Traci Merrick
About Traci Merrick
Traci Merrick is a Support Operations Manager with extensive experience in retail talent management and public speaking. She holds a Master of Arts from Ohio University and an MBA from the University of Phoenix, and has worked in various managerial roles at Crate and Barrel and Bluecrew.
Work at Bluecrew
Traci Merrick has been serving as the Support Operations Manager at Bluecrew since 2019. In this role, she oversees various operational aspects to ensure efficient support services. Her responsibilities include managing resources and talent allocation, which has led to recognition from management for her effective skills in these areas. Traci's experience in this position contributes to the overall success of Bluecrew's operations in the United States.
Education and Expertise
Traci Merrick holds a Master of Arts (MA) from Ohio University, which she completed between 2002 and 2004. She also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Human Resource Management from the University of Phoenix, studying from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Theatre from Saginaw Valley State University. This diverse educational background supports her expertise in retail talent management and operations.
Background in Retail Management
Traci Merrick has over 15 years of experience in retail talent management. She worked at Crate and Barrel for a total of 14 years, first as an Assistant Manager from 2003 to 2011 and later as a General Manager from 2012 to 2018. During her tenure, she operated in various locations including Schaumburg, Chicago, and Oakbrook, Illinois. Her roles involved team motivation and achieving sales goals, demonstrating her capability in retail management.
Experience in Theatre and Marketing
Traci Merrick began her career in the arts as a Marketing Assistant/Group Sales at Steppenwolf Theatre Company from 2003 to 2004. This position provided her with foundational experience in marketing within the theatre industry. Her background in theatre complements her skills in public speaking and consensus building, which are valuable in her current operational role.
Public Speaking and Consensus Building Skills
Traci Merrick is recognized as a confident and effective public speaker. She possesses a talent for building consensus within diverse communities, which enhances her ability to lead teams and manage operations. These skills have been instrumental in her career, particularly in her roles in retail management and her current position at Bluecrew.