Gretchen Sutton
LITTLE ELM,TX
Summary
Dedicated sales associate with exceptional customer service skills, ensuring personalized solutions and memorable experiences. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in teamwork and problem-solving to enhance guest satisfaction. My interior design background will further enhance my ability to support the design process at IBB Designs and to provide seamless transitions between design and implementation.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Williams-Sonoma
Frisco, TX
09.2017 - 08.2023
- Ensured every guest received attentive service and a memorable visit.
- Engaged with guests to assess needs and to direct them towards appropriate product selections.
- Helped customers locate products at other locations, and provided assistance with online orders when necessary.
- Engaged with fellow sales associates to cultivate a supportive environment and exchange valuable product insights.
Piano Instructor
Self
Little Elm, TX
09.1998 - 05.2017
- Developed customized lesson plans to enhance student engagement and skill progression.
- Coordinated recitals and festival performances to celebrate student accomplishments and foster pride in their efforts.
- Cultivated a lifelong passion for music among students.
- Directed activities of the Carrollton Music Teachers' Association to enhance music education standards during presidency from 2009 to 2011.
Interior Designer
Ethan Allen
Hurst, TX
09.1989 - 10.1993
- Collaborated with clients to create personalized interior solutions, enhancing functionality and aesthetic appeal.
- Selected and sourced materials, furniture, and accessories for functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Stayed up-to-date on industry developments by attending trade shows and workshops, and maintaining professional certifications(ASID, associate member) consistently honing expertise in the field.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Home Economics - Interior Design
Baylor University
Waco, TXSkills
- Exceptional customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Professional demeanor
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Calm and welcoming personality
- Adapt to diverse groups
- Policy and procedure adherence
- Basic computer skills
Timeline
Sales Associate
Williams-Sonoma
09.2017 - 08.2023
Piano Instructor
Self
09.1998 - 05.2017
Interior Designer
Ethan Allen
09.1989 - 10.1993
Bachelor of Science in Home Economics - Interior Design
Baylor University