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Christen Sullivan

Altamonte Springs

Summary

Licensed cosmetologist with 31 years of experience specializing in a full range of hair care services. Proven track record of building strong client relationships and effectively upselling salon products and services. Seeking to leverage skills to drive salon profit and excel in the Salon Manager role at JCPenney.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cosmetology Educator

BeAveda
11.2022 - Current
  • Increased students'' practical skills by providing detailed demonstrations and step-by-step guidance in various techniques.
  • Managing a clinic floor with 30+ students at any given time
  • Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain a focused learning atmosphere for all students.
  • Motivated students to overcome hesitation, demonstrating sensitivity and supporting personal growth through targeted exercises and lessons.
  • Led students through lessons both in practical, interactive student salon modules and lecture-style theoretical sessions, supporting institutional plans and preparing for certification exams.

Master Stylist

JCPenney Salon
05.2005 - Current
  • Awarded America's Best and Top Producer of 2012 & 2014-2018
  • Ability to adopt flexible scheduling to accommodate salon and client needs to maximize company revenue
  • Establish customer relationships that generate client loyalty and repeat business
  • Cut, trim and shape hair or hairpieces, based on customers' instructions, hair type and facial features, using clippers, scissors, trimmers and razors.
  • Earned recognition as a top stylist within the salon due to dedication toward ongoing education and mastery of new techniques.
  • Boosted client retention rate by consistently exceeding expectations in terms of skill, creativity, and attention to detail.

Cosmetology Educator

Daytona College
07.2021 - 11.2022
  • Led students through lessons both in practical, interactive student salon modules and lecture-style theoretical sessions, supporting institutional plans and preparing for certification exams.
  • Motivated students to overcome hesitation, demonstrating sensitivity and supporting personal growth through targeted exercises and lessons.
  • Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain a focused learning atmosphere for all students.
  • Increased students'' practical skills by providing detailed demonstrations and step-by-step guidance in various techniques.

Education

High School Diploma -

Apopka High School
Apopka, FL
06-1992

Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

Orlando Vocational Technical College
Orlando, FL
06-1993

Skills

  • Cross-selling salon products
  • Ability to adjust in fast-paced settings
  • Dedicated work ethic
  • Proficient in client interactions
  • Detail-oriented accuracy
  • Integrity in professional conduct
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Teamwork
  • Reliability

Certification

  • Keratin Complex Certification
  • Master Hair Colorist Certification
  • Completion of Redken Master Training & Philosophy
  • Completion of JCPenney Salon Modules
  • Aveda trained and certified in Haircutting and Haircoloring

Timeline

Cosmetology Educator

BeAveda
11.2022 - Current

Cosmetology Educator

Daytona College
07.2021 - 11.2022

Master Stylist

JCPenney Salon
05.2005 - Current

High School Diploma -

Apopka High School

Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

Orlando Vocational Technical College

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