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Des Moines, IA, US

Ankeny, Iowa, US

• Develop and maintain market optimization plan within designated territories (5 DMAs: Joplin, MO-Pittsburg, KS, Columbia-Jefferson City, MO, Springfield, MO, Kansas City, MO, St. Joe, MO).
• Conduct SWOT analysis of NTI (new to industry) opportunities through analytical platforms, store-level data, comparable stores and other variables correlated to performance.
• Interpret city, county, and state code requirements to ensure development ability.
• Cultivate relationships with brokers, developers, economic development groups and municipalities.
• Negotiate contractual terms with potential sellers, developers, neighbors, cities, etc.
• Present market growth plans and site opportunities to senior leadership through site tours and Real Estate Committee.

Ankeny, Iowa, US

• Responsible for the performance and development of my team (1 direct report)
• Work cross-functionally to create business cases and financial models (ROIC) to evaluate continuous improvement opportunities focused on driving operational efficiencies (use Lean Six Sigma/DMAIC framework)
• Provide financial support (periodic variance analyses) to 24 non-store cost center owners and ~2,650 field employees (4 District VPs, 26 Regional Directors, 220 District Managers, and 2,400 Store Managers)
• Worked with Axsium/ADP to rewrite the labor algorithm (updated the logic to reflect seasonality, holiday sales shifts, and the pandemic disruption)

Ankeny, Iowa, US

• Partnered with senior leaders to develop the annual operating plan, monthly forecasts, and long-term strategic plans

Ankeny, Iowa, US

• Identified unprofitable fringe hours and recommended new store operating hours (modified hours in ~1,300 stores, cut ~30k labor hours/week, improved EBITDA +$200k/week)
• Ensured accuracy of existing labor standards in Opus (detected and corrected several material errors)
• Ad hoc projects & requests: supported the Operational Excellence Team with timely analyses with clear recommendations to facilitate more data driven decisions (i.e. shifting to 1 TM during overnight hours, minimum wage.

• Designed the company logo and crafted the mission statement
• Led the planning, budgeting, and design of initial construction project -Completed variance analyses (budget vs. quote vs. actuals)
• Responsible for all home selections (cabinetry, flooring, plumbing, paint, and interior finishes) -Researched design trends (transitional, organic modern, etc.) to appeal to buyers -Sourced quality materials at.
• Tracked and maintained pristine records (budget, expense log, construction loan draw schedule, subcontractor contact list, bid log, project timeline (Gantt chart), design mood boards, product spec sheets)
• Produced promotional drone footage to drive social media engagement and brand awareness across various platforms
• Managed project development from beginning to end, coordinated with business partners to meet all deadlines, and oversaw resolution of any construction issues

St. Louis, MO, US

• Start Date = September 2020
• Lead the parts pricing model creation and management
• Develop automated pricing tools to drive efficiency and speed during the quoting process
• Improve data analytics and data integrity

St. Louis, MO, US

• EAST REGION (Early Retirement) ~$30M in annual sales, 9 service sites March 2020-Present TEXAS REGION (Short-Term Disability) ~$50M in annual sales, 6 service sites November 2019-December 2019
• Book monthly journal entries, reconcile discrepancies, provide variance analysis, and report actuals
• Develop a monthly POR (President’s Operating Report/forecast) plan by working with the regional management team (including analysis of sales and operating profit by site and KOB (kind of business))
• Support inventory planning (“just in time” implementation to reduce inventory and improve ITO)

St. Louis, MO, US

• Complete ad hoc analysis to drive decision making to improve profitability and predictability of the business oFinancial modeling (via Excel (pivots, lookups, arrays, and macros) oData mining (SQL, Access, Noetix.
• Serve as a member of Corporate’s Intelligent Automation Team [working towards mastery of Blue Prism, Power BI, Power Query, and Power Automate] oAutomated the monthly POR presentation packet (annual time savings = 48.
• Handpicked for the NA Parts Critical Action Team [a small, focused team of subject matter experts charged with developing a $10M parts growth plan in year one]
• Provide financial support in preparation of 2020 Neovia (3rd Party Logistics Provider)/Emerson contract renegotiation
• Selected for the Parts Warehouse Transition Team [assess the viability of moving the Parts Warehouse from Cincinnati, OH to Sherman, TX]
• Chosen to participate on the NA Flow Controls Monthly Close Cycle Process Improvement Team [end-to-end review of the close process, targeting inefficiencies]

St. Louis, MO, US

• Booked all standard monthly and recurring journal entries for a ~$60M business segment
• Reconciled account discrepancies to ensure accurate financials
• Prepared the annual budget and develop monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts for the business segment
• Loaded actuals and forecasts into Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) system
• Adjusted forecasts based on actuals and provide guidance to cause of variance
• Presented monthly POR data and KPI results to the executive management team

St. Louis, MO, US

• Collaborated with WA Finance Directors to prepare exhibits, reports, and presentations in preparation for Emerson and Emerson Automation Solutions’ reviews (Financial Review, Profit Review, President’s Council, etc.)
• Consolidated, reported, and analyzed orders, destination sales, OIOD and headcount on a periodic basis (global POR)
• Assisted in managing the Worldwide Central Staff (WWCS) Business Unit (~$120M expenditures)
• Advised 110 WWCS cost center managers (17 departments) on key financial performance indicators
• Worked with HR teams to track salaried, hourly, contractor, temp, and placeholder headcount
• Identified and implemented process improvements (OBIEE/Dept. Exp. Dashboard, VBA macros, report automation)

Siloam Springs, Arkansas, US

• Oversaw and directed marketing efforts related to our largest and most profitable line (Everyday Counter Cards - $13M+ annual sales)
• Used statistical analysis to manage the performance of the model line (921 active items)
• Adjusted the monthly and annual forecasts based on demand changes of our retailers, consumers, and licensees
• Analyzed historical sales data and extrapolated consumer trends for 24 months in the future
• Conducted and analyzed consumer research to understand our customer base (market research, focus groups, surveys)
• Collaborated with the Art Director and Editorial Director on concept direction

Lake Forest, Illinois, US

• Ensured accurate and timely reporting of key performance indicators: productivity, yield, on time delivery, R&A
• Worked with the Controller to establish a weekly forecast and interpret variances at month end
• Contributed to month end/close tasks (responsible for 50% of the journal entries)
• Assessed the credit risk and profitability of potential customers
• Oversaw accounts payable and accounts receivable (97% current, highest in the division)
• Reviewed and transmitted weekly payroll files

• Participated in financial audits in a variety of industries, solely responsible for testing cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory areas for accuracy
• Prepared and filed individual, corporate, and trust returns

• Mentored and advised pre-business majors (solely responsible for twenty-four mentees)
• Designed, developed, and deployed professional development programs; ABC’s for Success

St Ann, Missouri, US

• Received in-depth training in store management and operations, product procurement, merchandising, distribution operations, market analysis and store design
• Researched the Store Associate Training Program (SATP) and presented an improvement plan to senior management

Lake Buena Vista, Florida, US

• Completed the Disney Exploration Series, a lecture series outlining Disney’s marketing strategies
• Served as a Cast Member; interacting and entertaining up to 250 guests, while reinforcing the Disney brand
• Received awards for going above and beyond including Cast Member of the Day and 4 Fantastic Cards

• Entered orders, completed invoices, and generated packing lists
• Reviewed and audited the company’s documents to find internal control discrepancies
• Designed and launched an online C-TPAT (Customs – Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) Training Program viewed globally by thousands of employees

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Finance And Management

Continuing Education: Adobe Illustrator

Bachelor'S Degree, Accounting And Marketing