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Ashley Fariss

Bakersfield,CA

Summary

Experienced retail leader with a strong record in sales, customer service, and team leadership. Known for building customer loyalty, improving store performance, and supporting strong daily operations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Acting Store Manager

Helzberg Diamonds
02.2025 - Current
  • top-selling associate over past 12 months.
  • In last three months as acting store manager, raised gross sales and improved store performance across all metrics.
  • Led store operations resulting in highest district ranking during acting manager tenure.
  • Reviewed sales trends and adjusted floor priorities to improve team performance.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, pricing questions, and checkout support.

Office Manager

Simple Power
01.2022 - 11.2025
  • Directed office operations, streamlining administrative workflows and improving cross-department coordination.
  • Managed scheduling, correspondence, and calendar priorities to support executive and team productivity.
  • Coordinated onboarding logistics, workspace setup, and employee support for new hires.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Supported department heads in accomplishing their goals through diligent administrative assistance such as report generation and data entry.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communications

Universtity of Rhode Island
Kingston Rhode Island
06.2012

Diamond Essentials -

Gemological Institute of America
Carlsbad California
01.2026

Jewelry Essentials -

Gemological Institute of America
Carlsbad California
10.2025

Colored Stone Essentials -

Gemological Institute of America
Carlsbad California
03.2025

Skills

  • Sales expertise
  • Customer service
  • Relationship management
  • Inventory management
  • Promotional campaigns
  • Employee engagement
  • Team leadership
  • Special events

Timeline

Acting Store Manager

Helzberg Diamonds
02.2025 - Current

Office Manager

Simple Power
01.2022 - 11.2025

Diamond Essentials -

Gemological Institute of America

Bachelor of Science - Communications

Universtity of Rhode Island

Jewelry Essentials -

Gemological Institute of America

Colored Stone Essentials -

Gemological Institute of America
Ashley Fariss