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Anne Pederson

West Chicago,IL

Summary

Professional designer with strong track record of creating innovative and functional interior spaces. Demonstrates expertise in project management, space planning, and client communication. Highly adaptable to changing project requirements, with keen focus on teamwork and achieving results. Known for reliability and delivering impactful design solutions that meet client needs.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Designer

Anne Pederson Interiors
02.2022 - Current
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail and adhering to established budgets and timelines.
  • Contribute to business growth by proactively seeking new opportunities for expanding client base and diversifying vendor relationships.
  • Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
  • Develop compelling design concepts, exceeding client expectations.
  • Illustrate visual concepts during client presentations through detailed plans and sketches.
  • Produced detailed cost estimates and coordinated with vendors to deliver budget-friendly solutions.
  • Supervise on-site installations, ensuring accurate execution of design plans.
  • Collaborate with architects and contractors for seamless project execution, resulting in timely completion of projects.
  • Strengthen client trust by maintaining open lines of communication, addressing concerns promptly, and providing regular project updates.


Designer

Michelle Glennon Interior Design
Glen Ellyn, IL
01.2019 - Current
  • Develop client relationships by providing design solutions that meet needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Create project budgets to track expenses and avoid cost overruns.
  • Inventory and catalog client's existing furniture to use in design development.
  • Utilize Auto Cad to develop floor plans, elevations, cabinetry details, lighting plans and tile drawings.
  • Participate in furniture, finish and electrical selections and documentation of specifications.
  • Collaborate with furniture vendors to create custom pieces tailored to the client's style and budget.
  • Generate quotes and proposals for approval.
  • Communicate project progress to clients on a routine basis.

Administrative Assistant

Interior Transformation
Oak Brook, IL
02.2016 - 11.2016
  • Utilize Quickbooks to create estimates, invoices, purchase orders and complete billing.
  • Place and follow up on orders with vendors.
  • Schedule deliveries with clients and keep them apprised of order progress.
  • Assist in selecting products and finishes for client presentations.
  • Maintained office and sample room organization, cleanliness and supplies.

General Manager

Crate & Barrel
Geneva, IL
01.2010 - 02.2016
  • Role model for exceptional customer service, selling and teamwork.
  • Responsible for the leadership and development of a high level management team.
  • Set and balanced priorities for the Sales, Merchandising and Operations teams.
  • Accountable for maintaining the payroll budget and aligning payroll hours to sales trends.
  • Managed a team of 35 to 60 people at peak times.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Interior Architecture

Northern Illinois University

Skills

  • Google Suite
  • Outlook Suite
  • CAD Drafting
  • Client satisfaction
  • Project Management
  • Logical reasoning
  • Detail-oriented mindset

Extracurricular Activities

Treasurer, Wheaton Junior Women’s Club, 2015-2023

Timeline

Principal Designer - Anne Pederson Interiors
02.2022 - Current
Designer - Michelle Glennon Interior Design
01.2019 - Current
Administrative Assistant - Interior Transformation
02.2016 - 11.2016
General Manager - Crate & Barrel
01.2010 - 02.2016
Northern Illinois University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interior Architecture
Anne Pederson