Almira Sadeghi
Summary
Knowledgeable, focused, and thoughtful salon business owner and operator. Achieved strategic growth and revenue goals through innovative sales and marketing tactics. Demonstrated expertise in financial management, budget development, and business administration to enhance operational efficiency and profitability. Excels in client relations, strategic planning, and market analysis to drive business success and maintain compliance with regulatory standards. Over 17 years experience in Cosmetology and 12 years in running a business.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Salon Owner/Operator
Self Employed
07.2012 - Current
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics for 13 years to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Consulted with customers daily to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, and purchasing to handle financial needs.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Provided financial management through preparation of bank deposits and settlement of sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets.
- Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
- Serviced high-profile clients with intricate coloring and highlighting techniques.
- Distributed business cards outside of salon to generate new business.
- Created memorable customer experiences, adding bonus services such as head and neck massages.
- Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
Hairstylist
Van Michael Salon
04.2008 - 06.2012
- Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
- Completed 2 Year advanced training on site after getting State license then took on personal clients while being an apprentice.
- Serviced high-profile clients with intricate coloring and highlighting techniques.
- Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
- Created memorable customer experiences, adding bonus services such as head and neck massages during appointments.
- Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
Real Estate Agent
Coldwell Banker
04.2002 - 03.2007
- Awarded Top Listing Agent within the 1st year.
- Managed contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
- Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions to ensure client satisfaction.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards and cold calling.
- Marketed and sold properties through online listings, social media, and print advertising.
- Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
- Assisted clients in financial planning for purchase.
- Hosted open houses and presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
Sustainable Dog Toys Online Business
Etsy Shop
- Operated a small online business focused on selling sustainable, non-plastic dog toys, emphasizing the importance of environmentally friendly products.
DJ/Musician
Self-employed
- Learned to DJ during the pandemic to create a relaxing community space with music.
- Grew up in an artistic family, playing instruments from a young age, which influenced a creative approach to music.
Skills
- Customer Relations/Relationship Building
- Business Planning
- Operations Management
- Contract Management
- User Experience Design (UX)
- Figma
- E-Commerce Stores with Amazon, Etsy, & Shopify
- Mockups and Prototypes
- Business Administration
- Mobile Application Design
- Google Spreadsheet
- Author
Education
Georgia Licensed Master Cosmetologist since 2008
User Experience UX Design Google Certificate
Advanced Training in Cut & Color, Tony&Guy, London, England 2011
Advanced Training in Cut & Color, Vidal Sassoon, London, England 2010
Advanced Training in Haircutting & Color, Aveda Institute, Atlanta, Georgia 2007
Licensed Realtor, State of Georgia, Barney Fletcher School of Real Estate, Atlanta, Georgia, 2002
Associate of Science, Dental Hygiene, Georgia Perimeter College, Dunwoody, GA
Other Languages
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Salon Owner/Operator
Self Employed
07.2012 - Current
Hairstylist
Van Michael Salon
04.2008 - 06.2012
Real Estate Agent
Coldwell Banker
04.2002 - 03.2007
Sustainable Dog Toys Online Business
Etsy Shop
DJ/Musician
Self-employed