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Kerry Smith

Kerry Smith

Riverview,FL

Summary

Focused manager with demonstrated ability to organize work, establish priorities and delegate tasks to meet service delivery requirements. Skilled in communicating to meet performance and productivity requirements while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. Proven expertise in management, accounting and budgeting. Former small business owner that is highly qualified in business development.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Education Services (Hillsborough County Schools)
Tampa, FL
01.2023 - Current
  • Taught subjects based upon assignment (Algebra, Government, Economics, Culinary Arts, English…etc)
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
  • Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.

Trivia Jockey / Host

Challenge Entertainment – Tampa, FL
Tampa, FL
03.2019 - Current
  • Host Live Trivia and Singo Shows at multiple venues
  • Interact with the audience and players
  • Increasing attendance at shows by 15% compared to previous jockey
  • Growing the attendance = growth in bar revenue.

Assistant Center Director / Center Director

Mathnasium of Brandon / Riverview – Valrico, FL
Valrico, FL
04.2021 - 11.2022
  • Assist in daily operations of the Brandon Center, manage hiring of instructors and enrollment of students
  • Hire dynamic and diverse staff
  • Establish individualized curriculum based upon assessments
  • Maintain communication between Mathnasium, parents, and teachers
  • Work multiple outreach events in the community
  • Communicate with news and social media about the upcoming opening of the Riverview Center
  • Manage instructors, including training and leading continuing education
  • Complete continuous self-learning and reflection
  • Manage accounts, payments, and other sensitive information.

Installed Sales Coordinator

Lowe’s – Brandon, FL
Brandon, FL
03.2019 - 03.2021
  • Scheduled and managed installations by contacting installers and customers throughout process.
  • Facilitated customer satisfaction through proper preparation of materials and follow-up communication with customers and installers.
  • Maintained accurate records of all installed sales activities in company database systems.
  • Collaborated with project managers to identify potential problems or delays with installed sales projects.
  • Transitioned Installed Sales Office (In-Store) to the Corporate Office.

Center Director

Mathnasium of Fishers
Fishers, IN
04.2017 - 02.2019
  • Developed, implemented, and maintained the Center’s budget, created business forecasts, managed daily operations, facilitated all aspects of the sales and enrollment process
  • Worked on multiple outreach events in the community
  • Recruited, hired, and trained instructors
  • Engaged with community schools and parents to increase enrollment by 26%.

Owner

KERRY S. SMITH Income Tax Preparation– Osceola, IN
01.2006 - 01.2018
  • Attended training sessions to stay abreast of new developments in taxation law.
  • Assisted clients with understanding and completing tax forms accurately.
  • Prepared tax returns for individuals and small businesses.
  • Identified opportunities for additional deductions or credits.
  • Created financial statements for filing purposes.
  • Answered inquiries from clients regarding their tax obligations.
  • Ensured all deadlines were met throughout the preparation process.

Golf Associate

Dick's Sporting Goods – Carmel, IN
09.2016 - 05.2017
  • Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
  • Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise requiring replenishment.
  • Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers, and enhance sales.
  • Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
  • Fitted and repaired golf clubs.

Instructor

Mathnasium of Zionsville – Carmel, IN
01.2017 - 04.2017
  • Taught students of diverse backgrounds and education levels, using learning plans based upon assessments
  • Solicited feedback from students and parents
  • Kept accurate and current records of student attendance and success rates.

Kitchen Designer

The Home Depot
Indianapolis, IN
11.2015 - 08.2016
  • Outlined plans based on client budgets and needs with flooring, cabinets, appliances and countertops.
  • Worked closely with clients to determine their style preferences and budget limitations.
  • Organized showroom displays according to current trends in kitchen design.
  • Educated customers about product features such as warranties or energy efficiency ratings.
  • Consulted with homeowners throughout entire remodeling process from initial concept through completion.

