Christian L. Heyward
P.O. Box ***** Telephone: 843-***-****
North Charleston, SC 29419 ac0vyu@r.postjobfree.com
WORK EXPERIENCE
Selling Manager Ralph Lauren 2016-Presemt
Develop, implement, and review strategies that promote the Ralph Lauren Experience for clients
Schedule and manage associate time cards utilizing Kronos system
Collect, analyze, and summarize financial reports and payroll with WFM software
Establish personal networks for a multi-billion dollar corporation
Evaluate and investigate competitors and trends in the field
Act as a liaison to the RL corporate hierarchy
Monitor distribution and receiving of inventory in TruVue and Telnet systems
Sales Associate Ralph Lauren 2015-2016
Managed and executed special projects
Trained new hires on company policy and procedures
Engaged and assisted clients and employees
Successfully developed and communicated strategies to exceed operational goals
Enrollment Specialist Virginia College 2013-2014
Advised students on educational and personal goals
Organized and executed daily activities to achieve performance goals
Managed multiple student recruitment and retention projects simultaneously
Developed, planned, and implemented short- and long-range goals
Library Coordinator Virginia College 2013-2013
Managed and implemented custom textbook inventory processes
Assisted with the development and implementation of goals, policies, and procedures consistent with those of the organization to ensure efficient and safe operation of the library.
Oversaw the acquisition, cataloging, processing and arrangement of materials.
Maintained and compiled statistical data regarding library operations and conducted annual inventory of library materials
Supported academic programs by reviewing, evaluating, and recommending library materials and
served as a liaison to administration and the teaching faculty in this process.
Learning Success Center Manager Virginia College 2011-2012
ASVAB Administrator
Managed a staff of ten employees
Liaised between student body and academic and administrative departments
Facilitated onboarding process for new hires
Developed weekly/monthly reports that displayed percent change in grades, performance,
participation, and program effectiveness
Independently investigated and analyzed best practices to draw appropriate conclusions
Developed and applied communication strategies to cultivate academic and social awareness
Devised appropriate teaching techniques for various learning styles
Instructed mandatory classes for new students
Developed and lead various training workshops for employees/colleagues
Coordinated educational, social, cultural and outreach workshops for the campus
Scheduled and administered ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) study skills and
training for potential United States Military enlistees
Tutored GED candidates and at-risk students
Encouraged and motivated students and colleagues to strive towards their potential
Advised students in selecting courses pertaining to specific programs of study
Organized and maintained confidential academic records
Disseminated information to campus via print, digital, and social media outlets
Daily updated events, testing and meeting dates, and etc. on campus online calendar
ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) Initiative 2011-2012
Awarded with two challenge coins by the United States of America Military
Lead all campuses in civilian and military pass rate
Campus pass rates exceeded others in excess of 45%
Devised civilian guidelines and contract for program participation
Forecasted weekly matrix of program success rate
Customer Service Representative Tanger Outlet 2008-2011
Managed and budgeted financial deposits
Trained newly hired employees
Coordinated Merchant Meetings for over fifty businesses
Updated operational files and Certificate of Insurance
Demonstrated customer service and sales experience with a company listed on NYSE
Directly assisted the General and Assistant General Manager
Liaised between Tanger Outlet and various local business partners
Oversaw the inventory and maintenance of vending equipment
Operated in office in the position of lead customer service representative
Managed the implementation of various local and national promotions (AAA,AARP)
EDUCATION
Master of Management and Leadership May 2016
Webster University, North Charleston, South Carolina
Certified Diversity and Inclusion Professional February 2016
D.T.U.I., San Francisco, California
Bachelor of Arts in Communication December 2008
College of Charleston, Charleston, South Carolina
Emphasis: Corporate and Organizational Communication
Associate of Liberal Arts May 2006
Trident Technical College, North Charleston, South Carolina
Skills:
Public Speaking, Persuasive Speaking, Strategic Design, Interpersonal Conflict Resolution, Diversity
and Inclusion Resolution
Software:
Microsoft Office Programs: PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
CampusVue, Windows 7, 8, XP, Vista, 2000, KRONOS, ADP, WFM, PRODCO, Citrix, TruVue,Telnet
Professional Accomplishments:
Noel Levitz Student Satisfaction Survey (2011-2012)
Learning Success Center, ranked first most improved department
Learning Success Center, ranked second most valuable department
Learning Success Center, ranked second most effective department
Professional Affiliations:
Toastmasters International, Phi Beta Lambda (advisor)