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Elizabeth Powell

Pittsfield,MA

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Office

C. Herrington Home+Design
Hillsdale, NY
06.2021 - Current
  • Organized workflows for optimal goal achievement.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Store Owner

Self-employeed
Lenox, MA
02.2014 - 12.2020
  • Developed store policies and procedures to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Created a unique shopping experience for customers by providing personalized service.
  • Organized and scheduled staff to maximize efficiency in the store.

Fundraising Volunteer

Berkshire Country Day School
Stockbridge, MA
09.2008 - 05.2020
  • Developed and implemented fundraising campaigns to raise awareness and funds for the organization.
  • Conducted research on potential donors and identified appropriate funding sources.
  • Organized donor events, such as galas, dinners, auctions, and other activities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Art History And Fashion Design

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
06-1991

Associate of Arts - Fashion Design And Marketing

Lancashire Polytecnic
Preston, WA
06-1985

Skills

  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Networking
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Decision-Making
  • Self-Directed
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Verbal Communication
  • Task Prioritization

Personal Statement

  • I am very invested in making people I work with and people I meet, feel comfortable and listened to.

I feel it is a pleasure to help others with respect and with care.  I have many years experience working with people I do not know but have the curiosity to get to know them and to make them feel comfortable.

I feel these are good qualities to utilize in all workplaces.

Timeline

Office

C. Herrington Home+Design
06.2021 - Current

Store Owner

Self-employeed
02.2014 - 12.2020

Fundraising Volunteer

Berkshire Country Day School
09.2008 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Art History And Fashion Design

University of Minnesota

Associate of Arts - Fashion Design And Marketing

Lancashire Polytecnic
Elizabeth Powell