Erik Mathison

4226 S. Eldridge St #207 ▪ Morrison, Colorado ▪ mobile: 720.317.7290 ▪

erikmathison@hotmail.com

Work Experience
Lenscrafters 2005 – Present Denver,
CO/Greenfield, WI
General Manager (promotion, 2006 – Present)
 Has managed up to 35 employees, the retail operations, laboratory, and doctor’s office for
one of the company’s largest stores, grossing $4.1 million in 2007.
*In 2007, drove sales to an all-time high in store’s 24 year history
 Guides associates and secondary managers to top performance through leadership, modeling,
coaching, and motivation.
 Develops new and creative ways to drive business and customer traffic.
 Ensures that company standards are met at all levels through accountability, daily
observation, weekly huddles, and monthly meetings with frontline staff.
*While managing the Greenfield location, the store saw improvement of nearly all
key sales and quality numbers.
 Participates in the development of regional initiatives such as succession planning,
leadership workshops, and new associate recruitment and development.
Retail Manager (2005 – 2006)

Eyeglass World 2003 – 2004

Peoria, IL
General Manager
 Managed the daily operations of a retail optical store that grossed nearly $1 million per year.
 Controlled inventory, merchandising, payroll, and sales production above company
standards with profitability consistently in the top 5% nationwide.
 Hired and trained all employees in sales, customer service, and optical knowledge.
 Assisted patients with frame, lens, and enhancements selection consistently producing win-
win results for customers and company.
 Proficient using lensometer and lab equipment, making and repairing glasses, and dispensing
eyeglasses and contacts.

Aames Financial 2001 – 2003

Brookfield, WI
Account Executive
 Accountable for over $1 million in monthly mortgage applications for multiple customers.
 Evaluated 40 – 50 loans per month based on quality standards, customer expectations, and
achievement of company growth.
 Increased business dramatically in two quarters by assertively contacting new customers.

Downtown Market 1999 – 2001 La

Crosse, WI
Assistant Manager
 Assisted the manager to increase revenues and profit margins by implementing appropriate
inventory control, directing advertising and marketing dollars, and developing special
promotions.
 Accountable to owner regarding safety, training, customer service, and proper cash
management.
Education
University of Wisconsin – LaCrosse Bachelor of Science, 2000