Michael Blansette
Myrtle Beach,HORRY
Summary
Motivated General Manager with 25 years of experience juggling multiple priorities to keep company running smoothly. Communicative team leader possessing outstanding time management and documentation abilities. Polished in overseeing employee performance and guiding and motivating new talent.Ge
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant manager at burkes outlet
Bealls inc.
07.2019 - 10.2021
- Manage 5 Supervisors and 20 employees on improving customer service, increase reward membership, and credit card applications
- Train employees to retain and advance their careers
- Assist in opening new stores and training of new staff members
- Increased loyalty from 79% to 85%, increased sales to beat budget by 15% and increase all KPI metrics.
Store Manager
Reebok International Limited
Myrtle Beach, SC
05.2016 - Current
- Sought after, and recruited to improve conversion rates, streamline operations, and increase overall revenue
- Manage, train, and coach 5 managers and 15 sales associates to by modeling positivity to inspire productivity resulting in a 12% improved conversion rate and 3% increased revenue.
Store Manager
Reebok International Limited
05.2015 - 04.2019
- Manage department operations by allocating resources, scheduling deliverables, delegating daily responsibilities, evaluating challenges, and designing process, policies, and procedures that advance continuous improvements to operating logistics and workflows
- Hold brainstorming sessions that empower team members to share perceptions, insights, and present new ideas which cultivates an environment of creative problem solving, future-facing action planning, and open communication.
Store Manager
Reebok International Limited
Smithfield, NC
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Coached and mentored a team of 5 managers and 15 sales associates with effective recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, and goal setting methods that returned high productivity, low turnover, and strong team morale that returned a 5% improved conversion rate resulting in a 20% increase in sales.
Mall Regional Manager
Adidas Group
Smithfield, NC
01.2015 - 04.2015
- Subject matter expert (SME) on proactive sales techniques who builds integrated programs and service directives that meet long- and short-term objectives, capture record-breaking revenues, new pipeline / channel / lead generations, and adoption of advertising products
- Managed and oversaw the day-to-day operations of 3 Adidas Group stores within the mall (Adidas, Reebok, and Rockport).
General Manager
Adidas Group
Lawrenceville, GA
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Subject matter expert (SME) on proactive sales techniques who builds integrated programs and service directives that meet long- and short-term objectives, capture record-breaking revenues, new pipeline / channel / lead generations, and adoption of advertising products
- Managed and oversaw the day-to-day operations of 3 Adidas Group stores within the mall (Adidas, Reebok, and Rockport).
Store Manager
Reebok International Limited
Foley, AL
09.2009 - 06.2014
- Set benchmarks, reviewed financial forecasts, and allocated funds to maximize revenue targets and KPIs
- Applied strong communication, presentation, and writing skillsets to educate personnel on brand identity guidelines and consumer engagement tactics
- Managed, trained, and coached up to 20 staff members including, but not limited to, sales associates, stock coordinators, and managers.
Store Manager
Reebok International Limited
Jeffersonville, OH
02.2006 - 08.2009
- Set benchmarks, reviewed financial forecasts, and allocated funds to maximize revenue targets and KPIs
- Applied strong communication, presentation, and writing skillsets to educate personnel on brand identity guidelines and consumer engagement tactics
- Managed, trained, and coached up to 20 staff members including, but not limited to, sales associates, stock coordinators, and managers.
MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER
- A Teacher needs to think that all the children under their care are unique with their own talents, needs, and thought process
- The student needs a stimulating educational environment where the student can strengthen their mental emotional and social skills
- A teacher needs to come up with simulating learning activities to increase the students desire to learn and engage in the classroom daily
- Has a teacher I am there to assist them to see and reach their full potential
- To help increase their self confidence through positive motivation
- Setting up a classroom environment where the students can share ideas and want to express their dreams of who they want to be.
Specialist in Training Teams, Streamlining Operations, and Increasing Confidence and Productivity that Results of Increased Performance and Creativity of Employees.
