Operate a video game resale "side-hustle" from my basement that has generated over 6 figure sales two years in a row.In my spare time, I engage in sourcing, refurbishing, and selling video game-related items across various platforms including Nintendo, Sony, Microsoft, SEGA, and more.Fostered relationships with local and online game stores while also creating and overseeing a vibrant 200+ member private gaming community on Discord. Members there gather to collect, trade… Show more Operate a video game resale "side-hustle" from my basement that has generated over 6 figure sales two years in a row.In my spare time, I engage in sourcing, refurbishing, and selling video game-related items across various platforms including Nintendo, Sony, Microsoft, SEGA, and more.Fostered relationships with local and online game stores while also creating and overseeing a vibrant 200+ member private gaming community on Discord. Members there gather to collect, trade, collaborate, and contribute to the growth of our shared hobby.I personally solder in new batteries, conduct thorough testing and cleaning of systems, and create attractive bundle deals, offering customers a nostalgic and retro experience. Show less

Lead all branch operations, supervise multiple recruiters, oversee a VIP client program, and handle daily operational expenses.Led branch to top performance in Wisconsin measured by EBITDA, Gross Profit, and placement numbers, even during industry downturns.Ensure smooth job order fulfillment and maintain client feedback loops, enhancing client and employee satisfaction.Improve branch efficiency with initiatives like the 2024 Steel Toe Shoe program, reducing onboarding… Show more Lead all branch operations, supervise multiple recruiters, oversee a VIP client program, and handle daily operational expenses.Led branch to top performance in Wisconsin measured by EBITDA, Gross Profit, and placement numbers, even during industry downturns.Ensure smooth job order fulfillment and maintain client feedback loops, enhancing client and employee satisfaction.Improve branch efficiency with initiatives like the 2024 Steel Toe Shoe program, reducing onboarding expenses for new employees and reducing barriers to employment entry for candidates.Oversaw and maintained a lean, up-to-date CRM system, placing over 10,000 candidates in jobs over five years, effectively lowering Wisconsin's unemployment rate. Show less

Managed the entire recruitment process, encompassing interviewing, onboarding, and placement for over 100 associates on a monthly basis, effectively addressing the staffing needs of 25+ clients.Sourced skilled candidates using a range of tools, including Indeed, LinkedIn, and Job Center of Wisconsin, to provide exceptional talent for direct hire and temporary-to-hire placement, ensuring client satisfaction.Oversaw a team of 80+ associates daily, ensuring seamless management of… Show more Managed the entire recruitment process, encompassing interviewing, onboarding, and placement for over 100 associates on a monthly basis, effectively addressing the staffing needs of 25+ clients.Sourced skilled candidates using a range of tools, including Indeed, LinkedIn, and Job Center of Wisconsin, to provide exceptional talent for direct hire and temporary-to-hire placement, ensuring client satisfaction.Oversaw a team of 80+ associates daily, ensuring seamless management of needs such as time off requests, benefit/pay inquiries, and job expectations, maintaining high standards of service.Conducted regular meetings with clients to assess associate performance and address any additional resource needs to meet production demands, ensuring client satisfaction.Consistently driven to exceed goals and deliver profitable performance, adding substantial value to Remedy. Show less

Dedicated to fostering a customer-centric culture among a team of 75+ members through comprehensive training and ongoing coaching initiatives.Successfully managed inventory flow for displays and developed vendor merchandising strategies that led to a year-on-year sales increase of over 15%.Strategically planned budgets and schedules, consistently surpassing workload expectations while using fewer hours than forecasted.Prioritized customer feedback by promptly responding… Show more Dedicated to fostering a customer-centric culture among a team of 75+ members through comprehensive training and ongoing coaching initiatives.Successfully managed inventory flow for displays and developed vendor merchandising strategies that led to a year-on-year sales increase of over 15%.Strategically planned budgets and schedules, consistently surpassing workload expectations while using fewer hours than forecasted.Prioritized customer feedback by promptly responding to over 50 guest feedback surveys per week and addressing all in-store inquiries.Mentored over 25 peers in optimizing grocery team leadership, resulting in a reduction of expired loss and maximization of daily in-stocks.Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and made swift, effective decisions to drive sales and deliver exceptional customer service. Show less

Led the recruitment and training teams, comprising eight employees, to ensure a well-trained, capable workforce.Maintained and developed the ALDI Book of Knowledge, which contained corporate policies and procedures, ensuring alignment across the organization.Collaborated with staffing agencies and recruiting websites to effectively screen and interview potential candidates, ensuring a high-quality talent pool.Provided training to new and existing managers and directors… Show more Led the recruitment and training teams, comprising eight employees, to ensure a well-trained, capable workforce.Maintained and developed the ALDI Book of Knowledge, which contained corporate policies and procedures, ensuring alignment across the organization.Collaborated with staffing agencies and recruiting websites to effectively screen and interview potential candidates, ensuring a high-quality talent pool.Provided training to new and existing managers and directors on workplace policies and procedures, ensuring a consistent understanding across all levels of the organization.Submitted proposals, RFCs/RFDs, and projects to upper management for approval, effectively communicating the value and impact of initiatives.Participated in various committees, including Corporate/Manager Training, Wages, Expense, and Leadership, contributing valuable insights and representing departmental interests.Conducted daily 1:1 meetings with employees to discuss project/task progress, exchange ideas, and address personnel matters, ensuring alignment and accountability. Show less

