Direct overall operational and creative strategic leadership for market of up to 36 stores. Managed a workforce of 800 associates, including 36 managers, 18 assistant managers, 90 pharmacists; and 4 merchandising specialists. Maximize the return on investment, profit and loss, daily business operation, planning and executing company initiatives, and support and development of employees for future growth. Exceed corporate goals as related to sales, profitability, and expenses through the… Show more Direct overall operational and creative strategic leadership for market of up to 36 stores. Managed a workforce of 800 associates, including 36 managers, 18 assistant managers, 90 pharmacists; and 4 merchandising specialists. Maximize the return on investment, profit and loss, daily business operation, planning and executing company initiatives, and support and development of employees for future growth. Exceed corporate goals as related to sales, profitability, and expenses through the implementation of established programs and processes. Initiate associate development programs through mentoring and coaching to improve job performance and customer relationships. Develop payroll and sales budgets for the district that support company objectives and meet local market objectives and realities. Coordinate with real estate personnel to approve new store locations that best meet sales performance and expectations. Key Highlights: Was a leader on the integration team for the CVS acquisition of Eckerd in 2004 by helping coordinate and participate in store closings, store remodels, store relocations and a market wide grand opening event. District Manager of the year in 2002 and 2007Achieved number 1 ranking in Florida in shrink control in 2002 and 2009Relocated; the highest profile district in the company based on my performance, this was Pinellas County because the Eckerd corporate office was located in Largo.Reduced turnover by 30 percent after implementation of employee engagement programAchieved the number 1 district in the region in profit from 2004-2009Elected to the division diversity council in 2008 to help implement and oversee diversity programs for the companyTrained new district managers for the region by my involvement in the emerging leaders program Show less