Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Parking Manager
Live Nation Worldwide Inc.
01.2019 - Current
Assisted sales and service staff with moving automobiles to keep operations running smoothly.
Parked vehicles in visually appealing ways to attract customer attention and increase sales.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Directed training and retraining of employees to boost performance and enhance business results.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning and coordinating in-house and outsourced resources.
Effectively supervised staff of 150+ personnel by implementing company policies, protocols, work rules and disciplinary action.
Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Delivered training for staff development, change management and materials, process and technical controls.
Reduced workflow inconsistencies by recruiting and hiring capable staff members.
Communicated best practices among on-site and external personnel to align efforts and goals.
Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
Director of Operations
First Class Valet Parking LLC
Durham, NC
02.2011 - Current
Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
Worked collaboratively with functional leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
Defined, implemented and revised operational policies and guidelines.
Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching and performance management.
Kept up-to-date with industry trends and identified areas of opportunity to drive improvements.
Provided documentation of processes to comply with regulations and company policies.
Increased sales by $150% by establishing goals, overseeing performance and budget
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Directed management meetings to enhance collaboration and maintain culture based on trust and group problem-solving.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching, and performance management.
Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
Garage and surface parking lot operations,
Valet Parking Manager
Marriott Hotels
01.2002 - 03.2011
Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, sales, finance, human resources, safety and compliance.
Planned and resourced personnel and logistics for operations component exercises resulting in highly trained personnel ready to act quickly in critical roles.
Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Supported top-level decision-making and strategy planning, forging productive relationships with top leaders and serving as key advocate for various personnel issues.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
Designed intriguing layout for parking lots.
Trained service staff on latest policies and procedures.
Assigned duties or work schedules to employees for adequate shift coverage.
Inspected equipment to maintain proper functioning during peak activity.
Resolved customer complaints or problems to decrease escalation issues to corporate.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Brunswick High School
East Brunswick, NJ
06.1999
Skills
Vehicle Operations
Operational Standards
Improvement Plans
Business Operations
Assessing Conditions
Customer Service
Employee Discipline
Operational Procedures
Corporate Finance
Time Management
Department Oversight
Operational Planning
Root Cause Analysis
Business Management Principles
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Access
Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
Citrix
Customer Service
Accomplishments
2007 Marriott Employee of year
Duke University Football, Basketball Parking
Valet/Self Parking DPAC (Durham, NC) PRIVATE
Durham Bulls Parking (PRIVATE)
Valet Parking (Full Frame Documentary Festival) Durham, NC