Stephani Kempfert
@stephanikempfert
Entrepreneurial small-business owner and project manager driving operations, marketing, and revenue growth.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented entrepreneur and project manager with 7+ years running a successful small business and extensive experience leading projects, teams, and operations. I have a proven record in marketing strategy, financial management, vendor negotiation, and improving processes to increase sales and efficiency.
I've led nonprofit operations and managed projects with budgets up to $3.5M, achieving significant cost savings and team performance improvements. I bring strong customer service, hospitality, and business development skills, and I am pursuing a Bachelor's in Entrepreneurship to deepen my strategic and operational capabilities.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Non-Profit Founder
Unique Beginnings Inc
Oct 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)
Directed all organizational operations including strategic planning, budgeting, fundraising, and program development to establish long-term goals and public representation for the nonprofit.
Small Business Owner
Exquisite Spaces by Stephani
Jan 2017 - Present (9 years 1 month)
Launched and operated a service-based small business overseeing operations, marketing, finance, vendor negotiation, team management, and customer experience to drive sales and profitable growth.
Executive Assistant / Project Manager
ARCC Services LLC
Aug 2018 - Sep 2023 (5 years 1 month)
Assisted in planning and executing multiple projects (budgets $15K–$3.5M), managed documentation and schedules, led 27 contractors, and achieved 30% cost savings through resource optimization.
Restaurant Manager
IHOP
Apr 2014 - Nov 2016 (2 years 7 months)
Managed daily restaurant operations, hiring and training staff, and improved sales by 18% through targeted training and motivation while maintaining quality and regulatory compliance.
Private Home Hospice Aid
Harris Home Health Systems
Feb 2009 - Nov 2013 (4 years 9 months)
Provided compassionate in-home hospice care, administered medications per care plans, collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, and maintained accurate patient records to ensure comfort and dignity.
Retail Store Manager
Kmart
Mar 2005 - Dec 2005 (9 months)
Managed store operations including scheduling, inventory, hiring, and coaching to maintain quality control and customer satisfaction in a retail environment.
Bar Manager / Bartender
Dimitri's Cabaret
Feb 2004 - Aug 2005 (1 year 6 months)
Managed bar operations, inventory, cash handling and implemented upselling strategies that increased average check size by 25% while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Server
IHOP
Jul 2002 - Dec 2003 (1 year 5 months)
Delivered timely food and beverage service, managed multiple tables during peak hours, handled POS transactions, and trained new staff to ensure consistent service quality.
Executed outbound sales and cold-calling campaigns, consistently ranked among top performers in conversion rates, and maintained detailed customer interaction records.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Purdue Global
Associate's degree, Entrepreneurship
Pursuing an Associate's degree in Entrepreneurship with coursework toward business development and small business management.
Trade school
Completed some vocational or technical coursework at a trade school.
High school (or GED)
High school diploma or GED
High school diploma or GED credential obtained prior to postsecondary education.
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Location
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