Alexandria Van Boven
Schaumburg,IL
Summary
Renaissance woman with a passion for people-centered trades. Inspiring leader and adaptable creative maverick with contagious curiosity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Stylist
Self-Employed
01.2023 - Current
- Consulted with clients to determine style preferences and provide recommendations and hand-selected apparel, footwear and accessories to complement body style, fashion choice and overall appearance.
- Produced partial or complete wardrobe collections to support individual client objectives from everyday wardrobe revamping to looks for special events.
- Led entire client shopping experience, putting together ensembles, and providing styling tips that were personalized and identified and sourced garments, footwear and accessories to create dynamic and fashion-forward styles.
- Kept updated social media accounts with individual items for sale as well as client testimonials.
Consultant
Maharishi University Writing Center
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents while collaboratively shaping the story and eliminate any errors.
- Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions in ways and built the client's writing skills and confidence.
- Created and developed detailed work plans to meet assignment and personal project priorities and deadlines.
- Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future opportunities.
Assistant Teacher
Maharishi School
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Educated children ages two through six using Montessori principles on personal organization, social skills, language, math, science & history while supporting student's physical, mental, and social development according to individual student's needs.
- Observed and assessed students in accordance with Montessori and Maharishi Vedic Science guidelines, examined assessment data and refined learning plans to individualize instruction for each student.
- Kept students on-task individually and collectively with positive reinforcement strategies using creative and collaborative solutions.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and modelling positive behaviors to aid in each student's decision-making and development of self-esteem.
Buyer
Buffalo Exchange
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Was responsible for buying, pricing and organizing inventory into the store from new and regular sellers and communicating the the store's policies and procedures efficiently and tactfully.
- Built long-term relationships with new and regular customers to establish quality service and genuine connection.
- Kept up to date on current fashion trends in Las Vegas and beyond, as well as best selling trends for the company.
- Forecasted trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Collaborated with team to identify and fulfill customer needs.
Trainer & Inventory Manager
Vishwa Shanti Cafe
10.2017 - 06.2020
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
- Strengthened inventory processes to balance supply needs with budget and space limitations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Creative & Professional Writing
Maharishi International University
Fairfield, IA06.2023
Skills
- Curiosity and Creative Solutions
- Collaborative Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Dependability and Cooperation
- Precision and Accuracy
- Creative and Professional Writing and Editing
- Artistic Project Coordination
- Creative Direction and Public Speaking
- Creative Development and Critical Thinking
- Inter-Personal and Mediation Skills
Accomplishments
- Rocky Horror Picture Show: Fairfield, IA — Director, October 2018
- Moss Piglet Zine: Kenosha, WI/Chicago, IL — Published poet, "yearn" January 2018
Timeline
Personal Stylist
Self-Employed
01.2023 - Current
Consultant
Maharishi University Writing Center
09.2022 - 06.2023
Assistant Teacher
Maharishi School
08.2021 - 12.2021
Buyer
Buffalo Exchange
01.2021 - 06.2021
Trainer & Inventory Manager
Vishwa Shanti Cafe
10.2017 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Creative & Professional Writing
Maharishi International University