standards
  • Expanded product offerings by researching market trends within Preschools and identifying potential growth opportunities
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Maintained bookkeeping, safety, and curriculum development.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees
  • Managed a team of 14 staff members
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.

Director

Prodigy Learning Center
03.2017 - 11.2018
  • Assisted in center setup, staff management, and curriculum writing
  • Ensured compliance with licensing standards, managed safety of over 135 students.
  • Effectively manages over 35 staff members
  • Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
  • Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
  • Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
  • Executed marketing plan and promoted positive image to achieve enrollment goals.

Center Directo

BVCAA Head Start
07.2014 - 11.2016
  • Supervised staff, ensured compliance with Head Start and Licensing standards
  • Supported family needs, maintained facility and equipment.
  • Promoted positive learning environment by fostering collaboration among staff members and addressing conflicts professionally.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts
  • Collaborated with parents to enhance communication channels, strengthening home-school partnership for improved student outcomes.
  • Supervised 9 other centers to ensure they were up to compliance.

Lead Teacher

BVCAA Head Start
01.2013 - 07.2014
  • Developed individualized lesson plans, conducted parent conferences.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Education

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Effective in leading teams and managing operations
  • Proficient in driving sales growth and customer engagement
  • Google
  • Slack
  • Excel
  • Strategic Planning
  • Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Innovative Thinking
  • CRM Management
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Customer Relationship

Timeline

Salesforce Advocate

Banjaxed Solutions
08.2022 - Current

Owner/Direc

Harvest Academy
12.2018 - 03.2023

Director

Prodigy Learning Center
03.2017 - 11.2018

Center Directo

BVCAA Head Start
07.2014 - 11.2016

Lead Teacher

BVCAA Head Start
01.2013 - 07.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Education

Sam Houston State University

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