Donna Adams
Venice,CA
Summary
Extensive customer service experience across various industries, demonstrating adaptability in dynamic environments. Proven ability to excel under pressure and embrace challenges. Strong problem-solving skills and commitment to delivering exceptional service.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Minnie T's
Santa Monica
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitate effective store operation by assisting customers with product selection.
- Tag merchandise, monitor, and maintain inventory.
- Ensure the store is organized, clean, and visually appealing.
Photographer's Assistant
Michael Scott Adams Photography
Venice
02.2020 - Current
- Establish welcoming atmosphere by greeting clients upon arrival.
- Style wardrobe, hair, and makeup to enhance overall presentation.
- Assist photographer with lighting and background setup for impactful visuals.
- Maintain smooth session progression to ensure timely completion.
Gallery Owner/Curator
MainStay Gallery
Santa Monica, California
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Conducted artist interviews and selected artwork for exhibitions.
- Interacted daily with potential customers on a daily basis.
- Planned and executed art show openings, overseeing curation, catering, and staff supervision.
Caregiver
Private Residence
Marina del Rey, California
01.2012 - 10.2016
- Provided primary care for patient with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy.
- Executed safety protocols during medical emergencies, including seizures and head traumas.
- Managed violent outbursts by employing de-escalation techniques.
- Facilitated safe transportation in wheelchair and accessible vehicle to medical appointments.
Certified Hypnotherapist
Private Practice
Los Angeles
06.2005 - 12.2011
- Created a safe, comfortable environment for all clients during appointments.
- Developed individual treatment plans for changing habits, such as losing weight and smoking cessation.
- Successfully helping clients deal with aerophobia (fear of flying), anxiety, and anger management.
Education
Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy - Hypnotherapy
HMI Nationally Accredited College of Hypnotherapy
Tarzana, CA06-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
Douglass College Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJSkills
- Customer engagement
- Team collaboration
- Instructional adaptability
- Crisis management
- Conflict resolution
- Physical fitness
Affiliations
- Red Cross blood donor and disaster volunteer.
- Organization & safety fanatic!
- Enjoy weight training, bike riding, kickboxing,skating & skiing.
- Avid reader and creative writer.
- Discovering art in unusual and unexpected places!
Timeline
Sales Associate
Minnie T's
08.2025 - Current
Photographer's Assistant
Michael Scott Adams Photography
02.2020 - Current
Gallery Owner/Curator
MainStay Gallery
01.2018 - 02.2020
Caregiver
Private Residence
01.2012 - 10.2016
Certified Hypnotherapist
Private Practice
06.2005 - 12.2011
Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy - Hypnotherapy
HMI Nationally Accredited College of Hypnotherapy
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
Douglass College Rutgers University