Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Ashleigh Stafford

CURED
Antioch,TN
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience

Experienced nail technician with a strong background in customer service, attention to detail, and calm, efficient service. Known for building loyal client relationships, delivering polished results, and maintaining clean, organized workspaces.

Work History

Nail Technician

1 Year 4 Months
CURED | 06.2025 - Current
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers to increase loyalty, trust and satisfaction. I have an extensive list of regular clients, as well as that list growing due to word of mouth recommendations.
  • Delivered manicures and pedicures tailored to client preferences and nail health needs.
  • Sanitized tools, stations, and equipment to maintain strict infection control standards.
  • Offered expert advice on nail care maintenance between visits, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Designed creative nail art designs and patterns.

Nail Technician

8 Months
Polished | 10.2024 - 06.2025
  • Applied gel, acrylic, and polish services with precision and durable finish quality.
  • Delivered manicures, pedicures, and nail enhancements with consistent attention to client preferences.
  • Consulted with clients to recommend appropriate services, colors, and aftercare guidance.
  • Applied gel, dip, gel-x, builder gel, and polish services with precision and durable finish quality.
  • Able to perform extensive and detailed nail art services.
  • Managed appointment flow efficiently while maintaining organized, clean service areas.
  • Established strong client relationships through exceptional customer service and communication skills.
  • Educated clients on proper nail care maintenance, helping them extend the life of their treatments between appointments.
  • Supported overall salon operations by assisting with administrative duties, such as answering phones, booking appointments, and handling transactions when necessary.
  • Consistently received positive feedback from clients regarding my attention to detail, professionalism, and friendly demeanor during their visits.

Manicurist Instructor

9 Months
Georgia Career Institute | 01.2024 - 10.2024
  • Taught students how to perform manicures and pedicures following state board sanitation and infection-control standards.
  • Demonstrated how to consult clients to assess nail condition and recommend appropriate services.
  • Did fun and intriguing classroom discussions and demonstrations on nail polish, gel, and acrylic enhancements with consistent precision.
  • Assisted with inventory restocking and prepared supplies for daily service operations.
  • Oversaw maintaining clean, organized service stations and sterilized tools between appointments.
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors on how to better improve the program(s), for both the school and the students.
  • Helped organize events for the classes and school, including job fairs, field trips, and other professionals in the industry to come in and do demonstrations and speak from their experience.
  • Updated and oversaw a spreadsheet of past students; made sure past students were able to pass state-board testing, adjusted well in their career, etc.
  • Gave and graded tests on lessons, and worked individually with students to ensure they fully comprehended a subject.

Call Center Representative/Trainer

3 Years 3 Months
Combined Public Communications | 09.2019 - 12.2022
  • Processed customer inquiries through phone systems, maintaining accurate records and timely call resolution.
  • Processed payments and updated customer records in call center systems.
  • Verified account information and payment status to support secure call access and service continuity.
  • Explained call restrictions, deposit methods, and usage policies with clear, professional communication.
  • Resolved inmate calling account issues, clarifying service options and billing details for families and facilities.
  • Documented complaints and service requests, ensuring proper follow-up and case tracking.
  • Coordinated with internal teams to address technical issues affecting call connectivity and account access.
  • Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive customer and correctional communication data.
  • Managed high call volumes while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
  • Mastered multiple software systems for seamless navigation during calls, improving efficiency and reducing hold times for customers averaging 200+ calls in a work day.
  • Delivered consistent top-notch performance under pressure during peak calling hours or challenging situations.
  • Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
  • One of, if not the number one representative with sales.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Gulf Coast State College | Panama City, FL | 05-2022

Manicurist - Nail Technology

Georgia Career Institute | Murfreesboro, TN | 08-2023

Skills

Customer service/support
Appointment scheduling
Payment processing
Data entry
Inbound phone calls
Time management
Teamwork and collaboration
Calm under pressure
Problem-solving skills
Data confidentiality
Typing 57 wpm (average)
Attention to detail

Certification

  • Licensed Nail Technician - 3 years

Timeline

Nail Technician

CURED
06.2025 - CurrentRead More

Nail Technician

Polished
10.2024 - 06.2025Read More

Manicurist Instructor

Georgia Career Institute
01.2024 - 10.2024Read More

Call Center Representative/Trainer

Combined Public Communications
09.2019 - 12.2022Read More

Georgia Career Institute

Manicurist from Nail Technology
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Gulf Coast State College

Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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Ashleigh Stafford