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Olivia Baum

New York,NY

Summary

Strategic and execution-driven Operations Leader with a proven record of scaling multi-unit businesses, opening high-volume locations, and driving profitability through disciplined operations. Recognized for transforming complex initiatives into seamless execution, from new shop buildouts to national field rollouts. Adept at balancing big-picture strategy with on-the-ground detail, building high-performing teams, and aligning cross-functional stakeholders. A trusted partner who ensures that shops run efficiently, clients experience excellence, and organizations hit (and exceed) their targets.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Manager

Heyday
Atlanta, GA
09.2022 - Current

Field Execution & Operations Strategy Manager | Jan 2025 – Present

  • Lead national field execution strategy, supporting 20+ shops across multiple regions.
  • Drive alignment through weekly Standups and a centralized Field Operations Calendar, surfacing key dates, deliverables, and shop needs.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Finance, People Ops, and Regional Managers to ensure smooth execution of staffing, payroll, and expense management.
  • Manage execution of innovation pilots (Evelabs, microneedling, pricing changes), ensuring consistent adoption and shop enablement.

Regional Shop Operations Manager | Sep 2023 – Dec 2024

  • Oversaw all Atlanta & Dallas shops, ensuring operational excellence across staffing, payroll, supply ordering, and guest experience.
  • Drove financial discipline through field expense management and improved supply ordering systems.
  • Partnered with Regional Managers to identify shop needs, troubleshoot CX challenges, and implement consistent solutions.
  • Strengthened shop leader enablement, improving team performance and reducing escalations.

Manager, Shop Operations – Midtown Shop | Sep 2022 – Sep 2023

  • Launched and scaled Heyday Midtown into the brand’s highest-volume and most profitable shop in the region.
  • Directed full shop operations, including staffing, training, payroll, and financial performance.
  • Built a strong, high-performing team culture, improving employee retention and engagement.
  • Delivered consistent top-tier guest experiences, setting the standard for client satisfaction and shop profitability.

Operations & Client Experience Manager

Faced The Facial Studio
Atlanta, GA
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Opened three new Atlanta facial studios from the ground up, overseeing buildouts, hiring, training, and operational readiness.
  • Partnered with estheticians to refine service protocols and client experience standards, ensuring consistent, high-quality delivery across new shops.
  • Developed supply chain processes, vendor management, and inventory systems to keep shops fully resourced and financially disciplined.
  • Implemented hiring and onboarding practices that built strong, engaged teams and reduced turnover during launch phases.
  • Supported leadership in establishing shop culture, aligning staff around consistent protocols and a client-first service model.

Fitness Instructor & Membership Sales Associate |

CycleBar, TURN Studio, Rukus Cycle, Lifetime
Atlanta, Georgia
09.2018 - 07.2022
  • Sold and renewed fitness memberships, building strong client relationships that consistently drove revenue and retention.
  • Filled classes to capacity by promoting programs, fostering community, and delivering a best-in-class client experience.
  • Supported front desk operations including scheduling, check-ins, and client communications to ensure smooth daily flow.
  • Trained and mentored new instructors, helping standardize delivery and elevate service consistency across studios.

Customer Service Associate/Front Desk Receptionist

Raw Bronzing Studio
Atlanta, GA
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Trained and onboarded new front desk staff, ensuring consistency in scheduling, client check-ins, and service protocols.
  • Built strong client relationships that drove membership sales and renewals.
  • Assisted with in-studio events and promotions, boosting community engagement and repeat business.
  • Supported day-to-day operations with accuracy and efficiency, balancing guest service with sales goals.

Customer Service Associate

Sculpthouse Boutique
Atlanta, GA
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Trained and supported new associates, helping reduce onboarding time and ensuring service standards were met.
  • Managed e-commerce operations, including product listings, order fulfillment, and client inquiries, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
  • Promoted and sold memberships and retail products, contributing directly to shop revenue.
  • Built lasting client relationships that increased retention and drove repeat visits both online and in-store.

Education

Esthetics

Georgia Beauty School
Atanta, GA
09-2021

High School Diploma -

Lassiter High School
Atlanta, GA
05.2016

Skills

  • Multi-Unit Operations Management & Shop Openings
  • Project & Execution Leadership
  • Budgeting, Forecasting & Expense Management
  • Supply Chain & Vendor Coordination
  • Team Training, Onboarding & Performance Development
  • Cross-Functional Partnership (Finance, People Ops, Marketing)
  • Client Experience & Membership Retention Strategy
  • Process Optimization & Scalable Systems Design

Certification

Harvard Business School Online
Certificate in Business Analytics, 07/2024

Wharton Online
Certificate in Operations Management, 02/2024

Timeline

Operations Manager

Heyday
09.2022 - Current

Operations & Client Experience Manager

Faced The Facial Studio
01.2022 - 09.2022

Customer Service Associate/Front Desk Receptionist

Raw Bronzing Studio
01.2019 - 01.2021

Fitness Instructor & Membership Sales Associate |

CycleBar, TURN Studio, Rukus Cycle, Lifetime
09.2018 - 07.2022

Customer Service Associate

Sculpthouse Boutique
01.2018 - 01.2019

High School Diploma -

Lassiter High School

Esthetics

Georgia Beauty School