Kimberly Ellis
Orlando,FL
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with extensive experience at Walt Disney Company, excelling in performance metrics and strategic planning. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and driving profit margins through effective budget management and team leadership. Adept at fostering collaboration and achieving organizational goals while delivering outstanding results.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Highlighted Roles
Walt Disney Company
Lake Buena Vista, FL
12.1996 - Current
Director, DPI Operations
Walt Disney Company
Lake Buena Vista, FL
03.2021 - Current
- Established performance metrics and evaluated staff to promote continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the business.
- Directed operations to improve efficiency and increase profit margins.
- Managed annual budgeting process, including forecasting and financial planning.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
Proprietor, Disney PhotoPass Imaging
Magic Kingdom Park
Lake Buena Vista, FL
02.2015 - 06.2019
- Analyzed operating costs, expenses, revenue and other financial data to ensure successful operation of the business.
- Reviewed sales reports and adjusted sales activities or expenses to better meet budgets.
- Conducted performance reviews with employees in order to identify areas of improvement as well as recognize outstanding achievements.
Manger of Operations
EPCOT
Lake Buena Vista, FL
11.2009 - 02.2015
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings, preparing presentations, and organizing travel arrangements.
- Collaborated with other departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans, and objectives.
- Maintained a calendar of upcoming events and deadlines for the executive team.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for the executive team to achieve organizational goals.
Operations Manager, Food & Beverage and Merchandis
Disney's Animal Kingdom
Lake Buena Vista, FL
02.2004 - 05.2006
Store Manager
World of Disney
Lake Buena Vista, FL
06.2002 - 01.2004
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, INCertificate de French -
Universite of Paris
Paris, FranceSkills
- Performance metrics
- Financial forecasting
- Operational efficiency
- Budget management
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership
Timeline
Director, DPI Operations
Walt Disney Company
03.2021 - Current
Proprietor, Disney PhotoPass Imaging
Magic Kingdom Park
02.2015 - 06.2019
Manger of Operations
EPCOT
11.2009 - 02.2015
Operations Manager, Food & Beverage and Merchandis
Disney's Animal Kingdom
02.2004 - 05.2006
Store Manager
World of Disney
06.2002 - 01.2004
Highlighted Roles
Walt Disney Company
12.1996 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Indiana University, Bloomington
Certificate de French -
Universite of Paris
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