Gary Wilson

Gary Wilson

Store Level Management

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Travel Advisor at Cruise Planners

  • Education

    • Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

      1989 - 1991
      Bachelor of Science (BS) Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
    • Patrick Henry Community College

      1987 - 1989
      Associate's degree Business Administration and Management, General
  • Experience

    • Lowes Foods

      Jan 1991 - Jan 1999
      Store Level Management

      - Store manager responsible for 100 team members.- Saved payroll dollars by cross training employees.- Experience in the hiring, onboarding, and evaluation of staff.- Gained a great understanding of marketing and merchandising strategies.

    • Real Estate Investing

      Aug 1998 - now
      Investor/Manager

      - Acquire and maintain quality housing for families.- Experience in negotiating purchase prices and rental contracts.- Successfully built a network of people to assist in mortgages, real estate sales, and maintenance of properties.

    • Wilson Communications, Inc

      Sept 2000 - Dec 2009
      Small Business Owner

      - Constructed and lead a team in the successful operation of 4 retail cellular phone stores.- Awarded new dealer of the year by AT&T Wireless in 2000.- Effectively maximized profitability by sales efforts and inventory management.

    • Cruise Planners Travel Agency

      Sept 2014 - now
      Franchise Owner/Travel Advisor

      - Grew a customer base from zero to a profitable growing business.- Design custom travel itineraries to ensure clients a remarkable experience and value.- Obtained Accredited Cruise Counselor certification from Cruise Line International Association.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Accredited Cruise Counselor (ACC) Certification

      Cruise Line International Association
    • North Carolina Real Estate License

      North Carolina Real Estate Commission
      Aug 1999
    • Certified Swimming Pool and Spa Operator

      State of North Carolina
      Jun 2012
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Facilitator

      Issued by Financial Peace University
      Financial Peace UniversityAssociated with Gary Wilson
    • Neigborhood Food Drive

      Issued by Clemmons Food Pantry on Feb 2013
      Clemmons Food PantryAssociated with Gary Wilson
    • Treasurer

      Issued by Clemmons West Recreation Association on Jan 2010
      Clemmons West Recreation AssociationAssociated with Gary Wilson
    • Evening Lead

      Issued by Samaritans Ministry on Jan 2004
      Samaritans MinistryAssociated with Gary Wilson