Damon Risch, Jr
Roseville
Summary
Business Analytics major with over three years of experience in Microsoft Office, Excel, and data analysis tools. Proven ability to enhance performance and efficiency through data entry, reporting, and visualization. Demonstrated expertise in process improvement and team training, contributing to effective business operations. Committed to supporting data-driven initiatives and professional growth while completing a bachelor's degree.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Training and Process Lead
Ace Hardware
Rocklin
05.2020 - 08.2025
- Trained and supported new and experienced employees in a high-volume warehouse, leading a team of 55 people.
- Created and kept up clear SOPs, training guides, and visual job aids to help improve consistency and performance.
- Built Excel dashboards to track daily productivity and error trends, helping leaders make better staffing and process decisions.
- Collaborated with supervisors to audit workflows, analyze data, and implement process improvements that enhanced efficiency and safety.
- I took on leadership duties when needed and promoted a team-first, improvement-focused work culture.
Digital Marketing Manager
Empress Tavern
Sacramento
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed the restaurant’s digital marketing and Instagram presence, using data to guide content, and grow the account from 3K to 10K followers in four months.
- Collaborated with management to align promotions and visual content with brand goals, driving higher engagement and repeat business.
- Served large dining events and private parties of up to 150 guests, ensuring smooth service and guest satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Business Analytics
California State University, Sacramento
05-2026
Associate Of Science (AS) - Business Administration, Accouting, And Business
Sierra College
Rocklin, CA12-2019
Skills
- Data analysis
- Process management
- Data Visualization
- Microsoft Excel
- Python
- SQL
Websites
Affiliations
Outside of operations, I created a freelance photography business specializing in portraits and weddings. I oversee all aspects of the business, from client relations and scheduling to marketing analytics and storytelling. Through targeted campaigns and consistent branding, I’ve grown social media engagement and traveled across Northern California and Los Angeles for contracted shoots, including preschool portraits and sports media days.
Timeline
Training and Process Lead
Ace Hardware
05.2020 - 08.2025
Digital Marketing Manager
Empress Tavern
03.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Business Analytics
California State University, Sacramento
Associate Of Science (AS) - Business Administration, Accouting, And Business
Sierra College