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Trent White-VanValkenburg

Plattsburgh,NY

Summary

Versatile and achievement-oriented professional with a robust background in small business operations and customer relations, notably at Vanmans Property Service. Excelled in business management and team oversight, enhancing client satisfaction and operational efficiency. Demonstrated exceptional negotiation and communication skills, driving brand growth and fostering lasting relationships.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Della Kia
02.2025 - Current
  • Assisted customers in product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to answer inquiries and resolve issues efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain store presentation.
  • Implemented inventory management practices, ensuring stock levels met customer demand.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify trends and improve service delivery strategies.
  • Established rapport with clients, fostering long-term relationships for repeat business opportunities.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.

Owner

Vanmans Property Service
04.2023 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.

Sanitation Driver

Thorn Ridge Sanitation
04.2021 - Current
  • Drove trucks along established routes, through residential streets and alleys and business and industrial areas.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when covering different routes as needed, maintaining high levels of performance regardless of unfamiliar territory.
  • Increased productivity by completing assigned routes within specified timeframes despite weather or road conditions challenges.
  • Worked closely with supervisors to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.

Food Service Worker

Panera Bread
12.2016 - 02.2021
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.

Education

High School Diploma -

Peru SHC
Peru, NY
06-2019

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Client service
  • Business management
  • Business planning
  • Team oversight
  • Negotiation

Timeline

Sales Associate

Della Kia
02.2025 - Current

Owner

Vanmans Property Service
04.2023 - Current

Sanitation Driver

Thorn Ridge Sanitation
04.2021 - Current

Food Service Worker

Panera Bread
12.2016 - 02.2021

High School Diploma -

Peru SHC