Melissa Wisen
Wenatchee,WA
Summary
Detail-oriented Business Owner/Operator lends superior savvy to meet day-to-day and long-term strategic planning needs. Boasts strong 16 year career serving as key stakeholder in all organizational decisions. Particular focus on maintaining strong environment of excellence and relationships with key suppliers and contractors. Proven track record in cultivating proactive aims to help business operations flourish.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/Operator
Borsa Bella Design Co
Wenatchee, WA
10.2006 - Current
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Served as principal stakeholder over organization's complete operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and services and to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Provided financial management through preparation of bank deposits and settlement of sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Enhanced product awareness by taking pictures of new and available product offerings and posting to company's website and media accounts.
- Lent business acumen to meet day-to-day strategic objectives.
- Entrepreneur of the Year, award 2011 Greater Wenatchee Area Technology Alliance.
- Featured in Better Homes and Gardens Holiday Shopping Guide.
Lead Educational Planner /Administrative Assistant
Wenatchee Valley College
Wenatchee, WA
08.1999 - 07.2005
- Supported students with educational and career planning.
- Evaluated transcripts for graduation.
- Awarded degrees and posted to transcripts.
- Coached new/prospective students on requirements of WVC programs, including educational planning orientations.
- Organized and created presentations for new students.
- Provided support to prospective students by assisting with application processes and navigating the college system.
- Recruited, developed and managed a team of volunteers to conduct workshops and training opportunities to prepare students for job placement.
- Recommended and implemented intervention strategies to support retention.
- Established and maintained positive and regular communication with all student services personnel and students to build trust and rapport.
- Served on college committees and represented WVC at community, educational and outreach activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Management/Human Recourse Management
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WASkills
- Results Orientation
- Project Requirements
- Innovative and Visionary
- Resource Utilization
Timeline
Business Owner/Operator
Borsa Bella Design Co
10.2006 - Current
Lead Educational Planner /Administrative Assistant
Wenatchee Valley College
08.1999 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Arts - General Management/Human Recourse Management
Eastern Washington University