Lauren Allhands

Experience

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  Cincinnati Ballet

  Oct 2004 - May 2006

  Trainee Dancer

  - Performed in national tours of large productions, such as Romeo and Juliet, Swan Lake, A Mid Summer’s Night Dream, and The Nutcracker.

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  Jimmy John's

  Sept 2006 - May 2008

  Assistant Manager

  - Managed staff and provided customer service coaching.- Ensured store compliance with all health and safety protocols.- Developed marketing initiatives to drive revenue.- Maintained accurate store inventory, cash drawers, and fiscal shift reporting.

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  Ballet Austin

  Sept 2006 - May 2007

  Trainee Dancer

  - Participated in exclusive training program that focused on perfecting ballet technique and gaining exposure to neo-classical works.- Trained and performed with main company.

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  Barkley Properties

  May 2008 - Dec 2008

  Leasing and Administrative Assistant

  - Handled leasing for forty properties as well as office duties such as bookkeeping and client correspondence.

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  The Men's Wearhouse, Inc

  Mar 2009 - Feb 2014

  Operations Manager

  - Lead a department earning over one million dollars of annual revenue.- Supervised Customer Service Associate team.- Oversaw store operations including corporate compliance, supplies ordering, and money handling.- Coordinate and execute local market participation in runway fashion shows and bridal expos.

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  Brighton Center

  Feb 2014 - now

  • Oversee operations and facilities for five physical locations and eight county service region.• Manage marketing, outreach, and social media initiatives.• Facilitate the collaboration of 16 system-wide partners.• Ensure effective service delivery and performance, meeting or exceeding contractual KPI benchmarks. - Oversees daily operation of accredited, post-secondary job training program.- Ensures operations are carried out properly, per licensure, accreditation, and contract guidelines.- Supports the development and maintenance of skill training curricula.- Supervises and supports staff by providing vision, coaching, and technical skill development.- Analyzes program data for outcomes and reporting purposes. - Empowers students to make decisions regarding training and career strategies and utilizes community resources to ensure success.- Develops and implements professional and soft skill curricula and assists students with resume, job search, and interview preparation.- Manages career services data and outcomes for reporting purposes.- Networks with employers and facilitates student internships and job placement.

  • Director of Kentucky Career Center Operations

    Oct 2022 - now

  • Center for Employment Training Coordinator

    Jul 2019 - Oct 2022

  • Career Coach

    Feb 2014 - Jul 2019