Hi, I’m
Tina Drake
Business Owner
Knoxville,Tn
The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person who is doing it.
Chinese proverb
Summary
Motivated business professional bringing 7 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.
Creative Business Owner with exceptional background with 20 plus years spent in Fashion and Beauty industry. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams. Passionate about promoting lasting customer satisfaction by delivering quality service and unparalleled support. Proficient in customer service best practices and related options.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Cedar Bluff Nutrition LLC
Business Owner
01.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Coordinated project meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, and documentation of meeting minutes
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability. increased sales by 15% each year.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Prepared and maintained project-related documentation, such as project charters, action plans, and project schedules.
Fresh kale Bath Company LLC
Buisness Owner
01.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Oversee business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Bare Essentials
Area Business Manager
04.2012 - 10.2017
Job overview
- Developed initial sales roadmaps and market strategies to promote successful product launches.
- Visited customer sites to deliver sales presentations and demonstrate products or services.
- Exceeded targets by building, directing, and motivating high-performing sales team.
- Integrated innovative ideas to accomplish corporate and individual objectives.
- Designed modern employee recognition program which boosted productivity and improved morale.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
Victoria Secret
Manager of Operations
01.2008 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Business Manager
Belk
05.2002 - 01.2008
Job overview
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
Education
The University of Tennessee - ChattanoogaChattanooga, TN
No Degree from Buisness
Skills
- Project planning and execution
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Budgeting and financial management
- Team leadership and motivation
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Time management and organization
- Decision-Making
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organization and Time Management
- Planning and Coordination
- Self-Motivated
- Team building
- Sales Strategies
- New Business Development
- Sales Development
- Accounting Management
- Driven and Determined
- Team Leadership
- Coaching and Mentoring
Availability
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Timeline
Business Owner
Cedar Bluff Nutrition LLC
01.2021 - Current
Buisness Owner
Fresh kale Bath Company LLC
01.2017 - Current
Area Business Manager
Bare Essentials
04.2012 - 10.2017
Manager of Operations
Victoria Secret
01.2008 - 01.2009
Belk
Business Manager
05.2002 - 01.2008
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
No Degree from Buisness
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