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William Wickens

San Diego,CA

Summary

Dynamic entrepreneur with a proven track record in operations management at Aloha Beach Club. Expert in business planning and staff training, I successfully rebranded the company, enhancing community engagement and brand visibility. Skilled in documentation and reporting, I fostered a culture of innovation while ensuring profitability and operational efficiency.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

Billy Builds Studio
2020 - Current
  • Executed design-build projects for diverse clientele, ensuring tailored solutions.
  • Designed and build services for retail, restaurants breweries and creative home environments
  • Executed creative tradeshow booth buildouts to enhance brand visibility.

Co Founder General Manager

Aloha Beach Club
2015 - 2019

Facilitated rebranding initiative from 'Aloha Sunday' to 'Aloha Beach Club' to address trademark concerns.

  • Developed strategic partnerships to enhance brand visibility and community engagement.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Oversaw operations of 15 employees across North Park flagship location, Kailua outpost, and Ala Moana location in Waikiki.
  • Coordinated timely wholesale delivery processes to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Managed international distribution operations in collaboration with showroom in Japan.

Co Founder & General Manager

Aloha Sunday
2011 - 2015
  • Developed and executed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and resource allocation across teams.
  • Established partnerships with local vendors to expand product offerings and improve supply chain efficiency.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities and inform product development decisions.
  • Oversaw financial planning, budgeting, and tracking of expenses to ensure profitability goals were met.
  • Cultivated a positive company culture focused on innovation, sustainability, and community involvement.
  • Networked with other businesses and customers to increase sales opportunities and contacts.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired new staff members and developed training materials for employees.
  • Managed financial operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maintaining profitability during periods of economic uncertainty.

Warehouse Manager

Jedidiah Clothing
2009 - 2011
  • Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Oversaw inventory control processes to enhance stock management and minimize excess.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced order fulfillment accuracy and reduced lead times.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
  • Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.

Education

Bachelor - Business

San Diego Christian College
San Diego
05.2009

High School Diploma -

Santana
Santee, CA
05.2005

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Hiring
  • Business planning
  • Staff training and development
  • Personnel management
  • Staffing

Timeline

Owner/Operator

Billy Builds Studio
2020 - Current

Co Founder General Manager

Aloha Beach Club
2015 - 2019

Co Founder & General Manager

Aloha Sunday
2011 - 2015

Warehouse Manager

Jedidiah Clothing
2009 - 2011

Bachelor - Business

San Diego Christian College

High School Diploma -

Santana