Katherine K.

Experience

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  CROSSMARK

  Jun 2007 - Jan 2008

  Integrated Data Services Manager

  Utilized AC Nielsen Data & Space Management programs; collected, managed and analyzed data to be formulated into presentations for Account Executives, Directors, Clients and Customers. Focused on category segmentation, product analysis and promotional trends to increase the efficiency of business and increase the profit margin.

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  Family Dollar

  Mar 2008 - Dec 2015

  This role is responsible for providing support to the Store Development team in the design, planning and execution of Store Projects. -FY13 – 2nd Quarter – Chairman’s Circle Award Winner – Compelling Place to Invest -Execution of 1000+ on-site store surveys and 1500+ Post Project phone surveys-Execution of Annual Labor Capitalization Time Studies - FY13 net expense savings of $4.0M-Improved team efficiencies to absorb new workload of 337.5 man hours -Increase of direct report headcount by 50%.-Launched an execution tracking report which improved New Store Openings by 25% in Fiscal 2013.-Developed a forecast tool to plan labor capacity to support new store growth and store renovations.-Improved Fiscal 2013 month to month project flow by 52% over Fiscal 2012-Reduced outside labor expenditures by $1.05M in Fiscal 2013. Show less

  • District Manager

    Feb 2015 - Dec 2015

  • Performance Manager - Store Operations

    Jan 2014 - Feb 2015

  • Manager, Store Development Support

    May 2012 - Dec 2013

  • Project Manager - Store Operations Support

    Nov 2010 - May 2012

  • Specialist, New Store Allocation

    Oct 2009 - Nov 2010

  • Space Planning Analyst

    Oct 2008 - Sept 2009

  • Visual Merchandising Specialist

    Mar 2008 - Sept 2008
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  Under Armour

  Jan 2016 - Jun 2024

  -Developed and implemented a RFID training strategy for DTC retail stores, driving a 97% improvement in retail store inventory accuracy. - Created and facilitated a blended learning strategy for the rollout of the ADP Workforce Management technology and process in all global retail stores, reducing Store Manager administrative time by 10% per week. - Executed the Global Retail Teammate Experience project, a single integration people solution for 12,000 retail teammates worldwide as the PMO. - Established a comprehensive talent development project management process, realizing a 48% reduction in the team’s redundant tasks. - Instituted a Global District Manager Onboarding Program and leadership cohort training program, which contributed to a reduction in District Manager turnover by half by the end of the 3rd year of implementation. - Led all change management efforts related to assigned talent development projects. - Re-engineered the company Core Competencies and Leadership Expectations. - Supported the Parents for Professional Growth, Teammate Resource Group from 2020 – 2024, Show less - Led a team of three direct reports dedicated to managing the execution of individual account strategies and shop development/construction. - Executed the North American wholesale store development process. - Managed executive-level long-term goals and strategic planning for strategic channels of business. - Launched the North America Store Development Center of Excellence Program. - Established a regional on-the-job training and development plan. - Instituted account-level cost reconciliation process, improving transparency of quarterly Capex spend. - Delivered 8% Capex savings on the Dicks Sporting Goods - UA Headquarters Project in 2016. Show less

  • Manager, Global Talent Development

    Aug 2018 - Jun 2024

  • Manager, Strategic Accounts - Global Store Development Wholesale

    Jan 2016 - Aug 2018
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  The Gardens Ice House

  Jan 2019 - now

  Skating Coach

  Private Lesson Coach with a focus in Power skating, Hockey skating skills development, and Learn to Skate USA- US Figure Skating Field Moves Gold Medalist and Intermediate Freestyle level test- 2002 Senior US National Synchronized Skating Champion- 2002 United States World Team member- USA Hockey: CEP Level 3- PSA Figure Skating: Basic Accreditation

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  Tri-City Eagles Youth Hockey Association

  Apr 2023 - now

  Skating Director & Lead Advisor, Non-Hockey Operations

  - Championed in-season team-level skating development for ages 6U – 19U.- Established and spearheaded off-season Advanced Power Skating Clinics for ages 6U – 19U.- Oversaw club events, marketing, social media, fundraising, and merchandising director positions for this 501c3 Non-Profit Organization.- Guided and oversaw decisions in alignment with Hockey Association strategies, goals, and bylaws.

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  Premier Edge Skating

  Jun 2024 - now

  Founder and Coach

  -Provide hockey skating development and power skating development for AA and AAA hockey players ages 6U – 19U in the greater DMV area.

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  EagleBank

  Sept 2024 - now

  Organizational Development Facilitator