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During my tenure I have provided operations consultation (first 5 months), leadership and oversight for the operations to include warehousing, transportation, shipping/receiving, customer service, and property, plant and equipment. Some highlights of my accomplishments during my tenure include: * Trusted member of the management team that provided strategic insight through the EOS system (2016-2020). * Improved order fulfillment to 99.96% (2019) * Complete restructuring of warehouse to include all roles and responsibilities (2016). * Development of departmental metrics to track accuracy and order fulfillment (2016) * Expanding operations to three remote drop points in Omaha, Fargo, and Rapid City to support ongoing growth and efficiencies (2016 - 2019) * WERC Certification of our Warehouse in Sioux Falls, SD (2018) * OSHA compliance survey (2018) * Overhaul of routing to improve efficiencies (2016, 2018, 2019) by adding six new routes. * Transition of company drivers to ELD platform (2019) * Development of Key Result Areas and annual review system for all positions (2016) * Development of SOP process maps for all relevant processes and procedures in the Warehouse and Purchasing departments (2016).

The most important thing in business is knowing what's most important. I thrive on taking the complex issues that businesses face and breaking them down in two ways: 1) what's most important and 2) bite sized manageable pieces. I take a minimalist approach that emphasis simplicity and mobility for management teams. My philosophy is simple and has proven effective with bottom line results: start with your culture and people and your organization will flourish. My expertise is taking deep dives with organizations so that an impact can be seen, felt, and measured over an appropriate amount of time. No more disconnect between recommendations and action. I am currently serving as a Business Consultant for Tri-State Wholesale Flooring, Inc. In my current role, I am responsible observing, advising, coaching, training, and making recommendations in the areas of operations, human resources, managerial accounting, management concepts/approach, and executive leadership.

This role was incredibly rewarding and allowed me the opportunity to fully engage what I am truly passionate about; positively impacting and influencing people. I believe in developing strong, courageous leaders who have the resources, training, and support to take their teams to the next level of professionalism and customer service. I know if my managers feel cared for, supported, and trusted they will in turn treat their employees and the people we serve with the utmost care and dignity. I believe in a mission centered focus where the values of the organization lead and align all behavior toward a common goal; superior customer service. I check all egos at the door with a transparent 360 degree approach to evaluation and accountability to include all levels of the organization. My leadership is about serving the needs of others and placing my employees in the best possible position that is suited for their gifts and talents. I am collaborative, courageous, compassionate, fair-minded, and foster recognition and shared success.I possess extensive business acumen and managerial accounting skills having worked in business consulting and management for twelve years. I have managed over 2,000 employees in my career (teams up to 250 employees) and all aspects of people management including hiring, employee separation, supervision, recognition, and performance coaching. I am a dynamic speaker with twelve years of training experience in front of groups on matters of workforce training and business principles.

Executive Leadership, Operations, Project Management, Fiscal Management, Human Resources, Training, Compliance, Safety, Strategic Planning. ~90 employees, 9 sites. I reported to the CEO.

Strategic planning, Financial Management, Public Speaking, Social Media, Pro-Life, Non-Profit, Marketing

I handled all business, management, human resources, and financial matters for a parish of 800 families (~ 2000 members) with approximately 30 staff. I reported to the Pastor.Duties include but not limited to: budget planning and oversight; financial reporting, forecasting, and strategic planning; maintenance of all facilities and grounds; administer all parish wide communications, parish giving appeals/fundraisers, capital campaigns/expenditures, and special projects; hiring/employee separation, supervision of office/maintenance/faith formation staff and human resources (both church and school); bookkeeping (including payroll); website management.• Identified 17% budgetary shortfall through forecasting techniques and urged finance council to make appeal to parish – parish was able to recover and stay in black for fiscal year (2010)• Balanced budget and assured we operated in the black during my tenure (2009 – 2013).• Oversaw 1 million dollar capital campaign for new Fellowship Hall (2009 -2012).• Implemented seasonal trends into budgeting process for forecasting purposes (2010)• Oversaw Diocesan Audit and subsequent follow-up on identified risk control gaps (2010)• Oversaw capital campaign for audio visual improvements in the worship space (2011)• Identified and implemented new parish organizational structure to improve efficiency and mitigate administrative time for Pastor (2011-2012).• Oversaw building of a new rectory and parking lot (2012).• Ex Officio member of the Parish Council and Finance Council.• Implemented a new parish website (2010) – over 116,000 visits (2011 - 2013).

Worked as a Business Consultant, Trainer, and Facilitator within 9 "mid to big ticket" retail industries.Duties include but not limited to: trainer of various workshops/seminars, facilitator of management groups for small to mid sized “big ticket” businesses, and merchandising/marketing consultant for like businesses.  Trainer for the Total Management 1 and Part & Accessories Workshops. o Presented modules within a workshop environment for clients o Developed unique material for various workshops o Planned and executed instructional design to maximize the learning experience o Supported other trainers as necessary Facilitator for management groups in the Power Sports industry o Analyzed financial data and industry specific trends o Facilitated and managed meeting dynamics o Planned meeting agenda and delivered applicable training o Managed all administrative functions for the group Consultant (merchandising and marketing) within the Power sports industry o Delivered unique in-house consulting tailored to the specific needs of clients. o Developed a unique consulting package for merchandising and marketing o Pioneered a new market segment that relied on my unique skill set.

Retail management, Managed sales areas in excess of 30 million dollars, hired ~ 1000 employees, New store set-up throughout Dakotas, worked in annual volumes in excess of 140 million dollars. Duties included but not limited to: hiring/employee separation, scheduling, supervision, sales forecasting, marketing/merchandising, training, and execution of company objectives. Training included leadership, operations, personnel, marketing/merchandising, risk management, loss prevention, and quality assurance. o Experience in grocery, hard-lines, soft-lines, seasonal, front-end, inventory logistics, and impulse.o Experience working in high volume big-box stores with volumes upto 140 million in annual sales.o Managed ~ 30 million dollar in sales annually..o Selected to lead Overnight Operations based on proven leadership and savvy risk control. o Hired over 1100 employees. o Selected 5 times to present and train ~ 1,000 exempt managers from around the region (over 900 stores) on key compliance and food safety policies, procedures, and protocol.o Specially selected for proven knowledge and leadership in training all food side associates and salaried management on compliance, food safety, operations, and merchandising.o Increased in-stock percentage through adjusting staffing patterns impacting sales and profitability (30 percent sales increases). o Key execution of inventory management led to a 0.11 percent shrink provision verses a 0.28 percent for the total store. o Managed the highest risk area without an accident for over 120 days (unprecedented).o Implemented several key recognition programs (Safety Take 10, Daily Safety Topic, Blue Towel Program) to promote education, awareness and excitement for safety.

Part-time supervisor position for family amusement center while finishing Business Administration degree at Augustana College.

* Duties included but not limited to: hiring/employee separation, scheduling, supervision, project management, and programmatic planning and management.* Supervised 20+ staff and 30+ clients with zero turnover in full-time staff during tenure.* Managed and maintained one internal site (Hilltop), one external site (Glendale), and multiple independent living apartments (Supported Living).* Able to successfully secure a new residence ahead of schedule for four clients and provide suitable staffing without any additional funding or staffing requirements. * Successfully streamlined staffing schedule and cut 10 hours resulting in a six percent decrease in budgetary staffing.* Identified and successfully secured needed building updates and refurbishments to Hilltop site.