- Profit-driven and process-oriented RETAIL, GENERAL, AND REGIONAL MANAGER with experience in, and a history of, strategic operational planning, improving processes, and increasing company profitability by utilizing brand integrity and product vision to connect with diverse audiences
- Positive attitude, intuitive business acumen, and analytical mindset used to identify profitable opportunities, define change, and devise unique competitive advantages
- Collaborative and energetic leader who infuses modern tools and emerging technologies into compelling plans that exceed performance goals in high-volume, rapidly-evolving retail environments
- Blends an educational and solutions-oriented style with management technique focused on building and motivating team members and a respect and dedication to customer satisfaction to grow brand loyalty and increase market share and revenue
- Dedicated and honest leader, with a unique capacity to handle and adjust to stressful situations with quick resolutions.
Education
Bachelor of Biblical Education -
Liberty University
12.2023
01.2010
Skills
- Project Support
- Safety Management
- Lesson Plan Delivery
- Skill-Building Exercises
- Progress Monitoring
- Attendance Tracking
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student and Parent Relations
- Small Group Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Behavior Modeling
- Activity Implementation
- Student Supervision
- Clerical Support
- Material Preparation
- Discussion Facilitation
- Powerpoint Presentations
- Classroom Technology
- Computer Skills
- Individual Student Assistance
- Relationship Building
- Multicultural Awareness
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Excel
- Positive Attitude
- Mathematics Instruction
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Stress Management
- Behavior Redirection
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
Technical And Programming Proficiencies
- Microsoft Visual Basic
- HTML
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Windows
- Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
- Multiple Point of Purchase (POP) systems
Core Proficiencies
- Project Management & Execution
- Retail Management
- Strategic Planning
- Procedure Development
- Metrics & Quota Attainment
- P&L Accountability & Expense Control
- Change Management
- Cost Reduction
- Retail Shrinkage
- Team Building
- Team Training
- Multi-Tasking Under Heavy Deadlines
- Verbal, Written, and Presentation Skills
Professional Highlights
- Streamlined operations and improved conversion rates by 12% which resulted in a 3% increased revenue in the Myrtle Beach location and improved conversion rates by 20% which generated a 5% increase in revenue in the Smithfield location.
- Empowered teams to secure aggressive revenue goals for 3 brands (Adidas, Reebok, and Rockport) by 10%, 6%, and 45%, respectively.
- Managed and oversaw 25 sales associates and 5 managers to successfully achieve $3M in sales for the first time in the history of the store.
- Fast track promotion from Sales Associate to Store and General Manager through diligence, natural leadership abilities, and ensuring increased revenues while maintaining strict compliance with policies and procedures.
- Recognized as a District MVP twice for outstanding achievement in motivating staff and team members and for generating increased revenue while maintaining ethics and integrity in the face of serving customers.
Affiliations
- Enjoy cycling, spending time outdoors, and participating in community activities.
Accomplishments
- MVP for the Adidas group 2010, 2012,2015,2016, for building empowered teams who succeed at being productive and increase longevity of employees.
Certification
- Certifide in Shine Training by the Adidas Group to increase productivity of districts and store,
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant manager at burkes outlet
Bealls inc.
07.2019 - 10.2021
Store Manager
Reebok International Limited
05.2016 - Current
Store Manager
Reebok International Limited
05.2015 - 04.2019
Store Manager
Reebok International Limited
05.2015 - 05.2016
Mall Regional Manager
Adidas Group
01.2015 - 04.2015
General Manager
Adidas Group
07.2014 - 12.2014
Store Manager
Reebok International Limited
09.2009 - 06.2014
Store Manager
Reebok International Limited
02.2006 - 08.2009
MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER
Specialist in Training Teams, Streamlining Operations, and Increasing Confidence and Productivity that Results of Increased Performance and Creativity of Employees.
Bachelor of Biblical Education -
Liberty University
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