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Zakery Warren

Waynesville,IL

Summary

Seasoned operations leader with over 15 years of management, entrepreneurial, and military experience. Adept at building effective systems, leading diverse teams, streamlining workflows, and creating lasting community relationships. Driven by a strong personal faith and a heart for service, seeking to bring strategic leadership and operational excellence to ministry work.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

SOKEN FITNESS
Wilmington, NC
04.2020 - 07.2024
  • Spearheaded startup efforts and established operational procedures and workflow plans.
  • Set pricing structures based on market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Negotiated with vendors to manage deliverables, costs, and quality expectations.
  • Built a community-focused business model emphasizing client engagement and service excellence.

Director of Product Management/Operations Manager

Direct Sign Wholesale
Denver, CO
10.2018 - 03.2020
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies through employee scheduling, payroll management, and inventory control.
  • Oversaw project execution, monitoring phase progress and team performance for timely deliverables.
  • Hired and trained new department managers to enhance oversight and productivity.
  • Developed effective business strategies, systems, and procedures to optimize operations.

Aviation Warfare Systems Operator/Helicopter Rescue Swimmer

United States Navy
Jacksonville, Florida
06.2008 - 06.2014
  • Served in elite cadre of Naval Warfare Rescue Swimmers.
  • Spearheaded mission briefs for rescue, counterdrug, and anti-piracy operations.
  • Operated sensors and managed battlespace in hostile environments for SH-60B and SH-60R.
  • Presented briefs and debriefs on tactical deployment for DDG95, HSM 42, and Fifth Fleet.
  • Developed comprehensive syllabi for tracking aircrewmen qualifications, including lessons and evaluations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Video Game Design

Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL
01.2017

Skills

  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Operational process development
  • Team leadership and staff development
  • Facilities and asset management
  • Financial oversight and budgeting
  • Community engagement and volunteerism
  • Crisis management and problem solving
  • Software proficiency: Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Planning Center

Timeline

Owner

SOKEN FITNESS
04.2020 - 07.2024

Director of Product Management/Operations Manager

Direct Sign Wholesale
10.2018 - 03.2020

Aviation Warfare Systems Operator/Helicopter Rescue Swimmer

United States Navy
06.2008 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Science - Video Game Design

Full Sail University

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