Michael Rooks

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Executive Director of Gateway Development @ Gateway Development Corp
blair, nebraska, united states
Michael Rooks's Location
Papillion, Nebraska, United States, United States
About Michael Rooks

"Find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work a day in your life.”― Mark TwainExecutive Director, Corporate Trainer, and Store Manager are several titles I have held. Economic and Community Development, operations, sales, and leadership have been my focus for over 20 years. I love being able to help businesses and communities grow and develop! Currently back with Gateway Development and helping with business attraction, housing, and workforce development as the Executive Director. Former Executive Director for Grow Sarpy, the fastest-growing county in the state of Nebraska. I am working with 5 great communities and a population of over 193,000 residents. Before Sarpy County, I was the Executive Director of Gateway Development for 5 great years, we landed more than $600 million in capital expenditure representing more than 1100 jobs in Washington County. I have also optioned key properties to help Washington County develop for the future. We were also pushing workforce and housing ventures in the County. Networking is key and I strive to connect the right companies, communities, and people.Strong educational foundation: Masters in Public Administration and Bachelor of Arts in Business Management and Political Science. Certified Basic Economic Development Strengths Finder Top 5: Context, Achiever, Competition, Learner, Individualization

Michael Rooks's Current Company Details
Gateway Development Corp

Gateway Development Corp

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Executive Director of Gateway Development
blair, nebraska, united states
Website:
gatewaydevelopment-ne.com
Employees:
3
Michael Rooks Work Experience Details
  • Gateway Development Corp
    Executive Director, Gateway Development Corporation
    Gateway Development Corp Apr 2019 - Present
    Greater Omaha Area
    To facilitate the creation of jobs and economic development opportunities for Washington County, Nebraska. -Increasing the local workforce, thru training development programs at all age levels. Our current focus is on agricultural biotech and construction. -Oversee and administer the LB840 program for the City of Blair-Develop, recommend and upon approval, implement the GDC annual budget-Set yearly fundraising goals-Created an ongoing scholarship for youth wanting to go into the trades, currently giving out 4 a year-Helping create new housing initiatives with new apartments and subdivisions -Helping Entrepreneurs & Small Business Development-Increased Gateway Developments investor base by 15% Projects that I have helped to bring in or expand in Washington County adding up to over $500 million in Capital Investment and over 700 jobs:-Dollar General Distribution Center (new to market) -Holiday Inn Express (new to market)-Ace Hardware (expansion)-Jennings Plant Solutions (new to market)-Nature Works (expansion)-Corbion (expansion)-KB Meats (expansion)-Novozymes (expansion)-Stewart Stainless Supply (new to market)-Scooters (expansion)-Family Dollar (new to market)
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  • Grow Sarpy
    Executive Director
    Grow Sarpy Feb 2023 - Oct 2023
    United States
    Responsible for facilitating the creation of new jobs and the attraction of capital investment in Sarpy County the fastest gowning county in Nebraska, through the recruitment of new businesses and industries, the expansion of existing companies, and focusing on workforce development and housing. Also focusing on key infrastructure needs like roads, sewer, and land use.-Added twenty-one new projects into the pipeline in the first half of 2023-Landed 2 major projects in Q3 with over 50 million in Cap X-Sarpy County has had over 700 million in permit valuations so far in 2023 -Grow Sarpy has donated over $27,000 to local schools in the form of construction kits in 2023
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  • Brightstar Corp.
    Carrier Training Manager
    Brightstar Corp. Mar 2017 - Apr 2019
    Greater Omaha Area
    -Responsible for creating and implementing revenue generating training programs for 1700+ stores, while also overseeing the management of these training programs for clients. Currently, 30% overall sales increase and increased attach. -Facilitating training for and help manage Brightstar's Field Support Training team in both the US and Canada -Built and developed 50+ web-based pieces of training for Sprint sales team as well as our field team, using Articulate Story Line 3 -Build and develop web-based accessory training for Sprint sales team (1700+ doors) -Develop process and operational training for clients-Work with other business teams to develop new opportunities for growth through training implementation-Vendor Management, setting up events, building training and schedules for our vendors -Creating new pieces of training for call centers around accessories to drive sales-Advising and implementing Sprint and Rogers employee incentives around accessories
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  • Brightstar Corp.
    Retail Sales Director
    Brightstar Corp. Oct 2016 - Mar 2017
    Greater Omaha Area
    Mid/Big Box Retail-Responsible for developing and maintaining customer relationships with a focus on business development and growing Brightstar products, services, and solutions by identifying clients' needs. Areas of focus were: Airport, Sporting Goods, Fitness, Convenience Stores, and Enterprise.-On-boarded 7 new clients in five months in the role.
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  • Brightstar Corp.
    Field Training Specialist
    Brightstar Corp. Dec 2014 - Mar 2017
    Greater Omaha Area
    Consultant for Wireless Sales teams: Evaluates, developed, and implemented strategies, promotions and trainings for clients of Brightstar Accessories Division.-Account management 48 clients (Verizon, Sprint, AT&T, International Carriers and other Retail), 3000+doors; detailed weekly and monthly reporting, conference calls, webinars, mystery shops and on-site trainings -Lead trainer in Sprint Corporate Accessory Pilot-Lead trainer for Rogers Account-Developed and implemented Accessifi training and helped create Accessifi Experts for Brightstar’s accessory financing program-Presenter and developer for Accessory Academy Roadshow 2015 (15 cities)
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  • Walmart
    Co-Manager
    Walmart Jun 2013 - Dec 2014
    Council Bluffs, Ia
    Council Bluffs Store 1965 (focus store)Managed sales performance, P&L, budgeting, training and customer service initiatives at Omaha Metro's largest Wal-Mart.-Reported to Store Manager-Assisting in running a $130+ million store-97% to sales plan in FY2014-Helped bring store back within SHRINK budget for FY2014-Direct Supervision of 8 Assistant Managers, and 300+ full/part-time employees-Helped manage NSO for store 3151 and remodel at 1965 -Coach and train employees to serve customers in a large general merchandise environment-Market 559 Champion for March of Dimes
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  • Re/Max Real Estate Group
    Buyers Agent With The Beth Lube Team
    Re/Max Real Estate Group Mar 2013 - Jul 2013
    La Vista, Nebraska
    Specialties: Residential Investments, Luxury Homes, Military, New Construction, Relocation-Between April 2013 and June 2013 had over 2 million in sales contracts close.
  • Shopko
    Store Manager
    Shopko Dec 2007 - Feb 2013
    Greater Omaha Area
    STORE MANAGER 12/2007-02/2013 Shopko #044In charge of $9.75 million Shopko Store. Responsible for maximizing sales, profit and customer service objectives through the effective management of the leadership team and hourly teammates.- Direct supervision of 3 Assistant Managers, 5 Supervisors, and 75+ hourly employees - Hired, recruited and/or promoted 4 Assistant Managers, and 8 Supervisors - Ended at 100.2% to Sales Plan for 2012- Ended EBITDA at 102.4% to Budget for FY2011- Ended EBITDA at 105% to budget on for FY2010- Reduced Shrink by $5K in FY2008, $5K in FY2009, $9K in FY2010, $4K in FY2011 and 6K in FY2012- Under Budget in Safety $7K in FY2011 - FY2011 Increased Customer Loyalty scores 5.5 points from a 73.6% to 79.1%-Helped with NSO for store 180 in Council Bluffs, IA
  • Best Buy
    Customer Experience Manager Store 240
    Best Buy Oct 2004 - Nov 2007
    Greater Omaha Area
    Best Buy #240Manage sales performance, P&L, budgeting, training and customer service initiatives.- Direct supervision of 4 Supervisors and 100+ sales employees- Specialty coach for the Omaha Market, promoted 8 Supervisors to Assistant Managers - In charge of a $44 million sales floor the largest in Omaha, NE- Analyze and forecast trends and ensure compliance to set budget- Staff supervision and training; recruit, select, train, develop, terminate, schedule and supervise sales associates- One of five stores in District to hit revenue, margin, and net operating profit for the fiscal year 2007- Hit or came in under Shrink goal in 05, 06 and 07- Top store in the district and territory in net operating profit for the fiscal year 2006- Grand Opened and NSO store 759 in Council Bluffs and 240 in Omaha
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  • Creighton University
    Educational Talent Search
    Creighton University Apr 2002 - Oct 2004
    Greater Omaha Area
    Evaluated and developed recruitment strategies and public relations campaigns to motivate students to graduate from secondary school and enroll in post-secondary educational programs.-Territory management 3 School Districts, 9 schools; maintained accurate selection and compliance records for the Department of Education with caseload of 280 students-Human resources; participated in interviewing and selecting employees and resolving personnel issues
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  • Buena Vista University
    Admissions
    Buena Vista University Jan 2000 - Apr 2002
    Storm Lake, Iowa
    Coordinated all issues surrounding college admissions. Managed a Territory of 80 schools in 3 states as well as international recruiting. Specifics included:-Territory management of Central Iowa, Missouri, and Pacific Rim -Top recruiter during both seasons while recruiting for BVU-Management; oversaw Dean's Fellowship Honors Program for Social Science Department-Counseling; provided academic, career and transitional guidance to Social Science Students-Phone experience with cold and warm calling during prime recruiting times -International Recruitment experience; participated in overseas recruitment 2000-2002
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  • The White House
    White House Intern
    The White House 1999 - 2000
    Washington D.C. Metro Area
    Assisted with the management of the White House Internship Program durning the Fall semester of 1999.

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Michael Rooks's current role is Executive Director of Gateway Development.

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Michael Rooks attended University Of Nebraska At Omaha, Buena Vista University, Randall School Of Real Estate, Buena Vista University.

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