KENNEDY TURNER
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Lowe’s
2026.01 - 2026.04
- Assisted customers in selecting products and provided detailed information on features and benefits.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to enhance customer shopping experience and drive sales.
- Processed transactions accurately using Point of Sale (POS) systems, ensuring efficient checkout procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales goals and improve overall store performance.
- Trained new associates on product knowledge, customer service standards, and operational procedures.
Camp Counselor
YMCA
2025.05 - 2025.08
- Organized and led recreational programs fostering teamwork and cooperation among participants.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports, games, and field trips, prioritizing safety and enjoyment.
- Supervised daily activities for children, ensuring safety and engagement throughout.
- Communicated effectively with parents about camper progress and behavior.
- Supported conflict resolution among campers through mediation techniques.
Guest Advocate
Target
2024.08 - 2025.02
- Advocated for in-store and digital services, leveraging knowledge of capabilities and features to drive guest adoption and loyalty.
- Assisted guests with product inquiries, identifying solutions that enhanced overall shopping experience.
- Assisted guests with product inquiries and provided exceptional customer service.
- Handled guest transactions efficiently at checkout and maintained accuracy.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure store cleanliness and organization.
Retail Associate
Ross
2023.05 - 2023.08
- Assisted customers by addressing inquiries about sales, enhancing their shopping experience.
- Processed customer exchanges and returns at service desk, ensuring timely resolutions.
- Supported customers using self-checkout machines to ensure a seamless shopping experience.
- Prepared and bagged purchased items, delivering them to customers with care.
- Measured clothing sizes and organized items in designated sections for easy customer access.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05.2026
High School Diploma - Information Technology
George Westinghouse College Prep
Chicago, IL06.2022
Skills
- Youth Engagement
- Communication
- Organization
- Time Management
- Conflict resolution
- Mediation
- Leadership
- Empathic & Compassionate
- Case Management
- Word, Sheets, and Outlook proficiency
- Clerical
- Flexibilty
Certification
- DCFS Mandated Reporter, 2025-05-01
- CPR Certified, 2025-05-01
- AED Certified, 2025-05-01
Timeline
Sales Associate
Lowe’s
2026.01 - 2026.04
Camp Counselor
YMCA
2025.05 - 2025.08
Guest Advocate
Target
2024.08 - 2025.02
Retail Associate
Ross
2023.05 - 2023.08
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Illinois State University
High School Diploma - Information Technology
George Westinghouse College Prep