Nikolas Travis
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Achieved significant sales growth in previous positions through strategic selling approaches. Developed strong managerial and leadership skills through academic and practical experiences. Delivered effective communication, both verbally and in writing, to enhance team interactions. Executed meticulous product organization to improve operational efficiency. Built and maintained collaborative relationships with team members, promoting inclusivity. Available for relocation anywhere in the US for suitable employment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Representative
Premium Retail Services
Fort Wayne, IN
09.2022 - 01.2026
- Managed field operations to ensure product availability and compliance with brand standards.
- Collaborated with clients to assess needs and develop tailored in-store solutions.
- Established strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty for ongoing business growth.
CEO
Pride Supplies LLC
Fort Wayne, IN
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Managed and operated a small LGBTQ+ company for five years with the mission to serve the LGBTQ+ community with products that helped with positivity, gender identity, and making everyone feel seen and heard.
- Planned events ranging from 5-30/yearly, coordinated sales with a yearly conversion rate of 90%, and oversaw direct sales.
- Programmed a website and mobile phone application for the company and generated sales by running promotions increasing sales during the “dead seasons” by around 60% yearly.
Assistant Manager
Dollar Tree
Fort Wayne, IN
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Monitored employee performance through regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback for professional development
- Coordinated sales promotions and merchandising efforts, driving customer engagement and satisfaction.
- Developed schedules to optimize staff coverage during peak hours, improving operational efficiency.
General Manager
Dollar General
Fort Wayne, IN
04.2015 - 03.2016
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to drive business growth and increase profitability
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation
- Achieved sales targets consistently by implementing targeted promotions and upselling techniques
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Purdue University
Fort Wayne, INBachelor of Science - Business Management
Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN05.2026
Skills
- Mobile design
- Team development
- Leadership
- Product Development
- Organizational skills
- Negotiation
- Customer relationship building
- Management
- Website management
- Lead generation
- Field service
- Forecasting
- TikTok
- Strategic management
- Outside sales
- Canvassing
- Advertising sales
- Customer communication
- Microsoft Office
- B2B sales
- Sales management
- Computer networking
- Planograms
- Team management
- Performance management
- Basic math
- Communication skills
- Community engagement
- Time management
- Direct Sales
- Customer service
- Process improvement
- Marketing
- Sales strategy
- Packing
- Mobile devices
- English
- Attention to detail
- Investment management advisory services
- Microsoft Excel
- Accounting
- Account management
- Event Planning
- Territory sales
- Business development
- Cash handling
- Computer skills
- Pricing
- Multitasking
- Sales
- Financial goal setting advisory services
- Merchandising
- Website maintenance
Certification
Driver's License
Languages
English - Fluent
Awards
Dean’s List and the Semester Honors List May 2025, Dean’s List and the Semester Honors List December 2024, Dean’s List and the Semester Honors List May 2024, Dean’s List and the Semester Honors List December 2023, Dean’s List and the Semester Honors List May 2023
Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikolas-travis-9b4111325
Timeline
Field Representative
Premium Retail Services
09.2022 - 01.2026
CEO
Pride Supplies LLC
01.2019 - 01.2024
Assistant Manager
Dollar Tree
07.2016 - 07.2019
General Manager
Dollar General
04.2015 - 03.2016
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Purdue University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Purdue University Fort Wayne