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Kelsey Cogdell

TX 77901
(361) 218-1833
KelseyCogdell@icloud.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

15-year tenured leadership, education, and evaluation professional adept at helping organizations optimize
their performance through professional and organizational development. Strong ability to acquire and retain
high-levels of talent through creating and implement training, coaching, and mentoring programs. Visionary
executive equipped with an entrepreneurial mindset and in-depth knowledge of business operations and
development on a global level.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

District manager, Burger King


Apr. 2023 – Present

● Led operations and management of 2 fast-food locations across the district, ensuring top-notch
customer service, operational excellence, and profitability.
● Provided dynamic leadership to 4 store managers and their teams, fostering a culture of accountability,
teamwork, and continuous improvement.
● Developed and executed district-wide strategies, resulting in an increase in overall sales and
improvement in customer satisfaction scores.
● Conducted regular site visits to evaluate store performance, identify opportunities for growth, and
ensure adherence to brand standards and operational procedures.
● Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including marketing and training, to implement successful
product launches and promotional campaigns, boosting customer traffic.
● Implemented cost-control measures, reducing food and labor costs through efficient scheduling, staff
training, and inventory management strategies.
● Played a key role in talent acquisition and development by participating in the recruitment of
management personnel and conducting regular training sessions.
● Resolved escalated customer issues and addressed employee concerns promptly, maintaining a high
level of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment.
● Consistently exceeded district-wide financial targets, earning recognition as a top-performing district
manager within the company

Manager, Wally’s Party Factory. Victoria,Tx

Mar. 2022 – Mar.2023

● Oversaw daily operations of a bustling party store, driving exceptional customer experiences and
ensuring smooth execution of events and celebrations.
● Managed a team of 8 employees, leadership, training, and support to foster a cohesive and
high-performing staff.
● Implemented innovative merchandising strategies, and improved store aesthetics.
● Developed and maintained strong vendor relationships, ensuring consistent inventory availability.
● Created and executed marketing campaigns, including social media promotions and in-store events.
● Implemented inventory management systems that reduced stock discrepancies.
● Demonstrated strong problem solving skills by resolving customer complaints and inquiries
effectively, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
● Maintained a safe and organized store environment, adhering to safety and sanitation standards,
resulting in zero safety incidents during tenure.
● Achieved and exceeded monthly sales targets consistently, contributing to the store’s recognition as a
top performer within the company.

Lead Sales Associate, Daniels Jewelry. Victoria, TX


Sep. 2021 – Feb.2022

Number 1 Lead Sales/Key Holder for the past 6 Months.


Provide employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems or in resolving escalated
complaints or disputes.
Implement corporate or departmental policies, procedures, and service standards in conjunction with
management.
Compute figures such as balances, totals, or commissions.
Interpret and communicate work procedures and company policies to staff.
Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.
Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits.
Greet customers entering establishments.
Supervise others and provide on-the-job training.
Plan and direct staffing, training, and performance evaluations to develop and control sales and service
programs.
Operate office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines, voice mail systems, and
personal computers.
Maintain and update filing, inventory, mailing, and database systems, either manually or using a computer.
Collect, count, and disburse money, do basic bookkeeping, and complete banking transactions.
Communicate with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or
explain information, take orders, and address complaints.
Compute, record, and proofread data and other information, such as records or reports.

Assistant Manager, Dodge City Saloon. Victoria, TX

Jan. 2019 – Nov. 2020

Train or instruct employees in job duties or company policies or arrange for training to be provided. Review
records or reports pertaining to activities such as production, payroll, or shipping to verify details, monitor
work activities, or evaluate performance.
Recruit, interview, and select employees.
Prepare and issue work schedules, deadlines, and duty assignments for office or administrative staff.
Compute figures such as balances, totals, or commissions.
Maintain records pertaining to inventory, personnel, orders, supplies, or machine maintenance.
Count money and make bank deposits.
Order and purchase equipment and supplies.
Resolve customer complaints regarding sales and service.
Review operational records and reports to project sales and determine profitability.

Caregiver, Caring Senior Services. Victoria, TX


May. 2016 – Jul. 2017

Personal care needed to help seniors preform daily activities: getting dressed, toileting, bathing, grooming,
mobility, exercise.
Companionship services participating in activities that seniors enjoy.

Sales: Roofing Specialist, Flash Construction & Roofing. Houston, TX


Sep. 2012 – Aug. 2016

Solicit sales of new or additional services or products.


Review insurance policy terms to determine whether a particular loss is covered by insurance. Confer with
customers by telephone or in person to provide information about products or services, take or enter
orders, cancel accounts, or obtain details of complaints.
Check to ensure that appropriate changes were made to resolve customers' problems.
Solicit sales of new or additional services or products.
Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.
Pay company bills by cash, vouchers, or checks.
Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits.
Assist customers by providing information and resolving their complaints.
Contact businesses or private individuals by telephone in order to solicit sales for goods or services, or to
request donations for charitable causes.
Obtain customer information such as name, address, and payment method, and enter orders into
computers.
Adjust sales scripts to better target the needs and interests of specific individuals. Schedule appointments
for sales representatives to meet with prospective customers or for customers to attend sales presentations.

Assistant Manager, Sam's Boat. Houston, Texas


Jan. 2010 – Oct. 2011
Plan, administer and control budgets for contracts, equipment and supplies.
Monitor budgets and payroll records, and review financial transactions to ensure that expenditures are
authorized and budgeted.
Schedule staff hours and assign duties.
Estimate food, liquor, wine, and other beverage consumption to anticipate amounts to be purchased or
requisitioned.
Assess staffing needs, and recruit staff using methods such as newspaper advertisements or attendance at
job fairs.
Record the number, type, and cost of items sold to determine which items may be unpopular or less
profitable.
Balance cash receipts.
Stock bar with beer, wine, liquor, and related supplies such as ice, glassware, napkins, or straws.

EDUCATION

Aveda Institute Houston, Houston, TX


Cosmetology, Cosmetology, Jun. 2012

Montgomery High School, Houston, TX


High School Diploma, Highschool, May. 2007

SKILLS

Bookkeeping - Expert

Customer Service - Expert

Retail - Expert

Management - Expert

Sales - Expert

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