Robert Parker III
******************@*****.***
**** *** **. ** **********, DC 20011 (813)-373-
1219
Summary of Qualifications
Self-directed, results-oriented professional offering a proven career
history of sales and marketing with notable accomplishments and steadfast
leadership. A combination of hands-on and cross-functional sales and
marketing with effective managerial skills. A direct and decisive Manager
who leads by example and exhibits talents in organization, time management,
prioritizing, delegating, and troubleshooting. Solution-focused attitude;
recognized as a competent decision-maker with a keen ability to identify,
analyze, and minimize issues. Well-honed communication skills; effective in
developing strong working relationships with the management team.
Exceptional Interpersonal and Communication Skills - Excellent
communication and sales skills, as well as time management and
organizational skills; accustomed to working in fast-paced sales and
marketing environments with the key ability to create and maintain
profitable business relationships.
Work Ethic and Professionalism - Solid professional standards; a sales
professional and Manager who maintains focus on achieving bottom-line
results while ensuring outstanding customer satisfaction.
Education
Howard University Washington, D.C.
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration GPA 3.25 in
Major
Courses: Advertising, Organization Management, Marketing Communications,
Consumer Behavior, Personal Selling
Professional Experience
D.C. Parks & Recreation Washington, D.C.
Recreation Specialist 2010
. Prepare oral and written reports on all aspects of the recreation
program as required.
. Evaluate youth leaders and jointly develop improvement plans when
necessary.
. Demonstrated continuous effort to improve operations, decrease
turnaround times, streamline work processes, and worked cooperatively
and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
Prepaid Legal Service Inc. Washington, D.C.
Manager 2010
. Managed and supported a group of Associates and issued outstanding
guidance and leadership to them.
. Created entertaining and well-thought out presentations for audience
members seeking new opportunities.
. Supervised operations of Associates; encouraged and implemented ideas
of productivity and efficiency.
Hard Rock Caf Washington, D.C.
Sales Associate 2007
. Consistently ensured quality service for each patron shopping at the
Hard Rock memorabilia gift shop.
. Informed guests about merchandise, and maintained the highest level of
satisfaction among shoppers.
. Demonstrated expertise in keeping merchandise items attractively
displayed to ensure high customer traffic.
Champs Sports Tampa, FL
Sales Associate 2005
. Management recognized as #2 Salesman in the store for demonstrating
outstanding sales performance.
. Provided fast, friendly, efficient service to each customer during
peak times in top-tier store in Florida.
. Lead location to top in company sales; exceeded the top store in
Manhattan during key July 4th weekend.
. Identified business challenges and collaboratively shaped solutions to
resolve customer service issues.
Activities
Intercollegiate Athletics:
Team Captain: Led members of team and ensured that team works together
harmoniously.
Member: Three year starter. Participated in 20+ hours per week through team-
oriented activities and individual training, including: weight training,
skill work, practice, conditioning, film study, and meetings.
Community Service:
Mentored, tutored, and participated in many home reconstruction projects to
Hurricane Katrina survivors.