aaron catlett
Director of Stores/Director of Sales at Millcraft
sale leadership operation executive | expertise spanning strategic planning , business transformation , talent development & revenue growth
performance-driven sale leader 20-year record success developing results-oriented sale plan , executing go-to-market strategy , enacting operational transformation , achieving challenging performance turnaround . sale executive leadership expertise span b2b b2c environment industry leader diverse sector across several unique market vertical . sale leader , proficient developing , optimizing , executing business development strategy . proven track record augmenting innovating process result predictable , repeatable , scalable outcome . step career working single site , territory , enterprise level , contributed value across strategy , business development , operation , customer service . identifying internal external business opportunity system ripe change , able lead transformative improvement result long-term profitable expansion . attribute much career advancement ability effectively lead talent team , drive performance competitive market , drive sustainable bottom top-line growth . knack empowering sale team creating productive , dynamic , adaptable workforce . active networker , open connecting via linkedin .
Millcraft
https://www.linkedin.com/company/millcraft
After my tenure in the jewelry sector, I transitioned to my current role, a sales and operations directorship with Millcraft, an industry leader in the paper and packaging solutions field. In this role, I drive performance across store sales, operating strategies, revenue generation, margin enhancement, facilities, logistics, and talent leadership. 

Millcraft has been experiencing considerable growth and dynamic market expansion, and I am proud of the fact that my teams have contributed to this progress. It is exciting to work for a company that values innovation and transformation, and I look forward to what the future holds for the company and the customers we serve.
Cleveland, Ohio
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Director of Stores/Director of Sales
Signet
https://www.linkedin.com/company/signetjewelers
As the regional vice president, I spearheaded growth across stores in 15 states by implementing a strategy to increase sales, performance, and the client experience. In addition to transforming sales performance, I served as chief subject matter expert regarding sales training and management. 

My strategic operations efforts across 112 stores led to increasing our brand’s reputation and market position. I augmented business functions such as product assortment, integrated marketing strategy, talent recruitment, and performance measurement. 

My achievements in this role included advancing regional sales performance by 4.8% in 2017, increasing our regional sales ranking by 92% in one-year, and expanding customer use of in-house credit by 17%.
Akron, Ohio
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Regional Vice President (Jared Division)
Signet
https://www.linkedin.com/company/signetjewelers
After receiving a promotion from general manager to district sales manager, I led all commercial functionality across retail channels, sales planning, client relationships, and customer experience. My regional planning efforts were directed at identifying emerging opportunities, maintaining existing business, and expanding our sales and market share. 

I partnered with store management to enhance recruitment, hiring, and training development, as well as increase employee retention. In addition, I expanded Jared’s footprint by capitalizing on real estate opportunities across several states. 

My key achievements as district sales manager included increasing sales by 12% over company projections, launching 6 new locations, and receiving several awards and other sales and leadership recognition.
Akron, Ohio, United States
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District Sales Manager (Jared Division)
Signet
https://www.linkedin.com/company/signetjewelers
As a general manager I directed all store business functions, including facility operations, employee administration, sales strategy development, marketing, and new-hire training. This included store P&L ownership for a location that generated $6.8M in annual sales. 

