Alisha Lynch
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Hard-working and creative person. Organized and detail-oriented with years of cash-handling experience and customer service experience. Strives to exceed expectations and and maintain high levels of customer service. Reliable and and quick learner. Administrative professional offering excellent communication and critical thinking skills. Dedicated to excelling in any position.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Alisha Lynch Studios
10.2012 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Advertised products and services online, social media and through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers.
- Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Sales Associate
The Erica Zap Collection
06.2013 - 09.2013
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise.
- Assisted average of 20 plus customers per day.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
Sales Transaction Assistant
Best Buy Inc
10.2012 - 02.2013
- Maintained, organized and stocked teller window areas.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Assisted, on average, 50 plus customers per shift.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Upsold additional products and services to customers, increasing revenue.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Veterinary Assistant
Greater Lafayette Cat Hospital
06.2011 - 05.2012
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Assisted with adoption process and post-adoption follow-up, providing support and addressing any arising issues.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Performed testing and completed blood counts.
Agricultural Assistant
Historic Prophetstown Living History Farm
01.2011 - 06.2011
- Coordinated with other laborers to provide efficient work flow and keep tasks prioritized.
- Utilized and followed proper techniques for planting and harvesting to maximize crop growth.
- Cleaned, maintained and properly stored agricultural equipment, keeping tools functional.
- Used recognized breeding practices to stabilize and improve stock.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Replaced animal's hay and water regularly while watching animals for changes in behavior or demeanor.
- Promoted animal safety and health by providing proper nutrition, housing and medical care.
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Oversaw feeding, watering and health monitoring of dairy stock and equines as well as porcine and poultry stock, prioritizing health and wellness.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
- Cleaned stalls, pens, and equipment using hand tools for optimal health of animals.
- Presented educational lessons to school groups and farm visitors.
Education
No Degree - Animal Science
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSkills
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
- Patient Care Plans
- Daily Logs
- Trade show Events
- Patient Check-Ins
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Customer Relations
- Marketing
- Medical Charting
- Basic Animal Care
- Restraint Techniques
- High-Pressure Environments
Volunteer Work
Volunteer Art Instructor 2022-2023
-Lesson planning
-Instruction of art lessons
-Learning coordination
Volunteer Photographer Sasebo Fleet and Family 2020-2021
-Military to Civilian Transition Program Headshots
-Photo editing
Volunteer Photographer, Sasebo Red Cross 2020-2021
-Event photography
-Photo editing
Navy Supply Corps Foundation Volunteer 2017, 2022, 2023
-Event photography
-Photo editing
Timeline
Sales Associate
The Erica Zap Collection
06.2013 - 09.2013
Owner
Alisha Lynch Studios
10.2012 - Current
Sales Transaction Assistant
Best Buy Inc
10.2012 - 02.2013
Veterinary Assistant
Greater Lafayette Cat Hospital
06.2011 - 05.2012
Agricultural Assistant
Historic Prophetstown Living History Farm
01.2011 - 06.2011
No Degree - Animal Science
Purdue University