Cailin Hart
Lake Forest/Costa Mesa,USA
Summary
Creative Entrepreneur experienced in design, small business management, and customer service. Delivered exceptional results through strong organizational skills and a collaborative mindset while managing diverse roles in fast-paced environments. Focused on embracing new challenges and enhancing interpersonal relationships to drive business success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Daydream
Newport Beach, California
08.2024 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service by engaging patrons and efficiently taking orders, enhancing overall customer experience.
- Trained new baristas on beverage preparation techniques and customer interaction, ensuring a consistent quality of service.
- Coordinated planning and execution of events and activities, contributing to successful customer engagement and satisfaction.
- Provided on-site support for attendees during events and functions.
Founder & Creative Director
Tower 20 Clothing
07.2020 - Current
- - Founded and currently operate a fashion brand specializing in custom wedding gowns and high-end pieces, sold in boutiques across California.
- - Manage all aspects of the business: design, sourcing, production, e-commerce, and marketing.
- - Directed photoshoots and ran pop-up markets to enhance brand visibility and engagement through content creation and social media strategy.
- - Handcrafted products while cultivating strong relationships with retail partners and customers to foster brand loyalty.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
Barista
Sur Coffee
09.2022 - 07.2024
- - Recommended products to enhance customer satisfaction and drive sales.
- - Fostered a positive, professional atmosphere to enhance customer experience in a fast-paced environment.
- - Conducted cash audits, trained new team members, and facilitated operations during peak hours.
Fashion Design & Sewing Instructor
Fashion Camp
02.2022 - 04.2023
- - Designed engaging lesson plans and led student-run fashion shows to showcase their work.
- - Taught fashion history, design techniques, and construction skills to students of various ages.
- - Encouraged creativity and self-expression while building students’ technical abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration & Marketing
Vanguard University of Southern California
Costa Mesa, CA05-2026
Skills
- Fashion Brand Strategy
- Digital marketing
- Marketing
- Visual Merchandising
- Trends analysis
- Business operations
- Strategic planning
- Entrepreneurial skills
- Strategic planning
- Event management
- Customer Service & Sales
- Strategic planning
Websites
Accomplishments
- - Designed and handmade a custom-made wedding gown for a client.
- Has experience planning a wedding for friends, and has previously travelled for event work
- Sold handmade pieces in retail stores at the Westfield Mall in Century City.
- Spent time teaching students about fashion, sewing, and creative design
Hobbies and Interests
- Fashion Styling
- Fashion Merchandising
- Marketing
- Fashion design and construction
- Travelling
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail.
- Photography
Timeline
Barista
Daydream
08.2024 - Current
Barista
Sur Coffee
09.2022 - 07.2024
Fashion Design & Sewing Instructor
Fashion Camp
02.2022 - 04.2023
Founder & Creative Director
Tower 20 Clothing
07.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration & Marketing
Vanguard University of Southern California