Skiptown
Synthia Wright's work experience includes serving as a Training Development Manager at Skiptown since June 2023 and previously working as a Talent Manager at the same company from September 2022 to June 2023. Prior to that, they were the Head of People and Culture at PlayWashPint from August 2020 to September 2022. Synthia also served as the Chief Happiness Officer at Citizen Hound from September 2017 to August 2020. Additionally, Synthia worked as the Operations Manager of the Warthogs and a Youth Development Mentor at Play Rugby USA from November 2016 to November 2017 and from June 2016 to November 2016, respectively. Synthia was also a Team Leader at Citizen Hound from June 2014 to May 2016, where they managed workers, trained and walked dogs, and worked with clients on training. Synthia started their career as an Intern at Premier Physical Therapy from April 2013 to November 2013, where they assisted patients, operated equipment, and maintained cleanliness. Synthia also worked as a Floor Manager at Kelly's Bakery from March 2013 to November 2013, overseeing workers, handling various tasks, and serving customers. Finally, Synthia started their professional journey as a Sales Associate at Macy's from July 2011 to October 2011.
Synthia Wright completed their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in European History from the University of California, Santa Cruz in the years 2010 to 2014. In 2012 to 2013, they also attended Carson-Newman University, focusing on Exercise Science. Later, in 2015 to 2016, Synthia pursued a Master's degree in Health and Human Performance with a specialization in Kinesiology and Exercise Science at Sul Ross State University. Additionally, they obtained another Master's degree from Sul Ross State University in 2015 to 2016, this time in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Synthia Wright also holds various certifications. In July 2021, they obtained certifications in Instructional Design: Needs Analysis, Scrum: Advanced, and Scrum: The Basics from LinkedIn. In September 2021, they received a certification in Instructional Design: Adult Learners from LinkedIn as well. Lastly, in March 2023, they obtained certifications in 20 Questions to Improve Learning at Your Organization and Instructional Design Essentials: Models of ID, both from LinkedIn.
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Skiptown
Skiptown (formerly Skipper) is a tech-enabled hub for dogs and their people. The trusted pet services company provides pet parents with first-class dog walking, daycare, and boarding services, as well as a membership-based dog park and bar – all powered by the Skiptown mobile app. Skiptown has secured thousands of members since opening the first location in Charlotte, NC in August of 2020. Skiptown offers an indoor/outdoor turfed dog park, a bar for humans, dog daycare, overnight boarding, a grooming salon, and dog walking services. From valet daycare drop-off to "Skippers" who monitor the pups at play, Skiptown's dog-focused design and high-end hangout is about giving peace of mind to pet parents and joy to their four-legged family members. Skiptown's proprietary technology platform streamlines booking and account management, sends multiple daily visit reports, pairs dogs to playgroups based on personality type, and allows for a fully customized experience for every dog. Backed by private investors and high-profile venture capital firms, including Techstars Ventures, Bull Creek Capital, and Firebrand Ventures, Skiptown is poised for growth. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Skiptown is expanding into new markets soon! Learn more about how Skiptown is revolutionizing the pet parent experience at skiptown.io.