Danae Barrett

About Danae Barrett

SKILLS ASSESSMENT Analytical:Provide thoughtful and detailed analysis for major projects in a retail chain of stores. For example, studied data, discovered patterns of information, and illustrated the information through spreadsheets that enabled managers to see trends in use of training hours with budget implications.With the outcome in mind, design programs and solutions that are customized for the organization that encompasses both the details and considers the key stakeholders who need to be involved.Organization:Planned and executed multiple training programs including new store openings, advanced selling skills programs and merger integration programs and philosophies.Managed the new hire training process for 65 stores. Developed and delivered curriculum, coached managers and employees, established timelines and reaped results for the company. Opened seven new stores on time with a majority of their staff trained and ready opening day. Received an award for outstanding performance in opening the Redmond Town Center store as nominated by a regional vice president.Facilitated a survey to provide feedback to individual stores on how to improve their new hire training execution.Coached Field Leaders on leadership performance.Relationship Building:Nurture networks of people through exemplary communication and interpersonal skills to accomplish mutual goals. Partner with business owners and subject matter experts to develop and continuously improve training programs at the front line.Take pride in helping others succeed. An excellent team member.

Experience

1. Learning & Development Partner

   MGM Resorts International

   Oct 2021 — Present · Las Vegas, NV, US

   Learning/New Hire Orientation Facilitator at Aria Resort & Casino

Education

• Bremerton High School

  Diploma

  1983 — 1987

• University of Mount Union

  BA, International Business and Economics with German

  1987 — 1991

Skills

• Budgets
• Visual Merchandising
• Process Improvement
• Retail
• Merchandising
• Customer Satisfaction
• Training
• Human Resources
• Coaching
• Interviewing
• Employee Engagement
• Recruiting
• Staff Development
• Succession Planning
• Teamwork
• Team Leadership
• Employee Relations
• Program Management
• Customer Service
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Sales
• Organizational Development
• Leadership
• Analysis
• Management
• Team Building
• Interviews
• Leadership Development
• Store Management
• Talent Management