Florence (Sandy) Beck
Denver,CO
Summary
Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 10 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Go to Girl
01.2019 - Current
- Started organization business helping clients organize their personal space
- Oversee daily operations, including marketing, social media, and sales
- Create and maintain relationships with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored organizing solutions
- Ensure high quality service delivery and client satisfaction
- Manage finances, including budgeting, invoicing and tracking expenses.
Manager
Ignite Your Aura
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Managed event logistics, including timelines, schedules and staff assignments
- Set up and broke down all equipment and event paraphernalia
- Communicate with clients to understand their vision and expectations for event
- Lead and motivate event staff to deliver exceptional service and exceed client expectations.
Owner
Steel Petals Tattoo Studio
01.2013 - 08.2017
- Created Business from ground floor to completion
- Demonstrated skills in business administration, including; purchasing inventory and supplies, contract negotiations, rental agreements and salaries
- Managed business accounts and finances, customer relations, staff training and studio management
- Develop and maintain unique and appealing brand identity for tattoo studio
- Hire and manage team of talented tattoo artists and support staff
- Develop pricing structures and promotions to attract and retain clients.
Owner
My Bar
09.2008 - 05.2010
- Created Business from ground floor to completion. Started with an empty building to finished product; including but not limited to: plumbing, electrical, designing and building all furniture, negotiating and purchasing equipment and creating brand identity
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Hired trained, and managed employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
Owner/Painter
Sandys Painting Service
06.2001 - 12.2006
- Used painting skills to complete various major and minor exterior and interior painting jobs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
City Manager
KBA Marketing
01.1995 - 03.2000
- Over 5 years experience in National Brand Promotion Management withing entertainment industry.
- Directed activities of 5 managers and 20 field reps while establishing a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Managed SFX promos at Desert Sky Pavillion/VAs product sales and essential deliveries/ConPro concessionaire program/field rep distribution
- Conceived and implemented database for national in house documentation, trend setting market survey groups reviewing national advertising campaigns. Provided demographic studies for Tempe, Scottsdale and Phoenix areas
- Created, coordinated and executed promotional programs and events.
- Oversaw field rep product placement within venue
- Built strong relationships with local businesses. Negotiated and signed 88 venue contacts within budget
Arizona Childrens Home
Behavioral Specialist
01.1990 - 08.1995
- Facilitated transition of 3-17 year olds from group home/detention centers back into family life.
- Developed positive relationships with students, fostering trust and encouraging growth in social skills.Visited 10 families 3 times per week to ease transition/resolve issues.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to decrease negative behaviors and increase pro-social skills in students.
- Supported students with emotional and behavioral disorders by creating tailored coping strategies.
- Coordinated community resources for families, connecting them with relevant support services as needed.
- Worked closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support plans for at-risk students.
- Provided crisis intervention services during critical situations involving emotionally distressed or volatile individuals.
- Actively monitored student progress using data-driven methods, ensuring appropriate modifications were made when necessary.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors.
- Provided individualized care and treatment plans consistent with age and developmental needs of each patient.
- Delivered crisis intervention and assisted families in understanding complexities of mental illness.
Education
Massage Therapist -
Maui School of Therapeutic Massage
Maui, Hawaii01.2007
BSW - Social Work
ASU-Tempe
Tempe, AZ04.1993
Skills
- Exceptional managerial skills - demonstrates strong leadership skills and ability to participate effectively as member of team
- Time efficient and reliable
- Outstanding communication and problem solving skills
- Creative, innovative and always shows initiative
- Determined and persistent
- Eager and willing to learn
- Passionate, motivated and driven
Certification
- Reiki Course Master, New Zealand 2013
- Jin Shin Jitsu course, New Zealand 2013
- Yoga Teacher Training, Brasil 2012
- Aromatherapy Training, Australia 2011
- TEFL/TESOL International Indonesia, Surabaya Indonesia 2010
Languages
Indonesian
Professional Working
Timeline
Manager
Ignite Your Aura
02.2021 - 03.2023
Owner
Go to Girl
01.2019 - Current
Owner
Steel Petals Tattoo Studio
01.2013 - 08.2017
Owner
My Bar
09.2008 - 05.2010
Owner/Painter
Sandys Painting Service
06.2001 - 12.2006
City Manager
KBA Marketing
01.1995 - 03.2000
Arizona Childrens Home
Behavioral Specialist
01.1990 - 08.1995
Massage Therapist -
Maui School of Therapeutic Massage
BSW - Social Work
ASU-Tempe
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