Sara Swanson
About Sara Swanson
Sara Swanson serves as a District Manager at GPM Investments, LLC, where she has significantly improved customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Her previous experience includes roles at Eco Water, The Connection Contact Center, and Curves, alongside academic achievements in Business Administration.
Work at GPM Investments
Sara Swanson has been serving as a District Manager at GPM Investments, LLC since 2018. In this role, she has focused on enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. She developed and enforced new store standards and procedures, which contributed to improved customer experiences. Additionally, she implemented a comprehensive training program for management staff that enhanced team performance across multiple units. Swanson also led a district-wide initiative to improve inventory management, which resulted in a significant reduction in inventory shrinkage.
Previous Experience in Management
Before her current role, Sara Swanson held several management positions. She worked as a Manager at The Connection Contact Center from 2012 to 2017, where she managed operations for five years. Prior to that, she was a Store Manager at Curves from 2010 to 2011. Her experience in these roles contributed to her skills in operational management and customer service.
Education and Expertise
Sara Swanson studied at Rock Valley College, where she earned an Associate of Arts degree in Business Administration from 2017 to 2021. She also completed the Winnebago County Regional GED program from 1999 to 2000, achieving her GED. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in business principles and management practices.
Background in Water Resources
Sara Swanson began her career as a Water Resources Specialist at Eco Water, where she worked from 2007 to 2009. This role allowed her to gain valuable experience in resource management and operational processes. Her background in this field has contributed to her overall expertise in managing operations effectively.
Achievements in Operational Efficiency
Throughout her career, Sara Swanson has successfully managed and reduced operational costs through strategic vendor negotiations and expense control measures. She also developed and executed a district-wide loss prevention strategy that effectively minimized internal theft incidents. These initiatives demonstrate her commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and safeguarding company assets.