Christopher Whelan

Experience

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  RGIS, LLC

  Jan 2005 - Oct 2012

  District Manager

  • Managed a large team of individuals to execute inventories for the nation's largest home improvement retailer in multiple states and other large-scale retail establishments. • Was responsible for all facets of the district operations including, Hiring, Training, Team Building, Payroll, Personnel Scheduling, Store Scheduling, Fleet Management, Monthly P&L review, Remediation plans and Terminations. • Worked closely with upper store management to alleviate concerns and ensure inventory accuracy as well as timely execution. • Built the team from scratch and became the number two ranked district in the company. • Received the award for most improved district in 2010. Show less

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  Rocky Mountain Inventory

  Jan 2013 - Dec 2014

  Crew Manager

  • Managed and developed teams of individuals to conduct physical inventory audits for large and small convenience store chains throughout the United States. • Worked closely with Store Managers and District Managers to execute inventories and resolve any concerns of inventory accuracy. • Created expansion opportunities and assisted in retaining customers and contracts.

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  GES - Global Experience Specialists

  Jan 2015 - now

  Operations Manager

  • Direct and manage all aspects of Trade Show and Special Event Operations – pre-show planning and strategy, show-site build, execution and strike, post-show measurements and analysis. • Served as the member of the priority show team that specialized in events held in casino convention spaces. • Responsible for Labor Management, Strategic Planning, Scheduling, Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Resource Allocation, Workflow Analysis, Venue Relations, Client Management, P&L and Financial Management.• Served as Operations Manager, Project Manager, and Account Manager. • Planned all labor needs and managed Teamster local 631 employees onsite during installation and dismantle of events. • Adhered to union contract rules and regulations. • Scoped and budgeted labor pre-show per event financial plans. • Performed facility damage inspections. • Handled exhibitor billing disputes and damage claims. Show less