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Donna Langford

Donna Langford

Portland,Oregon

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner

Studio 15 Massage & Esthetics
Beaver, OR
10.2015 - Current
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Adhered to regulatory and policy changes and made necessary adjustments to maintain overall success.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.

Education

Oregon Real Estate License - Current

A Plus Real Estate
Remote
12.2022

Cosmetology License -

Portland Beauty School
Portland, OR
07.2021

Licensed Massage Therapist

Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology
Beaverton, OR
11.2007

High School Diploma -

Westview High School
Portland, OR
09.2021

Skills

  • Cost Analysis and Savings
  • Sales Strategies
  • Sales Planning
  • Public Speaking
  • Negotiation and Persuasion
  • Issue Resolution
  • Task Delegation
  • Incident Response
  • Staff Management
  • Process Improvement
  • New Business Development
  • Purchasing and Planning
  • Customer Relations
  • Professional Networking
  • Training and Development
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Operations Start-Up
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Articulate Communication
  • Team Leadership
  • Attention to Detail
  • Operations Management
  • Business Marketing
  • Accounting Management
  • Sales Development
  • Staff Hiring
  • People and Culture
  • Contractor Management
  • Improve Policies
  • Develop Business Structures
  • Business Administration
  • Business Management and Development
  • Balanced Work Ethic
  • Management Team Leadership
  • Systems Thinker
  • Business Optimization
  • Executive Leadership
  • Equipment Management
  • Leadership and People Development

Timeline

Business Owner

Studio 15 Massage & Esthetics
10.2015 - Current

Oregon Real Estate License - Current

A Plus Real Estate

Cosmetology License -

Portland Beauty School

Licensed Massage Therapist

Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology

High School Diploma -

Westview High School
Donna Langford