Robyn Blake
Fenton,MO
Summary
Goal-focused individual seeking a leadership role with a thriving, growing company to apply management, leadership, and motivational skills. Experienced in overseeing teams of professionals and working towards a common goal to drive business growth and personal development. Committed to contributing to the success of the organization while continuously expanding capabilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Operations
ProDrivers of EmployBridge
05.2023 - Current
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors and colleagues for mutually beneficial collaborations.
- Increased company profits through centralizing the recruiting team.
- Established KPI's for multiple teams
- Improved overall company reputation through effective public relations campaigns and social media presence
- Championed employee development programs to enhance skills, increase retention rates, and build a high-performance workforce.
Regional Vice President
ProDrivers of Employbridge
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Led a team of 12 market managers and their teams, ensuring consistent communication and collaboration for overall business success.
- Managed financial performance by setting budgets, monitoring expenses, and identifying areas for improvement.
- Increased regional sales by developing and implementing strategic sales plans.
- Strengthened relationships with key clients by providing exceptional customer service and support.
- Established new training methods for individual and team development
- Drove substantial revenue growth through strategic partnerships, meticulously negotiating and securing lucrative deals with key industry players.
Area Leader
ProDrivers of Employbridge
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Led training initiatives for new hires, contributing to their rapid integration into the team environment.
- Continually assessed risks associated with business operations, taking proactive measures to mitigate potential impact on company goals.
- Established strong relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new opportunities for growth or potential areas of concern that required attention.
- Managed 6 markets simultaneously, ensuring high-quality performance.
- Enhanced team collaboration with regular meetings, progress updates, and constructive feedback sessions.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through efficient resource utilization and budget management.
- Promoted branch profitability and sales goal achievement by establishing rigorous daily, weekly and monthly targets.
Market Leader
ProDrivers of Employbridge
10.2014 - 05.2020
- Improved brand visibility through effective advertising campaigns.
- Leveraged data-driven insights to optimize pricing strategies, resulting in increased profitability.
- Boosted sales performance by identifying and targeting high-potential market segments.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team members to seek out opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively to achieve cost savings while maintaining high-quality clent relationships.
- Championed creative problem-solving techniques within the team, leading them towards developing innovative solutions addressing current issues/challenges faced by the branch.
- Expanded market presence by establishing new relationships with local customers.
- Identified leads by scheduling introductory discovery meetings and calls.
- Built diverse sales pipeline to exceed quota targets.
Director
La Petite Academy
09.2012 - 10.2014
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Regularly monitored state and federal licensing regulations for school and staff.
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Increased enrollment by 25% and net profit by 20% in first year.
Assistant Director
La Petite Academy
05.2012 - 09.2012
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
- Planned and executed successful special events, such as college fairs, open houses, and parent-teacher conferences.
Assistant Director
La Petite Academy
10.2011 - 05.2012
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Assistant in Management/Lead Teacher
La Petite Academy
03.2006 - 10.2011
- Assisted Director in all aspects of business operations.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress while collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
Education
MBA - Organization Leadership
Ashford University
01.2014
BA - Early Childhood Education Administration
Ashford University
11.2011
Skills
- Professional Leadership Experience
- Strong Critical Thinking Skills
- Effective Communicator
- DOT Safety and compliance training
- Multi-branch Leadership Experience
- Flexible and Adaptive to Conflicts and Obstacles
- Regional Budget Planning
- P&L Management
Volunteer Experience
- Project Clean Stream, 2015 to 2019
- Road Dog Merger, Integrated the Mt. Vernon Team, 2018
- HEAT Recruiting Pilot, Transform regional recruiting engine, 2022
- Masters in Leadership Program, 2018
Timeline
Vice President of Operations
ProDrivers of EmployBridge
05.2023 - Current
Regional Vice President
ProDrivers of Employbridge
04.2022 - 05.2023
Area Leader
ProDrivers of Employbridge
06.2020 - 04.2022
Market Leader
ProDrivers of Employbridge
10.2014 - 05.2020
Director
La Petite Academy
09.2012 - 10.2014
Assistant Director
La Petite Academy
05.2012 - 09.2012
Assistant Director
La Petite Academy
10.2011 - 05.2012
Assistant in Management/Lead Teacher
La Petite Academy
03.2006 - 10.2011
MBA - Organization Leadership
Ashford University
BA - Early Childhood Education Administration
Ashford University
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