Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
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Tommy Lyons

Lewis Center,OH

Summary

Strategic and results-driven business leader with 20+ years of progressive experience driving operational excellence, multi-unit management, and people development across retail, real estate, and e-commerce. Recognized for transforming underperforming operations, strengthening leadership pipelines, and delivering measurable business outcomes through culture-focused, data-informed decision-making. Adept at leading distributed teams, optimizing processes, and fostering collaboration in both in-person and remote environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Store Director

Target Corporation
09.2019 - 01.2024
  • Directed operations for three high-volume retail locations generating over $50M annually, leading 4–6 executive leaders and 200+ employees.
  • Improved retention and engagement by implementing new recognition programs and leadership development frameworks.
  • Increased comp sales year over year through data-driven planning and operational execution.
  • Recognized for advancing multiple leaders into executive and store director roles.

Executive Team Leader & District Trainer

Target Corporation
08.2015 - 09.2019
  • Oversaw two store locations while supporting 4–6 additional sites with onboarding, training, and operational execution.
  • Served as District Trainer for leadership onboarding, developing 80–90% of new Executive Team Leaders across multiple districts.
  • Reduced turnover by up to 40%, improving retention and accountability through restructured processes and coaching.

Campus Recruiter

Target Corporation
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Led university recruitment and intern development programs across Central Ohio.
  • Managed four Executive Interns, several advancing into executive positions post-graduation.
  • Represented Target at university events, improving candidate engagement and employer brand awareness.

Realtor & Amazon Seller Manager

Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty / Independent
01.2024 - Current
  • Guide clients through real estate transactions with a focus on education and trust-building.
  • Manage e-commerce operations including product sourcing, listing optimization, and fulfillment.
  • Expand digital income channels through affiliate marketing and dropshipping initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Franklin University
Columbus, OH
01.2016

Skills

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Operational Excellence
  • Talent Development
  • Business Transformation
  • Multi-Site Management
  • Process Optimization

  • Workforce Planning
  • Change Management
  • E-Commerce Operations
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Client relations
  • Contract negotiation

Accomplishments

  • Increased sales by 10% by coaching department managers on new merchandising standards.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

  • Licensed Realtor, State of Ohio
  • Certified Leadership Development Trainer (Target)
  • Workday
  • Amazon Seller Central
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Workspace
  • CRM Systems
  • Social Media Marketing

Languages

English

Timeline

Realtor & Amazon Seller Manager

Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty / Independent
01.2024 - Current

Store Director

Target Corporation
09.2019 - 01.2024

Campus Recruiter

Target Corporation
08.2017 - 08.2018

Executive Team Leader & District Trainer

Target Corporation
08.2015 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Franklin University
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