In this position, I increased my store’s rank from the bottom 10% to the top-performing location, and I reduced customer complaints by 88% through developing a proactive communications approach.
Akron, Ohio, United States
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General Manager (Jared Division)
Bachelor's degree
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
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Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
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Earned this award by taking the lowest performing District in the Division to the #2 ranked district in one year.  Accomplished this feat by earning trust of district by acting with integrity, matching words with actions and by valuing what each team member contributed to a winning environment.   Exceeded all Company training modules, was able to promote two General Managers to District Manager positions and three Assistant Managers to General Managers during this time.  Was involved in three separate Corporate tasks force to ensure training implementation and execution across the Division while being viewed as Subject Matter Expert.
Signet Inc.
Training District Manager of the Year
Was given this award for outperforming peer set across the United States when it came to leading the company in Units per transaction at the District level.   Communicated candidly with team members and stores by providing direct, concise expectations of what behaviors were desired to grow overall business while exceeding customer expectations.
Signet Inc.
District Manager Add-On Award
Earned this award for exceeding company expectations by supporting learning through encouraging team members to strive beyond their current performance levels by taking calculated risks while developing new skill sets.   Was able to accomplish this award by outperforming peer set across the United States at the District Manager level.  Exceeded all Required training modules for 100% off team while enhancing and creating new Corporate training material, was referred to as the Subject Matter Expert.
Signet Inc.
Training District Manager of the Year
Earned the Special Event Award for years 2011, 2012 and 2015 through being versatile in modifying behaviors to quickly adapt to business needs.  Led two separate districts through making demands, setting high performance standards that were strategic, systematic and detailed oriented with consistent follow up.
Was able to to grow the Special Event sector of the business in these districts by 58%, 101% and 91% respectively.
Signet Inc.
District Manager Special Event Award
Was Recipient of this award by proactively managing the District through Collaboration, Honesty, Accuracy and Consistency to  exceed Company expectations.  This award was earned by outperforming the peer set across the United States by growing overall District Sales and Profitability  while exceeding all Customer expectations.
Signet Inc.
District with highest Net Sales Increase
Was awarded the Chairman's Customer Service Award for years 2009, 2010 and 2012 by Creating vision by clarifying long-term vision, strategic focus through structure and systematic approach  to ensure Exceptional Customer Experience.  This award was given to the Top District Manger across the United States and was accomplished in two separate Districts.
Signet Inc.
District Manager Chairmans Customer Service Award
Was awarded General Manager of the Year award for growing business from $3.5 million to $5.1 million in one year.  Promoted 3 Team members to Assistant General Manager and General Manager positions during this time.  Outperformed peer set across the United States, exceeded Company Key Performance Indicators while Exceeding Guest Experience.
Signet Inc.
General Manager of the Year
Was awarded the Training General Manager of the Year award for exceeding company expectations when it came to Key Performance Indicators.  Completed and exceeded what was expected when it came to monitoring progress to exceed deadlines, tracking growth, development of staff, peers and delivering exceptional Guest Service.
Signet Inc.
Training General Manager of the Year
Was awarded Manager of the Year for Marks and Morgan Jewelers in 1998.  This award was given to the Top General Manager in the organization that exceeded company expectations while delivering compromised Guest Experience.
Signet Inc.
General Manager of the Year
The Raymond Corporation
Safety on the Move:  Train the Trainer P.I.T certification
State of Ohio
State of Ohio Department of Insurance
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Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Mike Evans
Sales and Operations Executive- Leadership Development- Agile and Empowering Leader
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Uniontown, OH
Angie Fanizzi
Sales Leadership Management/ Operations Management/ Talent Development and Growth Strategist
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Twinsburg, OH
Damaris Patterson Price (she/her/hers)
Executive Coach. DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) Management Strategist. Leadership Consultant serving professionals, managers & leadership teams.
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Greater Cleveland
Lauren Simmons
Human Resources Generalist at Millcraft
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Akron, OH
Briana Johnson
Project Coordinator at Signet Jewelers
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Greater Cleveland
Rachelle Lecznar
Director Procurement - Sourcing  at Signet Jewelers
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Greater Cleveland
Victoria Colacino
Field Repair Specialist at Signet Jewelers
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Clinton, OH
Melissa Strefeler
Inventory Control / Payroll / Food and Nutrition / Customer Service
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Peoria Metropolitan Area
Tenielle McCarron
Manager Supply Planning and Fulfillment Operations at Signet Jewelers
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Baltimore City County, MD
Bill Kordonski
People-First
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Wadsworth, OH
Craig St. Jean
Chief Technology Architect at Netlink Software Group America Inc
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New York City Metropolitan Area
Emma Arsalan
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Oakland, CA
Jessica Kocis
Director of Business Analytics | Director Business Intelligence | Advance Analytics Director | Director of Financial Planning & Analysis
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St Louis, MO
Haley Zink
Sabbatical
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Winter Garden, FL
Angelique Vu
Sr. Manager, Brand Merchandising at The Walt Disney Company
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Troy, IL
Kristin Hancock
Senior Inside Sales Representative at World Wide Technology
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St Louis, MO
Tiger Reed
Branch Manager at Barr Library, St. Louis Public Library
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Cupertino, CA
Mary Luke
Board member MBMAG retired,  at Monterey Bay Metal Arts Guild
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Detroit Metropolitan Area
Timothy Chmiel
Operations Manager at Amazon
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        Rarely do you get the opportunity to work for a strong leader that challenges you, inspires you, trains you, and believes in you. Aaron is one of the most dedicated, driven, intelligent, and dynamic leaders in the retail industry.  With versatility skills that connect with team members at all levels to foster engagement and maximize performance, Aaron is an energetic communicator that excels at creating unique performance solutions. He has proven success at every level and with every team he has been a part of in a global leader for the retail jewelry industry. But to understand the full scope of Aaron's unmatched leadership ability, you'd have to meet the hundreds of leaders that continue his legacy for people and performance in the countless years ahead. Christopher Gullo
      
          



            
              
        
              
  

    
        Aaron possesses the rare ability to effectively develop and execute vital company initiatives while balancing a people-first mentality with his team. He is a proven sales driver on every level.  Talent acquisition and development are two hallmarks of his brand. I have seen multiple examples of Aaron’s free form thinking of new ways to drive profit and motivate his team all while supporting key company goals. 
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