Rebecca Simpson
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Harry Klages
As Director of Operations at The Homegrown Group, Rebecca serves as an important cultural and operational force in the company. She focuses on people, business results and customer experience with great balance. A few traits that impress me most working with Rebecca for the last 5 years… Curiosity and self-development; Rebecca seeks out new ways to evolve as a leader, taking classes and work shops to add new information, skills and tools. More importantly she applies new learnings to her peers and direct reports to bring them along as well. Advocacy and care for her people; Rebecca genuinely practices situational and servant leadership. She takes specific steps to grow her team through individual development plans and succession planning. Rebecca also handles aspects of performance management with respect and urgency. Results and operational technique; Rebecca connects the dots between P&L and financial data and day to day operations. She has delivered consistent year over year improvement in sales and profit. It’s a pleasure to work with someone as committed, caring and productive as Rebecca.
John Wittig
By far, Becca is the most talented operator I’ve partnered with in the last 15 years. Her ability to execute and lead her team in detailed, purposeful, and exacting execution is the gold standard. Becca is deeply committed to the success of the organization, effortlessly balancing the immediate priority with the big picture. Her intelligence and insight at the decision-making table garners respect, trust, and
Harry Klages
As Director of Operations at The Homegrown Group, Rebecca serves as an important cultural and operational force in the company. She focuses on people, business results and customer experience with great balance. A few traits that impress me most working with Rebecca for the last 5 years… Curiosity and self-development; Rebecca seeks out new ways to evolve as a leader, taking classes and work shops to add new information, skills and tools. More importantly she applies new learnings to her peers and direct reports to bring them along as well. Advocacy and care for her people; Rebecca genuinely practices situational and servant leadership. She takes specific steps to grow her team through individual development plans and succession planning. Rebecca also handles aspects of performance management with respect and urgency. Results and operational technique; Rebecca connects the dots between P&L and financial data and day to day operations. She has delivered consistent year over year improvement in sales and profit. It’s a pleasure to work with someone as committed, caring and productive as Rebecca.
John Wittig
By far, Becca is the most talented operator I’ve partnered with in the last 15 years. Her ability to execute and lead her team in detailed, purposeful, and exacting execution is the gold standard. Becca is deeply committed to the success of the organization, effortlessly balancing the immediate priority with the big picture. Her intelligence and insight at the decision-making table garners respect, trust, and
Harry Klages
As Director of Operations at The Homegrown Group, Rebecca serves as an important cultural and operational force in the company. She focuses on people, business results and customer experience with great balance. A few traits that impress me most working with Rebecca for the last 5 years… Curiosity and self-development; Rebecca seeks out new ways to evolve as a leader, taking classes and work shops to add new information, skills and tools. More importantly she applies new learnings to her peers and direct reports to bring them along as well. Advocacy and care for her people; Rebecca genuinely practices situational and servant leadership. She takes specific steps to grow her team through individual development plans and succession planning. Rebecca also handles aspects of performance management with respect and urgency. Results and operational technique; Rebecca connects the dots between P&L and financial data and day to day operations. She has delivered consistent year over year improvement in sales and profit. It’s a pleasure to work with someone as committed, caring and productive as Rebecca.
John Wittig
By far, Becca is the most talented operator I’ve partnered with in the last 15 years. Her ability to execute and lead her team in detailed, purposeful, and exacting execution is the gold standard. Becca is deeply committed to the success of the organization, effortlessly balancing the immediate priority with the big picture. Her intelligence and insight at the decision-making table garners respect, trust, and
Harry Klages
As Director of Operations at The Homegrown Group, Rebecca serves as an important cultural and operational force in the company. She focuses on people, business results and customer experience with great balance. A few traits that impress me most working with Rebecca for the last 5 years… Curiosity and self-development; Rebecca seeks out new ways to evolve as a leader, taking classes and work shops to add new information, skills and tools. More importantly she applies new learnings to her peers and direct reports to bring them along as well. Advocacy and care for her people; Rebecca genuinely practices situational and servant leadership. She takes specific steps to grow her team through individual development plans and succession planning. Rebecca also handles aspects of performance management with respect and urgency. Results and operational technique; Rebecca connects the dots between P&L and financial data and day to day operations. She has delivered consistent year over year improvement in sales and profit. It’s a pleasure to work with someone as committed, caring and productive as Rebecca.
