Youth Development Leader and Mentor Manager

LLADON COOK

Inglewood CA 310-***-**** ******@*****.***

Professional leader with background in youth development and mentorship. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in conflict resolution, program planning, and community outreach. Driven by passion for empowering young people and fostering supportive environment.

• Networking • Project Planning

• Public Speaking • Leadership and team building

• Training and development • Motivation techniques

• Career planning • Problem-solving skills

• Life skills counseling • Teamwork and collaboration

• Reliability • Multitasking

LXP General Manager, 01/2024 - 03/2025

Foot Locker – Hollywood, CA

• Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.

• Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.

• Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.

• Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development. General Manager Jumpman LA, 01/2021 - 12/2023

Foot Locker – Los Angeles, CA

• Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations. Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.

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• Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.

• Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty. PROFILE

Skills

RELATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE

Co-Manager, 2020 - 2021

Foot Locker – Compton / Melrose Location

• Managed inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels while minimizing shrinkage and wastage. Resolved complex customer complaints promptly and effectively, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction while protecting business interests.

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Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety regulations by monitoring operations on a daily basis.

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Collaborated with Store Manager to develop promotional strategies that effectively attracted new customers and increased foot traffic.

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Program Coordinator, 2016 - 2018

Brotherhood Crusade – Los Angeles, CA

Utilized various teaching methods such as role-playing and group discussions to engage different learning styles within the group successfully.

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Facilitated life skills workshops for diverse groups, fostering personal growth and improved decision- making abilities.

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Evaluated participant progress regularly through assessments, adjusting curriculum as needed to maximize results.

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Worked closely with support staff such as counselors or social workers to address additional needs affecting clients'' participation in the program.

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Director and National Facilitator, 2014 - 2016

US Soccer Foundation LA – Los Angeles, CA

• Designed strength training regimens that complemented sport-specific skills development. Expanded exercise offerings by staying current on industry trends, certifications, and continuing education opportunities.

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Partnered with local schools to develop youth sports clinics fostering skill development in a fun environment.

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Bachelor of Science: Sociology

Morehouse College - Atlanta, Georgia

High School Diploma

William Workman High School - City of Industry, CA EDUCATION

Awards

Community Recognition, 2023, 2020, Obsess Over Customer, 2023, 2022, 2020, Million Dollar Gain Club, 2021, Top Dollar Gain - Silver Award, 2021

“I Have a Dream” Foundation, Volunteer, Los Angeles Harvest Tabernacle, Volunteer

Juvenile Detention Center, Volunteer

Community Service

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