Kerri Edwards
Jayess,MS
Summary
Dynamic General Manager with a proven track record at Magnolia Inn & Suites, excelling in operations management and team leadership. Adept at budget administration and fostering strong customer relations, driving profitability while cultivating a high-performance team culture.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level full-time position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Magnolia Inn & Suites
06.2014 - 09.2025
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and adherence to service standards.
- Developed and implemented strategic marketing initiatives, increasing brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Managed budget allocation and financial reporting, optimizing resource utilization for improved profitability.
- Led staff training programs, enhancing team performance and fostering a culture of excellence in service delivery.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Education
New Bethel Christian School
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem resolution
- Operations management
- Team player
- Effective leader
- Training and coaching
- Team leadership
- Staff management
- Customer relations
- Employee scheduling
- Vendor relationships
- Facility management
- Staffing
- Purchasing
- Marketing
- Account management
- Budget administration
- Budget coordination
Timeline
General Manager
Magnolia Inn & Suites
06.2014 - 09.2025
New Bethel Christian School
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