Evelyn Mc Craw
About Evelyn Mc Craw
Evelyn Mc Craw is a Store Manager at Wickes in Dumfries, United Kingdom, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive retail experience, having held various managerial positions at Next, WHSmith, and Peacocks over a career spanning several decades.
Work at Wickes
Evelyn Mc Craw has been serving as the Store Manager at Wickes in Dumfries, United Kingdom, since 2018. In this role, she oversees daily operations, manages staff, and ensures customer satisfaction. Her tenure at Wickes has lasted for six years, during which she has developed a strong understanding of the retail environment and customer needs.
Previous Retail Experience
Before joining Wickes, Evelyn held several significant positions in retail management. She worked as a Store Manager at Next from 2014 to 2018 for four years. Prior to that, she was the Store Manager at Peacocks from 2003 to 2012 for nine years. Her career in retail began at WHSmith, where she served as Assistant Store Manager from 1991 to 2003 for twelve years in Glasgow.
Education and Expertise
Evelyn completed her secondary education at Kings Park Secondary School in Glasgow, achieving six O’Levels. She furthered her education at Langside College, where she earned a merit in IT. Additionally, she studied Retail Administration at Glasgow S&S Education College, achieving a grade 1. Her educational background supports her expertise in HR and recruitment, which she applies to building effective store teams.
Training and Development Roles
Evelyn has experience as a Regional Trainer, where she provided training and development for store teams across multiple locations. This role involved enhancing the skills of staff members and ensuring they are equipped to meet the demands of the retail environment. Her focus on training contributes to the overall effectiveness of the teams she manages.
Succession Planning in Retail
Evelyn possesses expertise in succession planning, which involves identifying and developing future leaders within the retail industry. This skill is crucial for ensuring that organizations have a pipeline of qualified individuals ready to take on leadership roles, thereby supporting long-term business success.