DANA
BURKE
BUSINESS OWNER
*************@*****.***
Bumpass, Virginia 23024
CONTACT
Ambitious individual with proven
track record of launching successful
businesses, establishing and
managing operations, and driving
financial results. Respected leader
who is adept at cultivating
relationships with customers and
employees, and motivating teams to
work together to achieve business
objectives. Exceptional problem-
solving and communication skills,
with a focus on creating customer-
centric solutions to drive business
growth.
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Part Owner
Gemini Collaborative LLC, Bumpass, Virginia
Front Desk Office Manager
All sycles Xtreme, Mosley, Va
Bar Manager
The Southerly, Henrico, Va
EXPERIENCE
May 2021 - Present
• Reviewed product strategy for organizational goal alignment.
• Drafted a business plan that outlined company goals and objectives.
• Manage all phases of production of the candles.
• Salesperson for our product.
Work as a team to develop marketing strategies and to build our website.
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• Scheduled deliveries with service vendors or product suppliers. Identified problems, made decisions, and interpreted results based on quantitative techniques.
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April 2015 - June 2018
Reviewed monthly financial results with partners to identify opportunities to improve profitability.
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Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and
• procedures.
• Managed all incoming and outgoing shipping.
In charge of front desk which included answering phones, booking of appointments, scheduling of repair work for service staff, greeting customers and problem solving.
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Developed existing team into high productivity, results-oriented unit
• through creative initiatives.
March 2013 - April 2015
Promoted and coordinated upcoming bar events, fundraisers and vendor opportunities.
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Enforced state liquor regulations to maintain positive and safe atmosphere for customers.
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• Updated bar menu for alternating seasonal and holiday promotions.
• Built and managed team to keep daily operations running smoothly. Monitored employee and patron activities to enforce liquor regulations.
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• Recruited, hired and trained new members of bar staff. Education In Early Childhood Education (AECE)
John Tyler Community College, Chester, Va
EDUCATION
May 2018
SKILLS
• New Business Development
• Work Planning and Prioritization
• Team Leadership
• Professional Relationships
• Production Standards
• Customer Experience
• Issue Resolution
References available upon request
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