Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams. Passionate about Fitness and Wellness.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Forster Yoga Studio Pty Ltd
Forster
08.2016 - Current
Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
Identified business development challenges and customer concerns for proactive resolution.
Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
Established a Yoga culture in a town where previously there were no studios
Sales and Marketing Manager
YMCA Great Lakes
Forster, NSW
01.2011 - 08.2016
Managed sales promotions and marketing strategies on major social media sites.
Analyzed sales and marketing data for improved strategies.
Directed sales support staff in administrative tasks to help sales reps close deals.
Implemented, executed and strategically expanded business channel partnerships and program initiatives.
Sales Manager
Anytime Fitness Master Franchisees Australia
Wynyard Station, Sydney NSW
01.2009 - 01.2010
Coached and counseled sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts and helping sales representatives reach targets.
Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
Closed lucrative sales deals using strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
Grew the fifth Anytime Fitness Club in Australia from 300 members to 1200 members in 1 year while pregnant.
Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures, and sales strategies.
Fitness Manager
Fernwood Fitness
Broadway, Sydney NSW
01.2008 - 01.2009
Set clear sales goals for each employee, tracking progress and milestones and offering support and assistance.
Supported enrollees in fitness program services by encouraging participation in Personal Training, Pilates and other beneficial workout classes.
Coordinated marketing efforts to promote fitness and wellness programs.