Travis Van Deventer
South Daytona,FL
Summary
Results-driven retail manager with a proven track record at Sunglass Hut - Luxottica, excelling in operations and customer service. Successfully surpassed sales goals through strategic leadership and effective staff development. Core competencies include scheduling, recruitment, and a meticulous focus on operational excellence. Committed to driving business success through upselling and cross-selling techniques.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Retail Store Manager
Sunglass Hut - Luxottica
Daytona Beach, FL
03.2020 - 02.2025
- Taught junior employees proactive strategies to meet operational and sales goals.
- Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
- Supervised daily operations of the retail store, including staff scheduling, inventory management and customer service.
- Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.
Foreman/Supervisor
Jamie's Tree Service
Daytona Beach, FL
03.2014 - 11.2017
- Created long-term relationships with clients
- Accurately quoted prices and contracted job
- Climbed tree's to prune limbs or remove
- Maintained, installed and removed landscaping
Owner/Operator
Action Arborists Inc
Port Orange, FL
06.2007 - 02.2014
- Met customers needs, made recommendations, increased return customers, used effective problem solving
- Cleaned, maintained and safely operate tools/equipment
- Nourished, fertilized, pruned limbs and removed trees
- Analyzed and identified plant diseases and infestations
Sales
Wireless Wizard
South Daytona, FL
10.2009 - 04.2010
- Helped customers meet their needs selling AT&T wireless products
Stump Grinder
All Around Services Inc.
Volusia County, FL
01.2006 - 05.2007
- Operated and maintained stump grinder
- Quoted prices and contracted jobs
Timeshare Sales/Licensed Residential Real Estate Agent
Club Navigo
Daytona Beach, FL
03.2003 - 12.2005
- Negotiated contracts and coordinate with lenders, attorneys and inspectors.
- Prepared and explained financial requirements for buyers
Marketing Manager/Consultant
Spinnaker Resorts
Daytona Beach, FL
10.2003 - 12.2004
- Managed Outbound telemarketing office
- Operated 5 resorts in house tour program
- Traveled the Eastern United States to trade shows and festivals to generate new leads
Aviation Ordnance Technician
USMC
MCAS Cherry Point, United States
07.1997 - 04.2000
- Specialized on AV-8-B Harrier VMA-231
- Troubleshot malfunctions in aircraft armament systems to determine corrective action needed.
- Maintained airborne weapons, aircraft guns and targets and operated magazine sprinkler systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Daytona State College
New Smyrna Beach, FL01.1998
Skills
- Retail operations
- Exceptional customer service
- Exceeds sales goals
- Scheduling
- Staff recruitment
- Upselling and cross selling
- Dependable and reliable
- Detail-oriented
Certification
Real Estate License, 03/01/03, 12/31/07
Military Service
USMC, United States, lance corporal, 07/01/97, 04/30/00, Aviation Ordnance technician specialized on AV-8-B Harrier VMA-231 MCAS Cherry Point, NC
Timeline
Retail Store Manager
Sunglass Hut - Luxottica
03.2020 - 02.2025
Foreman/Supervisor
Jamie's Tree Service
03.2014 - 11.2017
Sales
Wireless Wizard
10.2009 - 04.2010
Owner/Operator
Action Arborists Inc
06.2007 - 02.2014
Stump Grinder
All Around Services Inc.
01.2006 - 05.2007
Marketing Manager/Consultant
Spinnaker Resorts
10.2003 - 12.2004
Timeshare Sales/Licensed Residential Real Estate Agent
Club Navigo
03.2003 - 12.2005
Aviation Ordnance Technician
USMC
07.1997 - 04.2000
High School Diploma -
Daytona State College
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