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East Coast

Effectively manage 30 locations covering the East Coast of the United States.Currently running the top region in the company for sales and profitability. Hire,train, and developed field management teams for all locations. Managed P&L statements, controlled shrink, and achieved minimal inventory loss and maximize bottom line profit. Delivered and developed business strategies. Developed photography strategies and focuses for the company.Manage Human Resource, payroll, and operational needs for the East Coast region.

Effectively managed 18 locations, covering seven states and Canada Hired, trained, and developed store management teams for all locations and achieved one of the lowest turnover rates in the company Achieved the Top Performing District status for the entire company in 2007 & 2008 Recognized as the #1 District in the company for customer satisfaction for 3 yrs (2008- 2010) District achieved the highest ADS and UPT metrics in the company Managed P&L statements, controlled shrink, and achieved minimal inventory loss Developed two managers, one for multi-unit management position and one for national trainer position Delivered and developed business strategies as the district manager representative Acted as a corporate "test" district for new company projects and programs

Supervised six retail cellular phone locations in New England Managed all aspects of the business: profit and loss, inventory ordering, and inventory control Acted as the primary buyer for all cellular accessories and cellular phones offered at all retail locations Managed all marketing efforts with local newspapers, TV, e-mail, direct mail, store signage, and customer support materials Hired, trained, and coached associates for all locations Developed company business plans Negotiated contracts with Sprint and NextelThe Picture People 1996 ­ 2002

Studio Manager for corporate "model" studio Opened store locations in new markets with responsibility of hiring and training managers and staff in the East Coast region Restructured stores in underperforming districts throughout the company