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Carrae'  Walker

Carrae' Walker

Salon owner
Houston,TX
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Carrae' Walker

Summary

Creative Salon Owner with a passion for delivering hair artistry and outstanding customer service. Friendly and versatile with proven sales generation to build lasting relationships with loyal clientele. Expertise in boys and men’s hair smoothing and relaxing and hair coloring and color correction. Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in the hair industry. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams. . Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Dedicated Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper and multitasker. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Action-focused individual with exceptional background spent in teaching. Engaging demeanor works with all different age groups. Skilled in program management, teaching and counseling. Bringing a strong understanding of youth-related concerns, social media proficiency, and a compassionate nature.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Clothing Brand Owner/Fashion Designer

Oh Ok... Apparel
Houston, TX
12.2017 - Current
  • Worked with photographers and stylists to showcase products for optimal visibility.
  • Clearly communicated design revisions to members of fashion design team.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Conceptualized brand identity and developed unique accompanying graphic style and tone for use in communications.
  • Monitored online advertising and social media campaigns to assess success of different strategies.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Salon Owner

Just Klippers Salon
Houston, TX
10.2004 - Current
  • Used clips and shears to complete various types of fades, shaves and cuts.
  • Styled hair according to customer preferences.
  • Completed full and partial shaves with clippers and standard and straight razors.
  • Managed business customer service, responding to requests and concerns promptly.
  • Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
  • Consistently received positive performance reviews from guests.
  • Completed in-home services for elderly clients unable to travel to salon.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Salon Manager

Sports Clips
Houston, TX
11.1999 - 10.2004
  • Oversaw salon employee performance, facility cleanliness and sales.
  • Worked to continuously increase salon business through effective sales, service and operations policies.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Controlled inventory by tracking expenses, purchases and shelf stock.
  • Scheduled employees to maintain adequate coverage during business hours.
  • Achieved personal sales goals by upselling products to meet individual needs.
  • Cut and styled hair for both male and female customers of all ages according to individual preferences and latest styles.
  • Consistently received positive feedback from guests on performance reviews.
  • Oversaw and handled business finances, cash flow, overall business transactions, banking and accounting procedures.
  • Handled employee scheduling and coverage needs during business hours.
  • Maintained excellent customer service standards to win customer loyalty and retention and build customer base by 100%.

Education

Master Barber - Hairstyling

Jay's Technical Institute, Houston, TX
10.1999

High School Diploma -

Dulles High School, Sugar Land, TX
06.1992

Skills

  • Beauty Trends
  • Annual Planning
  • Customer Inquiries
  • Public Speaking
  • Sales Planning
  • Leadership and People Development
  • Customer Service
  • Retail Knowledge
  • Motivating and Inspiring Students
  • Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
  • Calm and Patient Demeanor
  • Stress Management
  • Individual Student Assistance

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Clothing Brand Owner/Fashion Designer - Oh Ok... Apparel
12.2017 - Current
Salon Owner - Just Klippers Salon
10.2004 - Current
Salon Manager - Sports Clips
11.1999 - 10.2004
Jay's Technical Institute - Master Barber, Hairstyling
Dulles High School - High School Diploma,
Carrae' WalkerSalon owner