1. Cody Key
General Manager
Fort Smith, AR 72908
ckeysolutions@gmail.com - 8706758774
Focused Operations Manager successful in contract negotiation and process improvement. Remains calm
and poised
even in high-pressure situations. Leverages in-depth knowledge of industry trends and shifts to offer valuable
insights on
opportunities for new growth and expansion.
Core Qualifications:
Operations management Combat Trained
Staff development Trained Marksman
Inventory control Combat Lifesaver
Policy/program development Facility Management
Supervision and training Risk Management
Calm under pressure
Vauto
ADP
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
WORK EXPERIENCE
Owner/Trainer
Key II Fitness, LLC - August 2015 to Present
This Company began as a personal training studio in Camden, AR. I grew it to over 180 members where we
did large bootcamp classes. I have since converted several clients to online training. I specialized in at risk
clients with more than 50lbs or more to lose.
General Manager
Performance Chevrolet - Camden, AR - March 2015 to August 2015
Managed and team of 28 employees. In six months time I grew the company by 27% in staff. Reduced and
controlled
expenses by studying the monthly P and L and developed strategic strategies to grow in volume and net profit
monthly. After developing a strategic marketing plan and new sales processs in place our volume grew more
than 350% with a net profit growth more than 800%.
General Sales Manager
Rhodes Chevrolet - Van Buren, AR - June 2014 to March 2015
Increased sales by 100% within 6 months and net profit by more than 200%. Assisted in increasing the revenue
in fixed operations by working directly with the owner.
General Sales Manager
Smith Chevrolet - Fort Smith, AR - August 2009 to June 2014
Advanced quickly through the company beginning as a salesperson, within six months I was promoted to a
finance
2. manager. With one year experience I was advance to finance director over three franchises, before being
promoted as the general sales manager. As the general sales manager, we grew our pre-owned sales by
120% by using the Dale Pollack's velocity method and new car sales by 40%. We also achieved and maintaned
a pre-owned turn rate of less than 30 days.
Bridge Crew Member Engineer
US Army Recruiter - February 2002 to August 2011
February 2002 to August 2011
US Army
Trained as a 92A (logistics) upon entering the army, then re-classed to a 12C (Bridge Crew Member Engineer).
I was
well trained in multiple weapon systems and urban warfare. I advance very quickly from E-1 to E-6(p) within
6 years of my
enlistment time. I was also selected to be an Army Recruiter and was recruiter of the OKC Battalion multiple
times.
Additional Duties Trained as:
Combat Lifesaver
Facilities Manager
Physical Security Manager
Weight Control NCO
Driver Insructor
EDUCATION
Dealership Operations
NADA Dealer Academy - McLean, VA
2011 to 2012
High School Diploma in General
Arkoma High School - Arkoma, OK
2002
Grantham University - Kansas City, MO
SKILLS
Dealership Management (6 years), Personal Training (3 years), Recruitment (3 years), Large Group Fitness
Training (2 years), Dealership Finance (3 years), Sales Management (7 years)
MILITARY SERVICE
Service Country: United States
Branch: US Army
Rank: E-6
February 2003 to December 2011
Began as a 12C (Bridge Crewmember), I built water and dry land bridges. I worked in operations, managing
personnel and planning missions up to a Brigade level.
Served as an Army Recruiter for 3 years.
3. Commendations:
Army Acheivment Medal x2Army Accomadation MedelDrivers BadgeMarksmenNational DefenseGold Badge
RecruiterRecruiter of the Batalion
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
I am a Professional Athlete with the Nspire Sports League.