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Sommer Cotten

Wurtland,KY

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record, adept in operations management and team leadership. Excelled in driving financial stability and fostering high employee satisfaction through strategic planning and effective problem resolution. Skilled in cultivating partnerships and maximizing efficiency, contributing to significant business growth.

Overview

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Work History

General Manager

Pilot Travel Centers
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.

Project Manager

Pilot Travel Centers
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rose Hill Christian School
Ashland
05-2004

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem Resolution
  • Operations Management
  • Team Player
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Team Leadership
  • Training and Development
  • Inventory Control
  • Employee Scheduling
  • P&L Management
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Vendor relationships
  • Recruitment
  • Expense Control

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Manager certified 01/2022-01/2027

Timeline

  • ServSafe Food Manager certified 01/2022-01/2027

General Manager

Pilot Travel Centers

Project Manager

Pilot Travel Centers

High School Diploma -

Rose Hill Christian School
Sommer Cotten