Experience

Aetrex, Inc.

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Market Manager - Southwest

  • Feb 2022 - Present

  Denver, Colorado, United States • Tasked with territory expansion of foot scanner technology in California, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado • Succeeded in incremental sell-thru of orthotics programs from continuous training • Training retail staff and product development labs across 6 states • Maintaining proper functionality of technology for over 100 locations •Highest number of orthotics sold at an event: 302 in 3 days



Merrell

• United States
• Retail
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Multi-Unit Store Manager

  • May 2019 - Jan 2022

  Greater Denver Area • Acquired to run both the outlet and specialty store and restore achievement of KPIs, building out entirely new teams of high-performing staff that were imperative to boosting sales and customer service ratings. • Transformed the outlet location into a million-dollar revenue store, upholding a 30% metric for sales over tracking (SOT) and allowing for the financial bandwidth to recruit and hire more keyholders. • Championed dynamic leadership and the provision of professional development… Show more • Acquired to run both the outlet and specialty store and restore achievement of KPIs, building out entirely new teams of high-performing staff that were imperative to boosting sales and customer service ratings. • Transformed the outlet location into a million-dollar revenue store, upholding a 30% metric for sales over tracking (SOT) and allowing for the financial bandwidth to recruit and hire more keyholders. • Championed dynamic leadership and the provision of professional development opportunities to guide staff in exceeding expectational milestones and position employees for career progression and promotions. • Partnered directly with the visual merchandiser to devise tactics for creating a brand and product story, reinforcing intentionality behind product placement and selling to engage consumers on a deeper level. • Focused on developing initiatives for obtaining higher conversion rates and delivering a personalized shopping experience, enhancing services to learn client background and assist in exposing potential. • Navigated critical situations by identifying areas for payroll and staffing cuts, executing on tough yet critical decisions that sustained the overall health of the brand and allowed for growth in the future. Show less



Idlewilde Properties

• Operations Manager

  • Oct 2017 - May 2019

  Estes Park, CO • Showcased robust project and operations management to oversee 14 different rental properties and two Air BnBs, promptly responding to maintenance requests, client inquiries, and general upkeep to avoid profit loss. • Sourced a regional staff to assist with on-site repairs, installations, and emergency property issues to quickly constrain problems and achieve faster resolution turnaround times. • Vetted and hired additional management staff to take over operations and relieve owners of… Show more • Showcased robust project and operations management to oversee 14 different rental properties and two Air BnBs, promptly responding to maintenance requests, client inquiries, and general upkeep to avoid profit loss. • Sourced a regional staff to assist with on-site repairs, installations, and emergency property issues to quickly constrain problems and achieve faster resolution turnaround times. • Vetted and hired additional management staff to take over operations and relieve owners of extensive duties, recruiting top-performing candidates to maintain all properties within enterprise standards. • Fulfilled a vast range of duties including property and team management, client services, and community partnerships to cover the individual needs of each unit, enhance the customer service experience, drive booking rates, and maximize productivity across all staff. Show less



Johnson County, KS Government

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• 50 Plus Program Coordinator- Overland Park

  • Nov 2016 - Oct 2017

  Overland Park, Kansas • Oversaw the facilitation of 40 continuous, grant-funded programs for senior residents across five separate centers, coordinating ten special events – including sports tournaments, Veterans Day celebrations, Art Gallery shows, and exercise classes – to increase accessibility to recreation within the elderly community. • Demonstrated adept leadership, effectively managing a team of nine employees and 20 contracted staff, developing skillsets by teaching classes covering painting, home… Show more • Oversaw the facilitation of 40 continuous, grant-funded programs for senior residents across five separate centers, coordinating ten special events – including sports tournaments, Veterans Day celebrations, Art Gallery shows, and exercise classes – to increase accessibility to recreation within the elderly community. • Demonstrated adept leadership, effectively managing a team of nine employees and 20 contracted staff, developing skillsets by teaching classes covering painting, home renovation, dancing, and exercise to a diverse resident population. • Secured consistent grant funding by drafting proposals and robust community partnerships, specifically following up with the Arthritis Association to fund a program that aids the established cause. • Cultivated and rebuilt contracts and relationships with satellite facilities across three cities to achieve budget goals, presenting reports of program occupancy and impacts to obtain financial support. Show less



