Kate Holt
Carine WA,VIC
Summary
Experienced business owner with twenty five years of experience in the Health Food industry. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating, and supporting staff members. I have excellent communication skills and am well adept at working with people from all areas of life. I have a positive and infectious personality with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills. I am passionate about teaching and education. As a mum of 3 children, one of whom has dyslexia, I understand the important impact that education assistants can have in a school. I feel I have many skills that can transfer easily into a new career for me in the education department.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Go Vita Innaloo Health Food Store
2007.07 - 2024.06
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and regularly updating staff on industry best practices.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced company profitability by reducing overhead costs and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
- Boosted revenue by identifying new business opportunities and diversifying product offerings.
- Implemented efficient systems for inventory management, order processing, and shipping logistics.
- Developed a high-performing team through effective recruitment, training, and performance management.
- Achieved consistent growth in annual revenue through strategic planning and execution of sales initiatives.
- Fostered an inclusive workplace culture that valued diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Education
GED -
Institute of Teacher Aide Courses
Perth WA10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Naturopathy
Perth Academy of Natural Therapies
Perth, WA12.2000
Skills
Excellent leadership
Effective communication
Time Management
Problem solving
Creativity
Critical Thinking
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Emotional intelligence
Organisation
Teamwork
Referees
Natalie Gasmier
P: 0415 874 149
Kristy Atkinson
P: 0434 464 036
Timeline
Business Owner
Go Vita Innaloo Health Food Store
2007.07 - 2024.06
GED -
Institute of Teacher Aide Courses
Bachelor of Science - Naturopathy
Perth Academy of Natural Therapies
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