Adjunct Instructor

The Chefs Academy at Harrison College – Indianapolis, IN
01.2015 - 08.2015
  • Taught Math, Purchasing and International Cuisine

Substitute Teacher

Penn Harris Madison Schools
Mishawaka, IN
10.2012 - 07.2014
  • Taught Algebra I, II and Honors, Geometry, Economics and Accounting
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
  • Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
  • Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
  • Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.

Owner /Podcast Host

Krazy's Sports Talk
Riverview, FL
05.2024 - Current

Hosting podcasts to discuss sports, with commentary beyond just the statistics.

President / Financial Advisor

KSmith Financial – Osceola, IN
07.2006 - 01.2013
  • Assisted clients in the development and growth of their Life Portfolio
  • Provided Seminars and Workshops to explain Medicare, Health Care Reform and Estate Planning
  • Assisted clients in filing Social Security, Disability, Medicare and Medicaid forms and appeals.

Registered Representative

John Hancock Life Insurance Company – Mishawaka, IN
03.2002 - 06.2006
  • Life, Health, LTC and Disability Insurance Planning (Individual & Group)
  • Retirement Planning
  • Estate Planning
  • Wealth Accumulation and Preservation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Restaurant, Hotel and Institutional Management

Purdue University
05.1992

Skills

  • Skilled in Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, Salesforce and other CRM packages, and Learning Management Systems
  • Public speaking
  • Client assessment and analysis
  • Budgeting and Finance
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Customer Service
  • Business Ownership
  • Marketing and Advertising
  • Hiring and Recruiting

Associations

  • Veterans of Foreign Wars – Life Member – 1994 – Present
  • Optimists International
  • Past President – Elkhart Breakfast Optimists, Elkhart, IN
  • Past President – Mishawaka Breakfast Optimists, Mishawaka, IN
  • National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA)
  • Past President – Elkhart, IN
  • Campaign to Elect Jackie Walorski to U.S. Congress 2nd District (1st Term)
  • Campaign to Re-Elect Tim Neese, Indiana State Representative 48th District

Military Service

  • U.S. Army Reserve, 08/01/1989, 02/01/1994, Food Service Sergeant / Platoon Sergeant
  • U.S. Army, 07/01/1986, 04/01/1988, Food Service Specialist

References

References available upon request.

Affiliations

  • VFW
  • American Legion

Work Preference

Work Type

Part TimeFull Time

Work Location

RemoteOn-SiteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany Culture

Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Power Point

Excel

CRM

LMS

POS

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages

English
Native language
Spanish
Elementary (A2)
A2

Interests

Baseball

Hockey

Fishing

Golf

Traveling

Timeline

Owner /Podcast Host

Krazy's Sports Talk
05.2024 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Education Services (Hillsborough County Schools)
01.2023 - Current

Assistant Center Director / Center Director

Mathnasium of Brandon / Riverview – Valrico, FL
04.2021 - 11.2022

Trivia Jockey / Host

Challenge Entertainment – Tampa, FL
03.2019 - Current

Installed Sales Coordinator

Lowe’s – Brandon, FL
03.2019 - 03.2021

Center Director

Mathnasium of Fishers
04.2017 - 02.2019

Instructor

Mathnasium of Zionsville – Carmel, IN
01.2017 - 04.2017

Golf Associate

Dick's Sporting Goods – Carmel, IN
09.2016 - 05.2017

Kitchen Designer

The Home Depot
11.2015 - 08.2016

Adjunct Instructor

The Chefs Academy at Harrison College – Indianapolis, IN
01.2015 - 08.2015

Substitute Teacher

Penn Harris Madison Schools
10.2012 - 07.2014

President / Financial Advisor

KSmith Financial – Osceola, IN
07.2006 - 01.2013

Owner

KERRY S. SMITH Income Tax Preparation– Osceola, IN
01.2006 - 01.2018

Registered Representative

John Hancock Life Insurance Company – Mishawaka, IN
03.2002 - 06.2006

Bachelor of Science - Restaurant, Hotel and Institutional Management

Purdue University
Kerry Smith