Seasoned Small Business Owner with 7 years of experience in operations management, business strategy and financial management. Demonstrated success in capitalizing on new trends and technologies to drive business development initiatives and achieve sales goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shop Owner
Tri-Star Skate Shop
CLEVELAND, OH
02.2018 - Current
Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase sales.
Created a customer loyalty program to reward repeat customers.
Trained and managed shop staff, including delegating tasks and scheduling shifts.
Maintained inventory levels by ordering stock as needed.
Processed payments, calculated taxes, and prepared invoices for customers.
Planned in-store displays to attract shoppers and promote products.
Organized special events such as promotional days or discounts to boost sales.
Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
Researched industry trends to stay current on market changes.
Analyzed sales data to identify opportunities for growth.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations in the shop environment.
Managed employee schedules and assigned tasks and responsibilities to employees.
Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
Teacher
St. Patrick Elementary School
Kent, OH
07.2015 - 06.2019
Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
Prepared weekly newsletters for parents outlining upcoming assignments or events at school.
Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
Education
Master of Arts - Teacher Education
Kent State University
Kent, OH
12-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
05-2002
Skills
Customer Service Expertise
Business Operations
Employee Scheduling
Community Engagement
Affiliations
Health and Fitness
Philanthropy
Gardening
Travel
Sailing
Accomplishments
Co Founder of Walk For Babies Non Profit to support Akron Children's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. 2006-2020
Certification
Early Childhood Education License
Timeline
Shop Owner
Tri-Star Skate Shop
02.2018 - Current
Teacher
St. Patrick Elementary School
07.2015 - 06.2019
Master of Arts - Teacher Education
Kent State University
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
San Diego State University
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