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Erin T. Watkins

Union City

Summary

Professional tennis instructor with proven ability to elevate both team and individual performance. Skilled in strategic coaching, player development, and event management. Known for fostering collaborative environments and adapting to changing needs to achieve top results. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Tennis Professional

Indian Hills Country Club
01.2021 - Current
  • Oversee the junior tennis program, including scheduling coordinating their matches throughout the season
  • Address and resolve member concerns promptly to ensure a positive experience
  • Plan and execute Summer holiday round robins to boost member participation and engagement
  • Successfully converted 30% of summer camp attendees into year-round junior tennis program participants
  • Provide private and group instruction to members in both tennis and pickleball
  • Manage all adult rosters and oversee year-round court assignments

Assistant Tennis Professional

Indian Hills Country Club
02.2013 - 01.2021
  • Developed and delivered dynamic daily lesson plans tailored to both adult and junior players
  • Partnered with the Catering department to create and execute customized tennis menus for monthly events and matches
  • Organized and coordinated all ALTA and USTA team practices for adults and juniors
  • Manage all adult and junior team rosters and oversaw year-round court assignments
  • Designed and launched an adult challenge ladder to enhance member engagement and competition

Fresh Manager/Asst. Store Manager

Sam’s Club 4802
09.2010 - 11.2012
  • Successfully managed a $15M operation encompassing bakery, meat, deli, and cafe departments
  • Delivered a $55K gross profit increase in Q1 through strategic sales and expense management
  • Achieved the highest sales growth in Market 4 in 2011, with gains of 14.8% in Bakery, 19.2% in Meat, and 17.8% overall in Fresh
  • Drove a 22.9% increase in the Fresh departments generating $340k in profit for FYE 2012
  • Regularly analyze P&L statements to optimize expenses and set accurate payroll budgets
  • Performed monthly inventories to minimize shrinkage and maintain optimal stock levels
  • Generated a 14.1% sales increase in Q2 2012, contributing $120k in profit for the club

Manager in Training

Sam’s Club 4810
05.2010 - 09.2010
  • Reviewed sales tracking and profit reports to identify trends and guide feature business strategies
  • Completed a 16-week rotational program gaining hands-on experience in Membership/Marketing, Front End Operations, Accounting, Auditing, and Merchandising
  • Evaluated Fresh department income against sales and key controllables, offering actionable recommendations to drive growth revenue

Education

Masters of Business Administration - Marketing

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA
05.2010

Bachelors of Arts Communication - Communication Studies

Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI
05.2008

Skills

  • Sales experience
  • Lesson planning
  • Problem-solving
  • Customer service
  • Organizational skills
  • CPR/AED
  • Effective communication

Timeline

Head Tennis Professional

Indian Hills Country Club
01.2021 - Current

Assistant Tennis Professional

Indian Hills Country Club
02.2013 - 01.2021

Fresh Manager/Asst. Store Manager

Sam’s Club 4802
09.2010 - 11.2012

Manager in Training

Sam’s Club 4810
05.2010 - 09.2010

Bachelors of Arts Communication - Communication Studies

Marquette University

Masters of Business Administration - Marketing

Clark Atlanta University
Erin T. Watkins