Kimbra Lee Sledd

Operations Manager

Product Manager

Product Designer

San Jose, CA, US

Available for hire fromNegotiable

Contracts

Creative Product & Brand Management Expert

Driven by my love of creating community through innovative products and services, I have cultivated a diverse professional background in management and entrepreneurship. From restaurants to EdTech, my career demonstrates my commitment to operational excellence and creative problem-solving across various industries.

Work History

Product & Brand Manager

InCirclesDesigned and implemented streamlined communication and project management processes, resulting in a 15% increase in client retention. Spearheaded integration of collaborative design thinking sessions, contributing to improved team collaboration and ideation. Established and maintained project documentation repositories, ensuring accessibility and knowledge sharing. Instituted a project risk assessment framework, resulting in decreased unforeseen challenges.

Business Operations Manager

Story2 (Acquired by Revision Learning)Jun 2022 - Aug 2023 • 1 yr 3 mosUtilized remote communication and collaboration tools to achieve company objectives. Provided technical troubleshooting for smoother operations. Developed tools to monitor financial stability and created monthly reports, highlighting strong organizational skills.

Processing Manager

Clocktower Enterprises, IncJun 2020 - Oct 2022 • 2 yrs 5 mosIntroduced a workforce management system, resulting in a 20% increase in production output. Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure successful implementation of process improvements. Developed and tracked KPI metrics, contributing to strategic growth planning. Managed day-to-day product department operations, resulting in reduced processing & packaging time.

Business Owner/Operator

The Wicked WitchesJan 2017 - Jan 2022 • 5 yrs 1 moFormulated and tested wellness products, resulting in high-quality offerings. Designed and launched a user-friendly website and ecommerce store. Created distinctive packaging for products, optimizing visual appeal and brand positioning. Executed marketing and sales strategies, driving brand awareness and revenue growth. Established client relationships, resulting in increased repeat business.

General Manager

HerbNJoyNov 2019 - May 2020 • 7 mosDeveloped and implemented an advanced inventory management process, cutting order fulfillment time by 20%. Formulated efficient workflows pre-launch to ensure seamless operations. Implemented menu management and quality control systems, achieving a 15% reduction in returns.

Education

The University of Kansas

Graphic Design2001 - 2003

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