Gregory Bernard Golden
About Gregory Bernard Golden
Gregory Bernard Golden is a Field Talent Acquisition Specialist and Sales Manager at RaceTrac, where he has worked since 2018 in the Greater Atlanta Area. He has extensive experience in retail management and talent acquisition, having held various managerial roles at companies such as Finish Line, Genesco, Jimmy Jazz, and DICK'S Sporting Goods.
Work at RaceTrac
Gregory Bernard Golden has been employed at RaceTrac since 2018, serving as a Field Talent Acquisition Specialist and Sales Manager. His role involves engaging with Operations Supervisors and General Managers to address staffing needs and streamline the hiring process. Golden has been instrumental in managing ongoing training and development for Shift Managers and Associates at a store located in Lawrenceville. He has been assigned to a market that includes four top-performing stores, notably the #1 store in Newnan, GA.
Previous Experience in Retail Management
Before joining RaceTrac, Gregory Golden accumulated extensive experience in retail management. He worked at Finish Line from 2000 to 2009 as a Store Manager and Area Manager, overseeing operations in the Southeastern United States. He also served as a District Manager in Training and Sales Manager at Genesco from 2016 to 2018. His career includes a position as Store Manager at Jimmy Jazz for one year in 2009 and as Sales Manager, Loss Prevention, and Onboarding Manager at DICK'S Sporting Goods from 2010 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Gregory Golden studied at Tuskegee University, where he focused on Architecture from 1992 to 1999. His educational background has contributed to his analytical skills and understanding of operational management within the retail sector. Golden has completed a two-month fast-track management program, which equipped him with the necessary skills to oversee operations of a $3.5 million store, demonstrating his capability in budgeting, forecasting resources, and monitoring staffing recommendations.
Career Development and Responsibilities
Throughout his career, Gregory Golden has taken on increasing levels of responsibility across various roles. He has managed training programs and developed staff at multiple locations, ensuring high standards of customer engagement and operational efficiency. His experience includes moving to markets in Cobb and Gwinnett counties, where he adapted to new challenges and responsibilities. His recruitment by a RaceTrac EVP was based on his exceptional customer engagement experience at Genesco.