1. LANETTRA D. NORRIS
7944 Sunkist Dr. • Oakland, CA 94605 • 510.715.7741 • lanettranorris@comcast.net
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
Proven performer who relishes the accountability and independent responsibility in today’s
industry. Successful management style that fosters team oriented environment in the workplace.
A professional in customer relations: quality customer care with aggressive solution and problem
solving skills using intuition, compassion and diplomacy. Quick to resolve any situation: self-
directed with strong work ethic and sense of urgency, able to meet demanding project time
frames without compromising service or quality. Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills combined with a creative and pro-active can-do spirit.
OperationsManagement Customer Service Team Building
Team Leadership Computer Skills Professionalism
Creativity Time Management Policy & Procedure
Employee Training Problem Solving Logistics
CustomerRelations Project Planning Internal Audit
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
8/05-present
City Ops Manager/Sr. Ops Manager, Dollar Thrifty Operations, San Francisco, CA (a HertzCompany)
Successful management of $50m operation with year over year profit averaging over 20% to bottom line
Lead and manage a cohesive and diverse staff of 75 employees in an airport location keeping overtime under 2% goal
Manage revenue growth for sales initiatives with steady improvement over targets for the last 2 years
Selection, training, evaluation, motivation and mentoring of key personnel in team oriented environment
Compile and interpret data for daily, weekly, and monthly reports using MS Office and in house systems
Communication and implementation of corporate policies/procedures in line with SOX and company audit standards
Positive customer relations using conflict resolution and survey data to improve service issues
7/03-8/05
Dollar Brand Manager, Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Oakland, CA
Developed and implemented location strategies with management team after corporate merger
Improved customer service metrics by introducing new culture and attitude
Compiled and interpreted data for daily, weekly, and monthly reports using MS Office
Selected, trained, and evaluated key personnel using behavioral interviewing process
Communicated and implemented local/corporate policies and procedures in accordance with audit standards
1/01-7/03
AirportManager,Thrifty Car Rental, San Francisco, CA
Successfully turned airport operation into efficient and productive location
Implemented corporate policies and procedures after takeover ensuring compliance
Assisted in developing business plans for airport and standalone locations
Facilitated implementation of new computer system as well as training of staff
Increased customer service metrics for the locations through investigation and retraining
2. 2/96-12/00
Station Manager/City Manager, National Car Rental, Oakland, CA
Responsible for profitability and productivity of airport and local store locations
Reviewed P & L statements and modified business plans
Presented and prepared data and analysis for location reviews to Regional Vice President and Staff
Successfully operated in union environment
Facilitated implementation of new computer system
Logistics lead for major location move from stand alone to airport Rent-A-Car center
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences, University of California, Davis 1994
SPECIAL SKILLS/TRAINING
Cultural Ambassador Dollar Thrifty Group San Francisco
First Aid Certification Course, November 2014
CPR Certification Course, November 2014
Assistant Volleyball Coach