RONALD W KAMAN linkedin.com/in/ron-kaman-a*******

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DUBLIN, OHIO 43017 add5r8@r.postjobfree.com

Highlights

Inventory management Conflict resolution skills

Store opening and closing procedures Team-oriented

Communication skills Recruiting and onboarding

Leader with Integrity Knowledgeable retail acumen

Negotiating skills Prospecting and CRM

Showroom Manager 10/2017 – 05/2020

Lovesac Columbus, OH

Responsible for a showroom that is ranked among the top ten volume per square footage stores at Polaris Fashion Place Mall. Upon opening our redesigned showroom, I was responsible for the recruitment of the ASM and 6 part time associates. In this position I was responsible for the recruitment, onboarding, and training of new associates the Designed For Life Selling Philosophy. As a selling manager, I coached the staff in building relationships with clients to gain their trust, build added value and overcome objections. In addition, I performed extensive prospecting and follow up through CRM using multiple platforms. I also performed employee evaluations and coached to each associate’s KPIs. I was the market recruiter for Showroom Managers and Assistant Managers. In 2018 our store enjoyed a 24% increase to comp (nearly $2 million, a new store record) as well as an increase in our conversion rate and the average ticket price. Due to our success at the Polaris location, Lovesac opened a second Columbus location in August of 2018 and a third location in February 2020.

General Manager 09/2016 - 10/2017

Destination XL Columbus, OH

Responsible for the company’s #9 volume location (nearly $3 million) and a staff of 8-9 associates. This location is a 10,000 sq. ft. space with 23,000 sku’s. Using our company best practices we increased our conversion rate, dollars per transaction, sales per hour and capture rate. Our location exceeded company expectations in the above mentioned metrics as well as units per transaction, payroll, shrinkage and alterations. I was also responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training and developing. In addition to loss prevention, audits, financial reporting, workplace safety, communications, scheduling, policies and procedures. I am knowledgeable with floor sets, merchandising, inventory control and processing. I was also the market Captain of fundraising for St. Jude’s Children's Hospital. In 2017, I was recognized at the Annual Manager’s Conference as the company’s second most profitable location.

District Manager 11/2010 - 05/2015 President Tuxedo OH

In 2010, President Tuxedo acquired Skeffington's Formalwear to expand its chain and market share to include Michigan, Ohio and Northern Kentucky.

03/2009 - 11/2010 Skeffington's Formalwear Dublin, OH

Responsible for 10 locations in Columbus, Cincinnati, Dayton, Ohio and Florence, Kentucky. With nearly $3 million in sales generated annually. Responsible for developing my team to provide a high level of personalized service to our customers in a manner which demonstrates an understanding and sensitivity to their needs and a mastery of selling skills. Developed and updated the company training manual, courses, and tests required to be completed by all of our sales associates. Assist with policies and procedures geared toward an increased average price per unit, lower exchange rates, improved customer experience and a positive work environment. Assist with input for computer programming enhancements to increase efficiency, productivity and loss prevention. Assist with input for product line decisions for both rental and retail. Network with wedding related vendors, charity functions and high schools to develop long lasting relationships and future customer referrals. Responsible for bridal show participation, scheduling, fulfilling of materials needed, setting and achieving goals and coaching and developing our bridal show team members. Responsible for conducting weekly conference calls and monthly manager's meetings to discuss pertinent information, train and hold our managers accountable to their store's metrics. I was also responsible for weekly store visits to spend one on one time with our associates, review paperwork, procedures and assist our customers. Responsible for associate performance appraisals, hiring, promoting, demoting, wage increases and terminating. Assist with the scouting of retail properties for future growth opportunities. During my tenure I've opened 2 new stores, closed 3 stores and relocated 4 stores. Assist with keeping our company's social media profiles and statuses relevant. Responsible for reporting monthly expenditures in a timely manner. Perform regular maintenance and general housekeeping of our properties as needed. Accomplishments: 10.5% revenue increase, 11.2% increase in fittings and $8.36 increase in APU. Lowest company exchange rate as a district in the company.

Store Manager 01/2007 - 03/2009

Men's Wearhouse & Tux Dublin, OH

Men's Wearhouse purchased After Hours Formalwear in April 2007. Men's Wearhouse is now the largest national formalwear chain.

Wholesale Manager/Store Manager/Area Manager/Trade Show Producer 04/1994 - 01/2007

After Hours Formalwear/Tuxedo World Dublin, OH

The Bridal Group, owned by Federated Department Stores, included After Hours Formalwear. They were the leading national formalwear retailer specializing in men's formalwear for rental and purchase. In 2001, After Hours Formalwear purchased Sempliner's Tuxedo World in their pursuit to become the first nationwide formalwear chain.

Education

Bachelor of Arts: Graphic Design Kendall College of Art & Design 1992 Grand Rapids, MI

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