Ashley Sparks McDonald
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Passionate leader with proven success in driving sales results to grow business in a retail environment while successfully building high performance teams.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
District Manager
Bath and Body Works
02.2018 - Current
- Led multi-store operations to enhance customer experience and drive sales growth
- Successfully exceeded sales plan with over 30 million in annual sales and year-over-year growth
- Mentored store managers on best practices to foster a high-performance culture across the district
- Teach staff to observe and engage with the customers to build strong connections and brand loyalty
- Achieved the Selling Excellence Summit, producing results in the Top 10% of the company
District Manager
Rue 21
07.2014 - 02.2018
- Recipient of numerous leadership awards, including 2015 and 2016 awards for best team retention, sales, and shrink. Across these metrics, ranked 3rd in the company among 110 district managers
- Resourceful professional; adept at collaborating closely with management to delegate and complete daily tasks, directing operations, and supervising teams to achieve company objectives
District Manager
Wet Seal
10.2006 - 07.2014
- Drive sales, staffing, and service standards for a district covering 14 stores
- Recruit, develop, and motivate high-performing teams
- Utilize analytical tools and strategic agility to boost sales
- Extensive experience providing research and feedback to corporate departments
Store Manager
Wet Seal
05.2003 - 09.2006
- Set numerous sales records while operating one of the most successful locations in the company (top 5 of 500 locations)
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Missouri State University
SpringfieldSkills
- Consistently hit targeted goals as a top performer with a long list of awards, recognitions, and bonuses over the years
- Ability to use CRM and sales reporting to create strategic business plans and drive results
- Strong verbal and written communication utilizing Outlook, excel, Word, Power Point, and social media platforms
- Consistently maintained low turnover with a high retention level
Timeline
District Manager
Bath and Body Works
02.2018 - Current
District Manager
Rue 21
07.2014 - 02.2018
District Manager
Wet Seal
10.2006 - 07.2014
Store Manager
Wet Seal
05.2003 - 09.2006
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Missouri State University