Owen Waring
Tonawanda,NY
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Wegmans Food Markets, Inc, and co-founder of the Devin Waring Foundation, raising over $500,000 for mental health. Expert in decision-making and team building, adept at forming strategic partnerships and enhancing customer experiences through analytical thinking and problem-solving.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service Employee
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc
Buffalo, NY
07.2019 - Current
- Assisted customers with price checks, lifting heavy items and addressing other inquiries.
- Presented existing and prospective customers with valuable service or product information to aid in decision-making.
- Performed opening and closing procedures as required by management.
- Promoted available products and services to customers during service, account management and order calls.
- Identified areas for improvement through data-driven decision making processes.
- Thoughtfully contributed to committee plans and strategic decision making.
Vice President & Co Founder
Devin Waring Foundation
Buffalo, NY
01.2019 - Current
- Developed resources to support the mental health needs of youth.
- Provided referrals to mental health providers when necessary.
- Formed relationships with different local mental health organizations, such as Horizon Health Services and Crisis Services.
- Collaborated on various programs with Horizon Health Services, such as The Teen Mental Health Program, Hillary's House, and The Service Dog Program.
- Plan and execute an annual golf tournament run by The Devin Waring Foundation called The Drive 4 Devin.
- Raised over $500,000 for various mental health programs and charities with The Devin Waring Foundation.
Education
Finance
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY05-2025
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NYSkills
- Decision-making
- Analytical thinking
- Public speaking
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Organization
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Team building
Timeline
Customer Service Employee
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc
07.2019 - Current
Vice President & Co Founder
Devin Waring Foundation
01.2019 - Current
Finance
SUNY Buffalo State
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
SUNY At Buffalo