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Khadijah Wright

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with a strong background in branch management. Skilled in enhancing operational efficiency, driving growth, and fostering team collaboration. Known for adaptability to changing needs and effective problem-solving. Expertise in strategic planning, customer service, and financial oversight. Reliable leader focused on achieving results and empowering teams.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Branch Manager

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
04.2019 - Current
  • Delivered superior customer service by resolving guest complaints promptly and professionally
  • Managed all accounts and communicated effectively with customers, vendors and co-workers
  • Educated to coach, train, and develop employees to succeed in long-term goals and utilize
    strengths to increase branch profitability
  • Assisted in management of employees and operations of the branch including fleet needs, scheduling, and upkeep of branch.
  • Maintained positive relationships with company’s existing accounts while building relationships to
    foster new business
  • Implemented effective sales strategies to achieve branch targets and exceed expectations consistently.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.


Graduate Teaching Assistant

Valdosta State University
01.2017 - 12.2018
  • Develop lessons plans and activities to enable 50-60 students to develop a conceptual and applied knowledge of speaking techniques
  • Devise engaging strategies to enhance student speech writing abilities and outline development for various speech types, including persuasive, informational, introduction speeches, elevator pitches, etc
  • Conduct student conference sessions by providing individualized training to enhance student performance and engagement
  • Attend weekly meetings to communicate student performance and develop tailored, accommodated approaches to teaching
  • Create and leverage custom rubric to evaluate student speeches, tests, and in-class assignments and assess problem areas
  • Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-world examples into lectures.


Beauty Advisor

Estee Lauder at Belk
03.2018 - 10.2018
  • Met $500-$1500 daily sales benchmarks by 90%; achieved 100% weekly credit card acquisition goals; recorded sales in point of sale (POS) system
  • Built mutually beneficial relationships by conducting private consultations to spark creative inspiration, providing quality shopping experiences, and maintaining communication to drive clients to events
  • Drove and exceeded sales goals by providing personalized beauty experience based on customer needs.
  • Stayed up-to-date on current and emerging trends to increase professional value and meet diverse client needs.
  • Educated customers on proper product usage techniques, fostering confidence in their ability to replicate results at home.
  • Maintained an organized and visually appealing product display, resulting in increased customer interest and engagement.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Increased sales revenue by effectively upselling and cross-selling beauty items based on client needs.

Corporate Sales and Communications Intern

Georgia Lottery Corporation
05.2016 - 08.2017
  • Developed and presented strategic communications plans for Georgia Lottery Dollars for Degrees program, conducting focus groups and compiling secondary research to spark millennial engagement
  • Crafted and generated 10 press releases to promote and position key high-profile lottery winnings and foster positive customer sentiment
  • Reviewed, processed, and analyzed retailer applications and contracts
  • Fostered positive consumer attitudes by responding to inquiries from players and key publics; processed claims and validated prizes

Education

Master of Arts (MA) - Communication

Valdosta State University
12.2018

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Professional Communication

Valdosta State University
12.2016

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Hiring and Training
  • Project Management
  • Sales Strategies
  • Team Motivation
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Consulting
  • Cost Control
  • Relationship building and management
  • Marketing

Timeline

Branch Manager

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
04.2019 - Current

Beauty Advisor

Estee Lauder at Belk
03.2018 - 10.2018

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Valdosta State University
01.2017 - 12.2018

Corporate Sales and Communications Intern

Georgia Lottery Corporation
05.2016 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Professional Communication

Valdosta State University

Master of Arts (MA) - Communication

Valdosta State University
Khadijah Wright