Assumed responsibility for re-opening a restaurant that had not been utilized or otherwise operational for 3+ years (e.g., creating new menu, restoring and updating buildings on the premises)
Assisted the new owners with public relations efforts (e.g., creating a new website and social media presence, liaising with local news outlets for ad campaigns)
Organized grand-opening party with 200+ guest attendees and other large scale events (e.g., live music, holiday events, private parties)
Increased sales to an all-time high in over ten years
Managed marina staff and third-party vendors, including functions such as accounting, scheduling, ensuring proper inventory
Onboarded new employees
General Manager
7-eleven
02.2021 - 02.2022
Managed staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and overseeing day-to-day work performance
Implemented COVID-19 safeguards and ensured ongoing compliance with evolving safety recommendations
Maintained adequate staff to ensure business continuity while also accommodating the needs of at-risk or susceptible employees
Oversight of payroll and other accounts payable
POS reconciliation
Inventory management
Conducted on-site visits at other regional branches
Insurance Agent
Bankers Life
03.2013 - 03.2020
Top seller among 40 other agents for duration of employment
Specialized in retirement planning (life, health, disability, and annuities)
Engaged in good rapport to generate clients as opposed to using leads
Cultivated relationships to best understand the unique needs of each individual client in order to offer solutions tailored to their specific needs
Grew business by focusing on the best interest of the client instead of generating commission when offering policy solutions
Gave numerous presentations at company conferences