Ashley Gallagher
Jamesburg,NJ
Summary
Small business owner of Photography With Ashley, specializing in customer relations and marketing. Improved client satisfaction through effective relationship building and streamlined operations, resulting in higher repeat business. Proficient in financial management and communication, consistently providing exceptional service and cultivating a loyal clientele.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Photography With Ashley
05.2025 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
Administrative
Oliver L E Soden Agency
Jamesburg NJ
10.2023 - Current
- Enhanced team efficiency by streamlining administrative tasks and maintaining organized workspaces.
- Enhanced office productivity by streamlining administrative tasks and optimizing staff workflows.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing automated systems.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and reduced administrative workload.
- Performed administrative duties, replenished stock, answered phones and filed paperwork.
Bartender
Michael’s Inn
Raritan, NJ
08.2023 - 03.2024
Bartender
Rail at Readington
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Education
Hillsborough High School
Hillsborough, NJSkills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Client service
- Marketing
Timeline
Owner
Photography With Ashley
05.2025 - Current
Administrative
Oliver L E Soden Agency
10.2023 - Current
Bartender
Michael’s Inn
08.2023 - 03.2024
Bartender
Rail at Readington
08.2018 - 05.2021
Hillsborough High School