Rachaun Echols
Chicago,IL
Summary
Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of sports, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Brand Innovation Manager
Jordan Limitless
03.2020 - Current
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, vendors and industry influencers to create positive brand experiences.
- Devised content strategy to effectively engage target audiences.
- Researched and identified new opportunities for product and brand development.
- Managed and oversaw over 25 creative projects drove quality, accuracy and deadline management.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Prepared product and layout documents implementing diverse design concepts.
Professional Athlete
NBA G League
01.2019 - Current
- Helped new team members acclimate to procedures, collaborate with fellow athletes and enhance competitive performances.
- Effectively communicated with diverse group of athletes, coaches, and game officials using dynamic listening and open-ended questioning skills.
- Determined areas in need of improvement and optimized strategies to strengthen performance.
- Developed and maintained key relationships fellow athletes, coaching staff, and school administrators and professors.
- Monitored competitor activities to assess strategies and gain advantages in future matches.
Sports Operations Assistant
ComEd Recreational Center
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Managed day-to-day department operations with effective workflow coordination.
- Solved problems timely and effectively, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Assisted operations manager with planning of routine operations and special projects.
- Monitored and updated inventory levels and maintained accurate records of inventory and stock movements.
- Collaborated with other departments to foster smooth operation of daily processes.
- Supported new employee training and onboarding, providing documentation and training materials on operational processes and procedures.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
Interior Design Assistant
MOD Construction
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Prepared product and layout documents implementing diverse design concepts.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Illustrated visual concepts during client presentations through detailed plans and sketches.
- Assisted interior designer in designing and creating comfortable and functional environments to represent clients' lifestyle, taste and budget.
Park Manager
Navy Pier
04.2015 - 05.2019
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers to build loyalty and repeat business.
- Partnered across departments to run smooth, professional events and activities.
- Inspected equipment and facilities for signs of wear or damage impacting safety.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Created and maintained detailed reports of daily, weekly and monthly operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA05.2019
Skills
- Strategy Development
- Staff Development
- Character Building
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Project Management
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Digital Drafting
- Excellent Attention to Detail
Timeline
Sports Operations Assistant
ComEd Recreational Center
01.2021 - 02.2023
Brand Innovation Manager
Jordan Limitless
03.2020 - Current
Interior Design Assistant
MOD Construction
05.2019 - 01.2021
Professional Athlete
NBA G League
01.2019 - Current
Park Manager
Navy Pier
04.2015 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
University of California, Irvine
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