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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Ryan Gilowey

Foley,MN

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapt at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrive under pressure and consistently earn high marks for work quality and speed.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Millers concessions
Foley, MN
04.2022 - Current
  • Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
  • Assessed employee development needs and provided feedback on their progress towards meeting goals.
  • Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to track stock levels and minimize costs.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
  • Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer service.
  • Implemented innovative strategies that reduced operating costs while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Addressed customer concerns with suitable solutions.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
  • Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding and training, disciplinary action as necessary.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Motivated and evaluated personnel for performance improvement and goal achievement.

Welding

Driving

Lift Operator Supervisor

Lutsen Mountain Ski Resort
Lutsen, MN
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Completed regular snow clearing duties around the base area as needed.
  • Performed pre-operational checks for lift, including brakes, cables and motors.
  • Operated chairlift control panel, monitored speed settings and adjusted accordingly based on load capacity and weather conditions.
  • Established a friendly rapport with guests, providing information about activities available in the resort area.
  • Recognized unsafe behavior among riders, warned them appropriately, and if necessary barred them from using the lift again until they had received further instruction in ski etiquette.
  • Trained new employees on operating procedures for lifts, safety protocols and customer service techniques.
  • Communicated effectively with fellow lift operators regarding changes in weather conditions or operational status of lifts.
  • Conducted emergency drills with passengers to prepare them for potential hazards on the slopes.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations such as broken chairs or sudden stops of lifts due to technical faults.
  • Maintained daily log of lift operations and safety inspections.
  • Managed crowd control and provided directions to passengers, enhancing their experience and safety.
  • Started lift each morning and performed safety inspections.
  • Checked tickets of guests boarding lift.
  • Operated ski lifts, gondolas, and chairlifts, ensuring the safe boarding and disembarking of passengers.

Owner/Managing Director

Link-Lock South Africa Security Gate Company
, Western Cape South Africa
11.2020 - 02.2022
  • Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Conducted performance reviews for employees on a regular basis.
  • Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
  • Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
  • Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
  • Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
  • Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.

Guest Relations Supervisor

Ray Cammick Shows
Phoenix, AZ
02.2017 - 07.2020
  • Maintained accurate records of guest feedback and suggestions.
  • Directed team of guest service representatives to ensure that all inquiries and complaints were handled promptly and professionally.
  • Monitored customer feedback to identify areas for improvement in the customer experience.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies regarding confidentiality of customer information.
  • Resolved escalated customer service issues in a timely manner.
  • Provided guidance and assistance to new guest service employees during onboarding process.
  • Participated in weekly departmental meetings to discuss new developments or changes in processes related to guest services.

Regional Sales Manager

Wild Ace Promotions and Marketing
, Western Cape South Africa
01.2015 - 12.2016
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures related to regional sales operations.
  • Implemented effective territory management techniques across the region.
  • Recruited, trained, coached, mentored, and evaluated a team of regional sales representatives.
  • Provided technical advice and support on product features and benefits to customers.
  • Maintained accurate records of all sales activities including leads generated and closed deals.
  • Generated reports on weekly, monthly, quarterly basis detailing regional sales metrics such as revenue goals achieved or missed targets.
  • Increased revenue generation by collaborating with senior executives to assess regional performance and develop new sales strategies.
  • Led, coached and developed employees to achieve sales goals.

Assistant Sales Manager

Zone Fitness Gym
Rondebosch , Western Cape South Africa
01.2013 - 12.2014
  • Conducted weekly and monthly meetings to review progress against goals and objectives.
  • Provided technical advice or assistance regarding product features or specifications.
  • Resolved escalated customer inquiries or complaints in a timely manner.
  • Developed strategies to increase sales volume and market share.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent customer relations.
  • Managed a team of sales representatives by providing guidance, training, and support.
  • Prepared reports detailing performance metrics such as sales volumes and conversion rates.
  • Trained new sales staff on product knowledge, sales techniques, and company policies.
  • Taught new associates sales tactics and performance improvement techniques.
  • Established action plans for team members and helped each person attain objectives.
  • Developed effective sales team members through highly individualized coaching.
  • Met with team on weekly basis to identify sales opportunities, discuss strategies and execute new promotions.

Education

Mechanical Engineering of Welding/Boilermaking N2/N3 - Welding/Boilermaking

North Link College
Western Cape
11-2012

Skills

  • CDL Class A
  • Snowmobile certified
  • ServeSafe certified
  • Welding/Boilermaking
  • Time Management
  • Leadership
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Resolution
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Supervision and leadership
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude

Accomplishments

  • certificate for working over and beyond and and always meeting expectations

Timeline

Lift Operator Supervisor

Lutsen Mountain Ski Resort
11.2022 - 04.2023

Operations Manager

Millers concessions
04.2022 - Current

Owner/Managing Director

Link-Lock South Africa Security Gate Company
11.2020 - 02.2022

Guest Relations Supervisor

Ray Cammick Shows
02.2017 - 07.2020

Regional Sales Manager

Wild Ace Promotions and Marketing
01.2015 - 12.2016

Assistant Sales Manager

Zone Fitness Gym
01.2013 - 12.2014

Mechanical Engineering of Welding/Boilermaking N2/N3 - Welding/Boilermaking

North Link College
Ryan Gilowey