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Vanessa Lumpkin

Picayune,MS

Summary

Customer-oriented General Manager with 2 years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

United Fitness Partners
05.2021 - Current
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • 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.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions.
  • Provided strategic oversight of marketing and promotional campaigns to keep campaigns aligned with overall goals and objectives.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.


Personal Assistant

United States Army
08.2007 - 01.2016
  • Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
  • Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
  • Provided general administrative support including scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements and managing documentation.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
  • Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments, and arranging transportation.
  • Attended meetings, took notes and tracked action items.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS
05.2020

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Budget Administration
  • Cross-Functional Team Management
  • Staff Training
  • Profit and Loss Accountability
  • Salary Structure
  • Facility Management
  • Budgeting and Cost Control Strategies
  • Organizational Restructure and Change
  • Data Review
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Safety Protocols
  • Client Relations

Timeline

General Manager

United Fitness Partners
05.2021 - Current

Personal Assistant

United States Army
08.2007 - 01.2016

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Pearl River Community College
Vanessa Lumpkin