Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
References
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Abra  Denman

Abra Denman

Pardeeville

Summary

I am an organized and driven individual who cares deeply about the dynamics between coworkers and clients. With my extensive background in the event industry and multiple retail settings, coupled with my passion for listening to clients' desires and bringing them to life, I will be a valuable asset to your team. I believe that my unique skill set and the ability to learn new skills very quickly set me apart from other candidates.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Visual Merchandiser

Hometown Pharmacy
Rio
12.2022 - Current
  • Designed strategic floor plans for better merchandise exposure. Adapting display design according to current product availability, seasons, and trending products. All while implementing corporate visual standards via planogram updates, emails, and verbal feedback consistently through my assigned stores.
  • Managed the merchandising calendar, keeping track of all upcoming promotions, events, seasonal changes, and team projects.
  • Coached retail staff on visual merchandising standards and practices to ensure store-wide consistency between visits.
  • Implemented strategies for tracking sales, increasing sales, and improving customer service.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Created strong relationships with team members by using strong communication skills and efficiently resolving issues and concerns.

Event Manager

Signature Events & Design
Wisconsin Dells
02.2021 - Current
  • Managed day-of logistics, including transportation arrangements, vendors' schedules, bridal party schedules, setup and teardown of venue decorations, and emergency troubleshooting when needed.
  • Enhanced guest experience through meticulous attention to detail for the event design and timeline of the day.
  • Acted as the liaison between the client and vendors, gathering questions, and relaying answers and details to each party efficiently and effectively. Then, I developed detailed timelines to ensure smooth coordination between vendors and clients.
  • Ensured that all necessary paperwork was completed in a timely manner prior to the event day.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries via phone, email, or video call in an efficient, yet friendly manner.
  • Maintained organized records of client contact information, contracts, preferences, and design plans.

Education

High School Diploma -

Portage High School
Portage
06-2007

General Education

UW Baraboo
Baraboo, WI

Skills

  • Vendor and contract management and negotiations
  • Transportation and logistics coordination
  • Project and schedule management
  • Client meetings
  • Customer experience
  • Visual storytelling
  • Space planning
  • Store layout & merchandise flow
  • Product knowledge
  • Cross-merchandising
  • Crisis management

Affiliations

  • President of Pardeeville Elementry PTO
  • Board Member of Pardeeville Girls Club
  • Children's Ministry Leader at Living Gospel Church

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Visual Merchandiser

Hometown Pharmacy
12.2022 - Current

Event Manager

Signature Events & Design
02.2021 - Current

High School Diploma -

Portage High School

General Education

UW Baraboo
Abra Denman