Mike Vang
Redding,CA
Summary
Dynamic entrepreneur with a proven track record at Lambda Supplies LLC, enhancing sales through strategic promotional and pricing tactics. Expert in operations management and customer relations, I've successfully negotiated with suppliers to boost profit margins and fostered a loyal customer base. Skilled in social media marketing and staff management, I've consistently elevated business performance and employee satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Store Owner
Lambda Supplies Llc
Washington, DC
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Boosted sales revenue with targeted promotions that capitalized on seasonal trends and consumer preferences
- Maximized profitability by periodically re-evaluating product pricing based on supplier costs, competitor prices, and customer demand.
- Managed daily operations efficiently, overseeing staff schedules, inventory control, and financial transactions.
- Cultivated loyal customer base by providing exceptional service, personalized recommendations, and timely resolution of issues or complaints.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Developed comprehensive marketing strategies to attract new customers and retain existing ones.
- Strengthened relationships with suppliers to negotiate better pricing, improving overall profit margins.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing innovative store layout and design.
- Fostered a positive work environment by addressing employee concerns promptly and fairly, leading to high retention rates among staff members.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Managed day-to-day business operations
Medical Marijuana Cultivator
Family Business
Hayfork, CA
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Optimized plant growth by implementing proper nutrient and lighting schedules.
- Participated in ongoing education and training opportunities to stay current on industry best practices and emerging trends in cannabis cultivation.
- Increased overall crop yield with the implementation of effective pruning techniques.
- Maintained a clean and organized cultivation environment, reducing the risk of contamination and disease.
- Facilitated efficient harvesting processes by preparing plants for drying, curing, trimming, and packaging according to established protocols.
- Planted, cultivated and harvested various types of trees, shrubs, and plants.
- Transported and loaded harvested items into delivery trucks.
- Harvested fruits and vegetables and prepared for sale or shipping.
- Regulated watering and fertilizing to avoid waste while nurturing plants.
- Assisted with maintenance and installation of irrigation equipment.
Education
Masters - Public Health
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05.2014
Biochemistry And Molecular Biology - Science Education
Penn State University
State College, PA05.2012
Skills
- Store operations
- Local market understanding
- Social Media Marketing
- Employee Scheduling
- Budget Planning
- Merchandise planning
- Promotional planning
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Customer Relations
- Operations Management
- Staff Management
Languages
Hmong
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Retail Store Owner
Lambda Supplies Llc
01.2018 - 01.2024
Medical Marijuana Cultivator
Family Business
01.2015 - 01.2017
Masters - Public Health
Virginia Tech
Biochemistry And Molecular Biology - Science Education
Penn State University