Blanca Ceballos-Esquer
Mission,TX
Summary
Entrepreneurial Owner with experience and solid history of business success. Built operations from ground up with strategic and scalable approaches. Well-oriented to quickly identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Highly motivated professional with over 20 years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals. Motivated professional. who adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
ArtbyDalice
Mission, TX
01.2012 - Current
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Managed sales presentations to promote product and brand benefits.
- Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement.
- Met with commission clients to gain agreement on artistic project goals, parameters and financial considerations.
- Maintained and ordered adequate supply of materials, supplies and equipment.
- Selected materials for use based on strength, color and texture.
- Sold art at local markets by establishing pricing based on raw material and labor costs and customer demand.
- Utilized oil paints, acrylics and charcoal to design and fabricate custom mosaic pieces and create engaging and unique paintings, drawings and mixed media pieces.
Shop Owner
Dalice's Art and decorations
01.2005 - 01.2013
- Maintained inventory levels by ordering stock as needed.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase sales.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Planned in-store displays to attract shoppers and promote products.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Coordinated deliveries of goods from suppliers in a timely manner.
- Organized special events such as promotional days or discounts to boost sales.
Interior Designer
Self-employed
McAllen, TX
02.2008 - 12.2012
- Visited home sites when necessary to assess and fulfill customer needs.
- Collaborated closely with customers, adjusting plans to satisfy client needs and requirements.
- Assisted clients successfully by choosing furnishings consistent with preferences and budget.
- Developed interior design concepts and prepared interior systems and finishes.
- Provided complimentary in-home consultations to prospective clients to gather ideas and promote design services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Shop Owner
Blue Day Spa
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Maintained inventory levels by ordering stock as needed.
- Analyzed sales data to identify opportunities for growth.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Analyzed client business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Reviewed financial statements regularly to assess profitability of operations.
Purchasing Specialist
Josga Construction
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Negotiated prices, terms and conditions with suppliers to obtain best possible pricing.
- Managed inventory levels of purchased items in order to avoid stock-outs or excesses.
- Maintained a database of approved suppliers along with their contact information.
- Monitored delivery schedules to ensure timely receipt of goods or services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains.
- Ensured quality of purchased products by conducting thorough inspections.
- Implemented purchasing strategies to cut costs and improve efficiency.
- Managed inventory levels to meet production needs while minimizing excess stock.
Bank Teller
Bancomer
01.1989 - 01.1998
- Processed deposits, withdrawals, transfers, loan payments and other transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Balanced teller drawers regularly throughout the day according to established procedures.
- Processed customer deposits and withdrawals accurately, balancing cash drawer daily.
- Educated customers about different types of banking services available at the branch.
- Resolved customer disputes promptly in accordance with bank policies and procedures.
- Performed cash handling duties including counting currency, coins and checks.
- Developed strong relationships with customers to ensure repeat business.
- Responded and assisted customers with account inquiries and updates.
Education
Interior Design
Universidad Autonoma De Nuevo Leon
Monterrey, Mx1989
Interior Design
Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara
Guadalajara, Mx1988
Skills
- Traditional fine art skills
- Art composition
- Studio management
- Watercolor
- Superb attention to detail
- Preparing exhibits
- Networking
- Scheduling events and show
- Presentation
- Contract development
- Business sense
- Merchandising
- Talent development
- Strategic planning
- Marketing tactics
- Operations Oversight
- Marketing expertise
- Relationship Management
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Planning
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Owner/Operator
ArtbyDalice
01.2012 - Current
Interior Designer
Self-employed
02.2008 - 12.2012
Shop Owner
Dalice's Art and decorations
01.2005 - 01.2013
Shop Owner
Blue Day Spa
01.2003 - 01.2005
Purchasing Specialist
Josga Construction
01.1998 - 01.2002
Bank Teller
Bancomer
01.1989 - 01.1998
Interior Design
Universidad Autonoma De Nuevo Leon
Interior Design
Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara
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