Experience

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  Stein mart

  Jan 1998 - Jan 2000

  District loss prevention manager

  Responsible for the loss prevention and operational oversight of 12 retail locations across four states.

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  Guess?, inc.

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2001

  Regional loss prevention manager

  Responsible for the loss prevention and operational oversight of one hundred plus retail store locations.

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  Bisou-bisou, inc.

  Jan 2001 - Jan 2002

  Loss prevention director

  -Selected as the 1st LP Director for the company as a new start-up department overseeing all divisions -Reduced company operating losses by more than 200% to an operating loss level of under 2.0% in one year-Created, designed and implemented LP programs and initiatives for all employee levels

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  Nbc universal

  Mar 2002 - Apr 2011

  Director, loss prevention and security liaison

  Created and implemented the first loss prevention program for the entire property with an average 5 million visitors per yr. to include the food service, retail, and operational departments. Responsible for the creation of the company’s first civil restitution recovery program from shoplifting apprehension fines. Coordinated with corporate security for all major special events, property buyouts, and VIP programs.Key Contributions:Reduced retail inventory loss property wide to under 2.0% in less than two yearsCreated and designed the installation of over 1,200 surveillance cameras property wide as a 3 yr capital projectStarted the first online ticketing fraud detection model and expanded the LP department to 8 ppl. Show less

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  Edge up america, llc

  May 2011 - Oct 2013

  International business project coordinator

  Recruited to support international operations by achieving financial objectives; resolving production, storage and distribution issues. Identified future customer requirements; consulted on identifying supply chain weaknesses and investigations.Key Contributions:Increased shipping times by 26% by implementing computerized inventory and tracking systems.Improved the accuracy of budget forecasts and established excellent working relationships with clients/customers.

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  Ups

  Nov 2013 - Apr 2015

  Temporary cover driver

  After relocating back to Austin from Los Angeles - Selected as a cover driver for UPS in less than 12 months while the average wait time to drive is 3-4 years.

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  Blanton museum of art: the university of texas

  May 2015 - Jul 2018

  Head of security

  Hired for all aspects of security functions across the Blanton Museum of Art three-building complex and plaza grounds, including the development and implementation of comprehensive security, health and safety, emergency preparedness, and fire prevention policies and programs to safeguard the museum staff, visitors, buildings, and grounds. Also responsible for the safety and protection of the entire works of art in the museum. Key Contributions:Rewrote the security operations manual and held targeted personnel training to increase the efficiency and professionalism of the in house security staff.Spearheaded the drive to upgrade existing physical security features to include the installation of an updated digital video surveillance system, and the removal of redundant building alarm points.Served as the point for all security related matters during special events and expanded the museum security staff to accommodate growing visitor attendance and ensure protection for the buildings. Show less

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  Last mile transportation systems

  Aug 2019 - Dec 2023

  Associate

  Solving day-to-day issues in delivery, driving, and execution of logistics. Resolving any arising problems or complaints. Working within defined processes to determine root causes for noncompliance and recommend changes for improvement.

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  Andy frain services

  Apr 2024 - now

  Event security
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  Long center for the performing arts

  Sept 2024 - now

  Security manager