Simona Dabriskyte
Egg Harbor Township,USA
Summary
Results-oriented retail operations leader with 20 years of experience in managing high-volume, multi-unit environments. Expertise in driving employee engagement, executing business plans, and enforcing compliance to exceed sales and operational targets. Proven skills in workforce planning, inventory control, and financial oversight that enhance margins and reduce shrink. Led initiatives achieving turnover reduction and sales growth while ensuring adherence to corporate standards.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Auditor
Caesars Entertainment
Atlantic City, New Jersey
10.2025 - Current
- Supported full-scope financial, operational, and regulatory compliance audits by performing substantive testing and evaluating internal control adequacy.
- Identified operational discrepancies and risk exposures across diverse revenue centers; collaborated with department managers to clear 100% of open audit findings.
- Reviewed daily cash, safe, and transactional revenue activities across digital and land-based platforms to ensure strict compliance and accurate financial reporting.
- Performed internal compliance audits according to federal, state, and corporate regulations; prepared final evaluation reports for executive leadership.
- Tracked physical and digital inventory movement, identifying process gaps in cash handling and transaction flows to coordinate with personnel on variance follow-up.
- Maintained detailed audit workpapers in strict alignment with corporate compliance and financial guidelines.
General Manager
Wawa
03.2021 - 08.2025
- Exceeded sales budgets by 10-15% and increased category sales up to 200% through targeted promotions and local marketing.
- Managed high-volume retail operations across 4 locations, overseeing teams of up to 90 staff and 7+ managers to ensure operational excellence.
- Ranked #1 regionally and #3 within the organization for key product lines by implementing aggressive merchandising and upselling strategy.
- Successfully reduced employee turnover by 40% by implementing effective training programs and engagement initiatives.
- Elevated customer satisfaction to gold-standard levels (95% and above) across cleanliness, friendliness, speed, and order accuracy.
- Reduced shrink and boosted profit margins through strict inventory controls, waste management, and audit compliance.
- Improved labor efficiency through optimized scheduling, cross-training, and performance management.
- Led a diverse team, fostering a positive work environment that achieved 100% completion of management development goals and 99% associate development, contributing to 30% improvement in employee satisfaction.
- Led district-level initiatives to support new store openings, associate onboarding, and Food Safety Risk Assessment (FSRA) compliance program.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
General Manager in Training and Assistant General Manager
Wawa
, New Jersey
12.2016 - 03.2021
- Increased overall sales by introducing innovative marketing strategies and executing high-impact promotional events aligned with business goals and customer demand.
- Increased brand awareness and foot traffic through planning and executing targeted in-store events aligned with company-wide campaigns.
- Enhanced collaboration across departments by establishing clear communication channels and streamlining cross-functional initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive, inclusive work environment and implementing competitive compensation strategies that aligned with team needs.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous learning by empowering team members through structured training, performance coaching, and leadership development initiatives.
- Supported daily operations, including staffing, scheduling, inventory management, merchandising, and customer experience improvements in a high-volume retail environment.
- Partnered with the General Manager to set performance goals, analyze KPIs, and drive accountability across all departments.
Fresh Food and Customer Service Manager
Wawa
, New Jersey
02.2008 - 12.2016
- Resolved customer complaints, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Resolved customer issues, ensuring timely follow-through to resolution.
- Reduced customer complaints, proactively addressing issues and implementing effective solutions.
- Led team of customer service representatives, and promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Selected as Regional FSE (Food Safety and Efficiency) Trainer to drive consistency and operational excellence across multiple locations.
Food Service Leader and Supervisor
Wawa
, New Jersey
05.2005 - 02.2008
- Trained teammates on customer service and daily food service routines.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked food, drink, and convenience items.
- Coordinated shift tasks and prioritized urgent needs across store departments.
- Addressed customer concerns and delivered friendly service throughout each shift.
- Led food service operations following Wawa food safety and sanitation standards.
VP of Finance
AIESEC
Siauliai, Lithuania
09.2002 - 05.2004
- Developed finance strategy for AIESEC local committee operations and planning to enhance financial performance.
- Managed budgeting, forecasting, and expense control for member entity activities to ensure financial stability.
- Managed budgeting, forecasting, and expense control across member entity activities.
- Oversaw treasury, cash flow, and payment tracking for AIESEC programs.
- Identified and evaluated candidates for recruitment and qualified partner organizations to align with program goals.
- Supported international internship programs by managing student placements and coordinating with host companies abroad.
- Helped deliver large-scale events by organizing and facilitating national and international conferences for up to 300 AIESEC members.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Galloway, NJBS - Business Studies (Accounting)
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Galloway, NJSkills
- Financial Oversight & Shrink Control
- Compliance & Safety Leadership
- Multi-Unit Operations Management
- Sales & Profit Optimization
- Strategic Merchandising
- Change & Project Management
- Talent Development & Coaching
- Team Engagement & Labor Planning
- Customer Service Excellence
- Microsoft Office expertise
- SAP data management
- MicroStrategy reporting
Certification
ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, National Restaurant Association
Accomplishments
- National Team Captain / Elite Athlete | Šiauliai Field Hockey Club & Lithuanian National Team
• High-Stakes Leadership: Appointed National Team Captain for 3 consecutive years, directing team strategy and motivating elite athletes through high-pressure international tournaments.
• Operational Accountability: Fostered strong team cohesion, resilience, and communication protocols to maintain peak performance and achieve strict training and competitive goals.
• Elite Performance: Competed at the highest national and international levels, representing a premier club and demonstrating an unwavering commitment to excellence and disciplined teamwork.
AWARDS
Magna Cum Laude and Program Distinction, Deans List Eight consecutive semesters,,, Golden Key International Honor Society,, Delta Mu Delta Honor Society for Business,, NJSCPA (NJ Society of Certified Public Accountants) Scholarship
Languages
Lithuanian
Native/ Bilingual
Russian
Professional
Timeline
Staff Auditor
Caesars Entertainment
10.2025 - Current
General Manager
Wawa
03.2021 - 08.2025
General Manager in Training and Assistant General Manager
Wawa
12.2016 - 03.2021
Fresh Food and Customer Service Manager
Wawa
02.2008 - 12.2016
Food Service Leader and Supervisor
Wawa
05.2005 - 02.2008
VP of Finance
AIESEC
09.2002 - 05.2004
MBA - Business Administration
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
BS - Business Studies (Accounting)
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey