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Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Traveled extensively, maintained and developed new SOPs for Verano and Zen Leaf dispensaries in goals of standardization, nationwide. Audited stores to ensure they are following procedures and opened new store acquisitions across Verano’s 150 store, 15 state footprint and counting. Maintained crucial knowledge for all stores to remain compliant according to differing state laws and regulations. Interfaced with store management and entire store team to teach, train and implement the… Show more Traveled extensively, maintained and developed new SOPs for Verano and Zen Leaf dispensaries in goals of standardization, nationwide. Audited stores to ensure they are following procedures and opened new store acquisitions across Verano’s 150 store, 15 state footprint and counting. Maintained crucial knowledge for all stores to remain compliant according to differing state laws and regulations. Interfaced with store management and entire store team to teach, train and implement the Verano way of doing business. Participated in Adult / Non-Medical Use launch and rollout in five different states (IL, NJ, MD, CT, OH) along with multiple new store grand openings. Show less

Aurora, Il

· Managed and supervised the activities of the team by delegating tasks effectively, oversaw employee development while conducting performance reviews and pursuing corrective action as necessary, managed financial records and cash handling procedures and ensured the dispensary remained compliant with all regulations and lead the team through state inspections by both the Illinois State Police (ISP) & Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Chosen by… Show more · Managed and supervised the activities of the team by delegating tasks effectively, oversaw employee development while conducting performance reviews and pursuing corrective action as necessary, managed financial records and cash handling procedures and ensured the dispensary remained compliant with all regulations and lead the team through state inspections by both the Illinois State Police (ISP) & Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Chosen by corporate leadership to assist in newly acquired store rebranding / reopening into Zen Leaf.· Developed weekly in-store promotions by analyzing sales trends, customer demand, and margins; Maintained record keeping requirements set forth by state and company policy, ensured completion of all employee training requirements, instilled company culture to the dispensary team, implemented best practices, regulatory requirements, company policies, and standardized procedures by scheduling essential employee training sessions and team meetings, maintained in-depth knowledge of cannabis product on a local and national level while closely following state rules and regulations in order to disseminate details to staff and customers. Show less

Aurora, Illinois, United States

· Maintained accurate inventory while reconciling LeafLogix inventory amounts to match with state of Illinois BioTrack database, conducted daily, monthly, and yearly audits and reconciliations, coordinated orders based on current inventory levels while maintaining a diverse, current product selection, received orders physically while logging inventory accurately into LeafLogix, maintained and organized a compliant vault per continually changing state regulations, led team through inspections by… Show more · Maintained accurate inventory while reconciling LeafLogix inventory amounts to match with state of Illinois BioTrack database, conducted daily, monthly, and yearly audits and reconciliations, coordinated orders based on current inventory levels while maintaining a diverse, current product selection, received orders physically while logging inventory accurately into LeafLogix, maintained and organized a compliant vault per continually changing state regulations, led team through inspections by both ISP and IDFPR while maintaining compliance in all requirements. Member of core management team in opening first Zen Leaf adult-use dispensary in state of Illinois. Show less

Barrington, Illinois

Developed client relationships, worked under strict deadlines and responded to service requests and emergency call-outs. Logged all daily shipping and receiving orders. Managed cash stock and inventory balance. Oversaw meticulous document management daily. Trained new employees while problem solving for our multiple customers on a wide variety of projects from packing, shipping and printing and all that the UPS store offers.

Chicago, Illinois

Worked with and as an advocate for refugees and asylees by interviewing them and filling out government forms on their behalf required for Temporary Protected Status (TPS), asylum applications, citizenship, Employment Authorization, Visa processing, consulate processing, alien petitions, travel documents, and VAWA petitions and various other applications.

Represented and sold Puig Luxury Brands as a brand ambassador at various special events in retail locations throughout the Chicagoland area. Organized and motivated sales team to regularly meet and exceed daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals through customer outreach and engagement

Cary, Il

Volunteer assistant coach for 6th through 8th grade boys basketball under the exceptional tutelage of Coach Marty Monti and Coach Jim Tuman.

Chicago, Il

Performed market analysis for various real estate areas within the Chicago urban markets for the purpose of optimizing development opportunities within these submarkets. Utilized trend analysis tools via Multiple Listing Service (MLS) data to present statistical and financial metrics to company Executive Management to facilitate decisions critical to the continued success of the organization.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Drafted correspondence for constituent mailings; researched agricultural legislation for the Senator's leadership responsibilities within the Senate Committee on Agriculture; represented the Senator at Congressional hearings; greeted and assisted constituents; regularly coordinated tours throughout Federal Senate office buildings and the U.S. Capitol itself.

Marketed and sold fragrances throughout Chicagoland retail markets. Designer fragrances included Kenneth Cole, Marc Jacobs and Michael Kors

Responsible for supply management for area roofing contractors. Progressed from apprentice to laying roof for residential and commercial buildings.

Masters, Public Policy And Administration

Activities and Societies: Neighborhood Plan: Albany Park, Chicago, IL Master's Thesis: When the Lights Go Dim in the City: How Smart.

Bachelor Of Science, Public Affairs - Management 2006

Activities and Societies: Beta Theta Pi, SPEA Washington Leadership Program Started as a business major and switched into non-profit.