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As an executive team member, provides strategic direction and support across operations, risk management, and compliance functions. Streamlines operations and increases efficiency to improve the financial health of the organization. Selected for leadership roles, with increasing responsibility throughout tenure.* Secured $625,000 in Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERC) by partnering with external accounting firm.* Completed in-depth analysis of risks to control company profile, enhance systems and improve security.* Created and deployed initiatives to outperform revenue targets and increase company value.* Analyzed operational issues and implemented corrective action to maximize profits.

Kingsport, Tennessee, United States

Provided direct leadership and coordination of activities of retail sales workers in an establishment or department. Govern all corporate operations and management functions, such as purchasing, budgeting, accounting, and personnel work, in addition to supervisory duties.* Improved operational productivity 25% and increased team performance by establishing and re-designing the employee review process and establishing a performance-based incentive program for team members.* Secured $326,000 for staff payroll by successfully applying for PPP funds and getting 100% of the funds forgiven. Successfully navigated through the pandemic without laying off staff or reducing hours. * Evaluated staff performance and make recommendations for pay increases, hiring, terminations and other personnel actions.

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Served as Internal Operations Partner and a key resource for DVP/SVP to assist with operations in low-performing stores and regions enforcing company standards, ensuring consistent execution of Aaron's programs and integrating newly acquired teams to the corporate structure. Continuously, promoted to multiple positions where my feedback was invaluable and business decisions were made based on my reporting.* Expertly renegotiated terms with a minor league baseball team the Aberdeen IronBirds saving the company $25K annually from prior contract. * Successfully trained 8 General Managers during leadership tenure in a multi-unit position. * Identified and eliminated the root cause of unsuccessful processes and trained staff on how to execute properly.

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Atlanta Metropolitan Area