Effectively managed a multi-store district in North Central Wisconsin, consistently generating over $4 million in monthly revenue.Oversaw a five-store district with 45+ employees, achieving monthly revenue exceeding $4 million.Led the division, comprised of 16 districts, in store productivity, inventory management, and turnover.Provided training to numerous District Manager Trainees and other staff members, ensuring a well-trained team.Utilized inventory… Show more Effectively managed a multi-store district in North Central Wisconsin, consistently generating over $4 million in monthly revenue.Oversaw a five-store district with 45+ employees, achieving monthly revenue exceeding $4 million.Led the division, comprised of 16 districts, in store productivity, inventory management, and turnover.Provided training to numerous District Manager Trainees and other staff members, ensuring a well-trained team.Utilized inventory management methods to minimize back stock and reduce inventory loss, resulting in improved operational efficiency.Personally interviewed, recruited, hired, and ensured the successful training completion of over 50 employees.Managed and coordinated the remodeling of two stores in the Wausau and Wisconsin Rapids areas, ensuring timely and efficient completion. Show less

Founded, developed, recruited for, planned, and executed every aspect of the 18-20 member Club. I had an idea that began in a dorm room: to teach other students on campus how to cook a variety of food. The food wasn't just planned out; every meal was brainstormed by the members at each weekly meeting and then prepared at the next. The ideas were fresh and the food was what the members were actually interested in learning to create. Whether each idea was derived from an individual… Show more Founded, developed, recruited for, planned, and executed every aspect of the 18-20 member Club. I had an idea that began in a dorm room: to teach other students on campus how to cook a variety of food. The food wasn't just planned out; every meal was brainstormed by the members at each weekly meeting and then prepared at the next. The ideas were fresh and the food was what the members were actually interested in learning to create. Whether each idea was derived from an individual member's family tradition or what they had seen on Pinterest yesterday, I created a common themed menu that featured three or four ideas the members had. Sure, we weren't able to cook everything we thought of but with experimentation comes failure and success. Both which the members were able to learn from. Each dollar contributed to the Club was used for the food and rent of the space we were generously able to use. Finally, a Club where the money contributed was actually used for the ideas members had and those same ideas eaten!By using prior experience with inventory management and cooking techniques, I oversaw members in separate sessions each week. Initially the Club had less than ten members. Due to student demand, I doubled the size during the Club's second semester. With the additional members, I began a member board placed in charge of particular aspects of the Club including the following board members: Outreach Coordinator, Food Experience Coordinator and Recruiting Officers. Show less

The internship was divided into several phases ranging in duration from a few days to a few weeks. I worked directly with an Assistant Store Manager to develop merchandising and leadership skills. I rotated through various store functions including receiving, replenishment, loss prevention, display setting, in-store support and human resources.Promoted the “Shop Your Way Rewards" loyalty program and worked on the a project for the program that required the development of key… Show more The internship was divided into several phases ranging in duration from a few days to a few weeks. I worked directly with an Assistant Store Manager to develop merchandising and leadership skills. I rotated through various store functions including receiving, replenishment, loss prevention, display setting, in-store support and human resources.Promoted the “Shop Your Way Rewards" loyalty program and worked on the a project for the program that required the development of key findings and recommendations for the individual store.Responsible for completing two sets of modules: one was sent to corporate headquarters demonstrating my progress on the loyalty program and the second to show my completion of training for different store functions (e.g. forklift use)While working as a management intern, I also attended a UW-Madison class that paralleled the information I learned each day. This class strengthened my leadership development and helped reflect on the knowledge learned each day. Show less

Trained staff, cooked delicious food, waited on tables, managed conflict, landscaped, developed new and efficient restaurant processes. I did just about everything from the outside in. Detail-oriented and extremely organized in a kitchen while displaying consistent delivery of all products served.After discovering the restaurant was declining in sales due to customer complaints about the consistency of the food, I decided to take charge and address the issue. I created an entire recipe… Show more Trained staff, cooked delicious food, waited on tables, managed conflict, landscaped, developed new and efficient restaurant processes. I did just about everything from the outside in. Detail-oriented and extremely organized in a kitchen while displaying consistent delivery of all products served.After discovering the restaurant was declining in sales due to customer complaints about the consistency of the food, I decided to take charge and address the issue. I created an entire recipe manual for each dish that included portion sizes and directions for cooking all menu items This was also used to train new employees and ensure consistency between cooks.Developed a technical, yet simple, inventory Microsoft Excel sheet for all restaurant inventories (bar and kitchen). This helped reduce inventory loss due to spoilage and excess back stock while raising sales by mitigating out of stocks. Show less