John Wittig
By far, Becca is the most talented operator I’ve partnered with in the last 15 years. Her ability to execute and lead her team in detailed, purposeful, and exacting execution is the gold standard. Becca is deeply committed to the success of the organization, effortlessly balancing the immediate priority with the big picture. Her intelligence and insight at the decision-making table garners respect, trust, and
Credentials
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LifeLabs Learning L&D Pro
LifeLabs LearningMay, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE
Green River CollegeMar, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
SUPERVISOR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM (SCP)
Green River CollegeFeb, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Situational Leadership & Emotional Intelligence
The Center for Leadership StudiesJan, 2017- Oct, 2024
Experience
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The Homegrown Group
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United States
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Food & Beverages
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director Of Operations
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Dec 2014 - Present
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Senior Regional General Manager
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May 2014 - Present
Responsible for managing a growing region of 7 stores and expanding! I partner with marketing, finance and development teams to grow retail revenues in new and existing stores and meet financial goals. My role supports corporate product, sales initiatives, and develops a team of leaders who support company culture. I have direct oversight of retail operations; including general managers, catering coordinators, and the regional catering coordinator. I have worked directly with new store development and opened two new retail locations in 2014. Show less
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Nordstrom
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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SE Regional Specialty Coffee Manager & Trainer
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Mar 2011 - Apr 2014
Managed 12 units throughout Florida and Georgia with sales volume of 6.5 million dollars. Recruit, hire, and develop managers and assistants to successfully run unit operations. My objective was to mentor and teach financial control, employee management, and instill Nordstrom core values in all leaders. Acted as a liaison between full line retail store and partnered with various departments for a successful business. Achieved number one comp sales increase in 2011, 2012, and 2013.• Wrote budgets annually for the upcoming fiscal year based on corporate targets• Successfully project managed two specialty coffee bar renovations• Contributed to the creation and development of new training materials for all managers Show less
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Specialty Coffee Manager
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Jun 2010 - Mar 2011
Managed a team of 15 baristas, three prep cooks and two assistant managers. I successfully managed over 1 million in sales volume and demonstrated financial control in all areas. My role also included a detailed partnership with full line store to grow my business, and with other unit managers for idea sharing.• Educated employees on fair trade coffee in addition to the multitude of varieties • Sought better ways to improve existing operating systems such as waste logs, side work, and inventory• Reviewed all profit & loss statements on a weekly basis and took action to control expenses• Created fun team building activities to engage staff in up-selling to meet sales targets• Promoted to a regional manager after consistently achieving targets throughout 9 month period Show less
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Specialty Coffee Manager, Regional Trainer
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Mar 2006 - Jun 2010
Managed and mentored 10 baristas and two assistants managers. I drove consistent comp sales increases and total volume over $850K. Hired, trained, and developed a strong team to deliver exceptional service and quality product. • Recruited and hired two assistant managers and developed their skill set, both were promoted to manage their own units• Trained and mentored regional manager for SE • Controlled labor costs based on sales trends• Awarded Department of the Month – Feb 2009 Show less
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Sassafras Coffeehouse & Cafe
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United States
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Food and Beverage Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Cafe Manager
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Sep 2003 - Dec 2005
Managed a small coffeehouse and café with sales volume of $200K. I was responsible for all daily activities including; scheduling, training, food prep and cooking, menu development, purchasing, and payroll. • Developed team of 5 baristas and cross trained into kitchen prep • Partnered with local artists and took part in First Friday Art Walk Reception • Effectively communicated to build relationships with surrounding businesses Managed a small coffeehouse and café with sales volume of $200K. I was responsible for all daily activities including; scheduling, training, food prep and cooking, menu development, purchasing, and payroll. • Developed team of 5 baristas and cross trained into kitchen prep • Partnered with local artists and took part in First Friday Art Walk Reception • Effectively communicated to build relationships with surrounding businesses
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Education
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2019 - 2020
University of Washington - Michael G. Foster School of Business
Certificate, Executive Development Program -
2003 - 2005
University of Alaska Anchorage
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism & Public Communication - Focus in Advertising -
2000 - 2003
University of Oregon
General Studies
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