Amy Napoleon
Quincy,CA
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact organization success. Professional Artist with keen eye for detail, color and composition.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor
Self-employeed
02.2023 - Current
- Working in conjunction with Plumas Arts in the Artist in School Program.
- Provide a challenging and unique skill of block carving to middle school students
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously in different grade levels, prioritizing safety with sharp tools, and meeting deadlines consistently.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with teachers and staff, to ensure optimal time use and cohesive signalling to students.
Independent Business Owner
Self-employeed
03.2022 - Current
- Enhanced business reputation by delivering top-quality products and services, ensuring repeat business from satisfied clients.
- Enhanced the growth of my social media account, which is predominately used for sales.
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
- Developed unique art pieces that garnered positive attention from critics and collectors, leading to increased sales and commissions.
- Facilitated workshops for aspiring artists, fostering a supportive learning environment and strengthening technical skills.
- Collaborated with fellow artists in the Cultivate Artist exhibitions, resulting in increased exposure and networking opportunities.
Line Cook
FRC
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Mentored junior staff members in culinary skills and techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Maintained conduct and professionalism under pressure.
Daycare Owner/Operator
Self-employeed
02.2015 - 09.2020
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children through regular maintenance, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Enhanced parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Developed age-appropriate curriculum plans focused on cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Created a learning landscape thru creating a backyard registered farm.
- Managed financial aspects of the daycare business, including budgeting, expense tracking, and revenue generation.
- Maintained compliance with state licensing requirements through regular inspections, documentation updates, and policy reviews.
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
Restraunt Manager
Pangaea Cafe And Pub
03.2012 - 05.2016
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Championed diversity and inclusion efforts within the workplace, resulting in an inclusive environment that fostered creativity and innovation among employees from various backgrounds.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and proactively addressing these challenges through appropriate solutions implementation.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
Feather River College
Quincy, CA05.2010
Skills
- Deadline Adherence
- Social Media Marketing
- Customer Relationship Building
- Project Planning
- Time management abilities
- Problem-Solving
- Goal Setting
- Grant Writing
- Decision-Making
- Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability and Flexability
Timeline
Independent Contractor
Self-employeed
02.2023 - Current
Independent Business Owner
Self-employeed
03.2022 - Current
Line Cook
FRC
09.2021 - 05.2022
Daycare Owner/Operator
Self-employeed
02.2015 - 09.2020
Restraunt Manager
Pangaea Cafe And Pub
03.2012 - 05.2016
Associate of Arts - Business
Feather River College