Al Roney

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ABOUT AL RONEY

A strategic and innovative leader who has worn many hats in over 35 years in omni-channel environments generating over $700 million in sales. Ambitious and creative thinker that set record sales and profit levels, mentored and coached over 700 staff through a culture shift that enhanced retail shopping environments, the customer experience and employee engagement. Key Strengths Strategic, customer focussed, Innovative, motivating people to achieve goals and results. Career Review Over 35 years’ experience with 2 major retail companies. With SAAN stores Ltd held positions of Store Manager, District Manager and finally Regional Manager responsible for 1/3 of Canada comprised of six districts representing $70 million in sales. Was the youngest ever District Manager and the youngest ever Regional Manager. My final year with SAAN achieved record profit levels. Manitoba Liquor Control Commission, joined in 1997 as Area Sales Manager. Seconded many times to head up or participate in many major and integral corporate projects. Promoted to Assistant Director of Retail Sales; Director Retail Sales; and finally Executive General Manager of Retail Stores and was responsible for over 700 employees and over $700 million in sales. Through exceptional recruitment of talented internal and external resources and a commitment to providing employees with relevant training was able to transform corporate culture to a modern progressive retailer who delivered Excellence where service levels increased from 70% to 94% satisfaction. Continuously delivered record sales and profit levels through numerous new innovations and strategic initiatives.