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Althea Grant

Edgewater,NJ

Summary

A Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Interior Designer

Granted by Design, LLC
11.2019 - Current
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
  • Selected and sourced materials, furniture, and accessories for aesthetically pleasing spaces.
  • Managed budgets and timelines effectively to deliver projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
  • Collaborated with architects and contractors to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
  • Coordinated installations of fixtures, furniture, artwork ensuring proper placement alignment within each space according plan specifications.

Boutique Owner

Haus Of Reign
09.2012 - 12.2014
  • Managed financial operations of the boutique, ensuring accurate bookkeeping and timely payment processing to maintain profitability.
  • Established strong relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable terms on merchandise orders while maintaining quality standards.
  • Monitored sales data to identify trends, optimize pricing strategy, and make informed decisions for future inventory purchases.
  • Optimized website design and user experience for seamless online shopping, leading to increased e-commerce sales.
  • Empowered customers to make informed decisions by educating on product and service offerings and current industry trends.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with personalized styling consultations and attentive service, fostering repeat business.
  • Collaborated with designers and suppliers to curate a unique selection of merchandise that catered to target clientele''s preferences.

Restaurant Owner

Taste…A Wine & Dessert House
11.2008 - 06.2010
  • Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
  • Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
  • Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
  • Maintained positive relationships with local community and government officials.

Pediatric Office Manager

GC Duluth Pediatric’s
08.2003 - 04.2006
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
  • Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
  • Handled sensitive employee and client information with utmost confidentiality, maintaining trust and integrity.

Education

Interior Design - Interior Design

New York Institute of Art & Design
New York
04.2021

Skills

  • Client Communication
  • Interior design
  • Interior Styling
  • Furniture selection
  • Space Planning
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Project Management
  • Visual design

Timeline

Interior Designer

Granted by Design, LLC
11.2019 - Current

Boutique Owner

Haus Of Reign
09.2012 - 12.2014

Restaurant Owner

Taste…A Wine & Dessert House
11.2008 - 06.2010

Pediatric Office Manager

GC Duluth Pediatric’s
08.2003 - 04.2006

Interior Design - Interior Design

New York Institute of Art & Design
Althea Grant