Operations professional with proven track record in optimizing processes and driving efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration, strategic planning, and achieving measurable results. Adept at adapting to changing needs and leading cross-functional teams. Skilled in project management, process improvement, and resource allocation. Dependable and results-driven, known for enhancing operational performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Inn at Oceans Edge, MIGIS Hotel Group
01.2016 - 01.2025
Analytical
Successfully executed market analysis to understand guest preferences and market trends, enabling tailored services and amenities.
Implemented operational efficiency measures to streamline individual department processes, reduce errors, and accelerate services rendered to internal and external guests.
Performed competitor analysis to identify opportunities for competitive advantage, ensuring unique offerings and increased guest attraction.
Technical
Oversaw various departments throughout the hotel, providing me dynamic insights to boutique hotel daily operations.
Managed staff scheduling and training programs to optimize team performance.
Coordinated daily pool care and weekly pool maintenance schedules including training staff to understand fundamentals of pool operations and safety measures.
Directly oversaw housekeeping, laundry and room divisions of hotel, ensuring all guest experiences were consistent and beyond their expectations, while leading and training a small team of 8-15 employees.
Leadership and Supervision
Leading, training and developing teams of 20+ staff, across all departments of a boutique Hotels.
Coached staff in providing high quality guest services, escalating customized guest experiences, and enhancing overall satisfaction.
Implemented operational improvements to create harmony between staff workload, guest expectations, our promise to them and available resources.
Streamlined daily operations to enhance guest satisfaction and service efficiency.
Wedding and Event Coordinator
Prestigious Productions
01.2013 - 01.2015
Technical
Budget management, create, track, and optimize event budgets to meet client expectations while avoiding overspending.
Data management and reporting, collected, analyzed, and interpreted event data for attendance trends, budget performance, and client satisfaction. Software tools: Eventbrite, Social Tables, CVE Registration and RSVP Tracking.
Coordinated logistics for multiple events, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction.
Developed and managed vendor relationships to secure competitive pricing and reliable services.
Leadership and Supervision
Effectively navigated unforeseen challenges or client concerns with quick problem solving.
Worked seamlessly with stakeholders, ensuring alignment on vision, timing, and event quality.
Helicopter Mechanic, Collateral Duty Inspector
United States Marine Corps
10.2005 - 10.2010
Technical Expertise and Maintenance
Diagnosed, replaced, and repaired complex aviation components, reduced aviation downtime by 15% with pro-active troubleshooting.
Implemented rigorous QC checks on over 200 flight-critical components, maintaining full mission-capable status across assigned aviation assets.
Performed routine maintenance and repairs on rotorcraft components, enhancing operational reliability.
Collateral Duty Responsibilities
Conducted thorough inspections and diagnostics on helicopter systems to ensure airworthiness.
Served as a Collateral Duty Inspector/Program Manager, conducting quality assurance inspections, audits, metrics tracking and ensuring Adherence to safety protocols.
Maintained documentation and reporting templates, streamlining communication between teams and enhancing accountability.
Leadership and Supervision
Supervised and trained a small team of junior Marines in helicopter maintenance procedures, improving technical proficiency and achieving on-time readiness.
Coordinated work assignments, effectively balancing priority repairs with routine inspections to optimize unit efficiency.
Fostered the learning-by-doing culture under Marine Corps structures.
Education
Bachelors Program - Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts
Art Institute of San Diego
San Diego, California
Certificate - Fundamentals of Hotel Distribution, Fundamentals of Revenue and Demand Management
Essec Business School Coursera
Certificate - AI for Marketing Specialization
Emory University Coursera
Six Sigma Yellow Belt -
Kennesaw State Univ. Coursera
Skills
AOD
Basic Excel Functions
Basic Chat GPT
Copilot AI
Google Workspace
M3 Accounting
Microsoft Office 365
RMS Cloud
RoomMaster
Synxis Property Hub
Operations oversight
Property level HR management
Logistics oversight
Cross-functional communications
Business development
Forecasting and Revenue
Career Highlights
Cross-Functional Collaboration with Revenue & Marketing Management teams
Multi-department leadership & Operational Excellence during all aspects of my work history
Certifications
Certified Pool Operator
Digital Marketing Strategy by Goldman Sachs
ServSafe
LVAD
Timeline
Operations Manager
Inn at Oceans Edge, MIGIS Hotel Group
01.2016 - 01.2025
Wedding and Event Coordinator
Prestigious Productions
01.2013 - 01.2015
Helicopter Mechanic, Collateral Duty Inspector
United States Marine Corps
10.2005 - 10.2010
Bachelors Program - Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts
Art Institute of San Diego
Certificate - Fundamentals of Hotel Distribution, Fundamentals of Revenue and Demand Management