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Chad Jarvis

Jacksonville

Summary

Results-driven small business owner with over 8 years of experience generating and closing residential home improvement contracts and sales negotiations through in-home consultations. Eager to apply proven closing skills to a growth-focused outside sales construction team

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner\Operator

The Artisan Edge Painting Company
Jacksonville, FL
07.2018 - Current
  • Founded and operated residential painting company with 30-50 clients annually
  • Consulted homeowners, contractors and office managers by conducting on-site evaluations, identifying customer needs to generate detailed estimates to ensure 100% timely completions
  • Procured materials, managed cost control and maintained vendor relationships
  • Maintained subject matter expert on materials and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards
  • Up-sold premium products by educating clients on material options like durability and value for better informed purchasing decisions
  • Managed monthly projects with budgets ranging from $8k - $15k and bookkeeping, invoicing and tax reporting
  • Maintained 4.9/5 stars customer satisfaction

Wardrobe Consultant

Dillards Department Store
Jacksonville, FL
03.2014 - 07.2018
  • Delivered one on one wardrobe consultations for life stye draw based commission sales approach
  • Built wardrobes for professional, casual and special occasions. Specialized in wedding wardrobe planning for groom/groomsmen
  • Scheduled and executed customer fittings for custom made suits and off the rack fittings for suits, sport coats, slacks, blazers, shirts and shoes
  • Maintained up to date product knowledge and current fashion trends, fits and fabrics

Key Achievements include:

  • Maintained top 1% in-store sales per transaction yearly
  • Won Pacesetter award every year by maintaining minimum of $350,000 in sales; averaging $400-$500k yearly
  • Ranked consistently top 10% of all consultant sales of all 300 stores company wide

Wardrobe Consultant

Men's Wearhouse and Tux
Tallahassee, FL
02.2011 - 12.2013
  • Created outfits and wardrobes for customers for weddings, special occasions and every day wear
  • Measured customers for rental clothing and alterations
  • Increased profitability in customer service, sales, inventory, expense control to achieve business growth
  • Achieved and exceeded individual and sales goals for store and company wide by maintaining top 10% sales totals
  • Educated clients on fabric care and maintenance to prolong garment life and satisfaction.

Golf Sales Associate

Sports Authority
Tallahassee, FL
09.2005 - 08.2008
  • Provided exceptional customer service, assisting clients with product selection and inquiries.
  • Executed sales strategies to promote golf equipment, enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction.
  • Maintained knowledge of inventory, ensuring accurate product displays and stock availability.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals through effective merchandising techniques.
  • Trained new associates on product features, company policies, and operational procedures.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL
05-2004

FREC 1 Licensure Course - Real Estate

Livey Vocational Technical Center
Tallahassee, FL
04-2003

High School Diploma -

Wakulla High School
Crawfordville, FL
05-2000

Skills

  • Sales negotiation
  • Negotiation
  • Strategic planning
  • Relationship management
  • Budget development
  • Business operations management
  • Client relationship management
  • Sales strategy development
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Strong work ethic

Timeline

Owner\Operator

The Artisan Edge Painting Company
07.2018 - Current

Wardrobe Consultant

Dillards Department Store
03.2014 - 07.2018

Wardrobe Consultant

Men's Wearhouse and Tux
02.2011 - 12.2013

Golf Sales Associate

Sports Authority
09.2005 - 08.2008

Associate of Arts -

Tallahassee Community College

FREC 1 Licensure Course - Real Estate

Livey Vocational Technical Center

High School Diploma -

Wakulla High School