L.L.Bean

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Outdoor Discovery School Manager/ Store Merchandising Manager

  • Dec 2015 - Nov 2016

  Leawood, Kansas • Spearheaded the development and upkeep for the new Leawood store social media accounting, authoring educational guides for operating Hootsuite, Twitter, and Meetup to maximize online brand strategy impact. • Directed the complete store opening, training a staff of 50 stemming from a completely different product line in item assortment, strategic selling, and equipment assembly to ensure seamless daily operations. • Pioneered the outdoor education program, recruiting and training the… Show more • Spearheaded the development and upkeep for the new Leawood store social media accounting, authoring educational guides for operating Hootsuite, Twitter, and Meetup to maximize online brand strategy impact. • Directed the complete store opening, training a staff of 50 stemming from a completely different product line in item assortment, strategic selling, and equipment assembly to ensure seamless daily operations. • Pioneered the outdoor education program, recruiting and training the first program guides to lead in-store clinics, demos, and on-site kayaking, fly fishing, and stand-up paddle boarding. • Collaborated closely with three external Parks departments to host community events, offering additional opportunities to participate in demos, clinics, and outdoor activities while increasing brand awareness. Show less



Moosejaw Mountaineering

• United States
• Retail
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Assistant Manager/ Group Business

  • Jul 2012 - Dec 2015

  Kansas City, Missouri, United States • Recruited to open the fully operational retail location, extensively training over 25 staff in merchandising and customer engagement strategies to establish a foundation of long-term product and fiscal success. • Operated as the community marketing manager, connecting with outdoor organizations and leveraging the partnership to significantly heighten customer traffic from 60K to 130K and revenue from $1.2M to $1.7M. • Applied knowledge of high-quality outdoor brands like The North Face… Show more • Recruited to open the fully operational retail location, extensively training over 25 staff in merchandising and customer engagement strategies to establish a foundation of long-term product and fiscal success. • Operated as the community marketing manager, connecting with outdoor organizations and leveraging the partnership to significantly heighten customer traffic from 60K to 130K and revenue from $1.2M to $1.7M. • Applied knowledge of high-quality outdoor brands like The North Face to effectively sell based on individual customer needs, assessing client lifestyle to determine appropriate suggestions and recommendations. • Facilitated promotional events in and outside of the store location, devising marketing strategies that bolstered brand awareness, client engagement, and in-store traffic that drove revenue growth. Show less



epagaFOTO

• United States
• Photography
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Assistant Photographer

  • Mar 2010 - Sep 2015

  Kansas City, Missouri, United States • Assisted Lead photographer with destination weddings, portrait shoots, and engagement sessions. • Learned the use of multiple lighting setups and editing techniques for studio, landscape, and city/night sessions



Windermere Baptist Conference Center

• United States
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Ropes Course Facilitator/Cave Guide

  • Mar 2010 - Jul 2012

  • Trained in high/low element team-building (corporate, spiritual, emotional) facilitation of up to 150 people at once and specialized in meditative vision casting while exploring Missouri caves • Ropes Course operations of high elements and safety trained. Maintenance of high structures and creation of new low elements



Living Waters Canoe Ministry

• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Lead Guide/Community & Marketing Director

  • Mar 2010 - Mar 2012

  • Led family-friendly canoe trips on the Lower Big Niangua • Branding rebuild of website pathways, direct marketing materials, and staff training structure • First paid employee for non-profit, hired three employees and organized volunteer logistics



Target

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Executive Team Leader

  • Aug 2008 - Mar 2010

  Lawrence, Kansas Area Softlines • Managed four direct reports and 20 employees in Brand Merchandising transitions for Softlines department and store pricing team operations • Led the “Fast Fun and Friendly” team culture • First in district for payroll hours, transitions and brand communications