Gwen Stachura
Management / Business owner
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Reliable team member with strong communication skills and ability to adjust work for various environments. Handles modifications, requests and feedback from colleagues, clients and vendors in efficient manner, understanding needs of all parties involved. Flexible in adapting work style to fit different projects and juggling multiple assignments within tight deadlines.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Painted Tree Boutiques
11.2021 - Current
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Organizing and overseeing all shop events throughout calendar year.
- Admin over Painted Tree Social Media platforms. Creating posts to draw business and boost sales.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Recruiting and selling shop spaces to ideal business owners.
- Maintained positive customer and vendor relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
Business Owner/Operator
Crossaid
05.2011 - Current
- Oversee end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Designed and produced brand product.
- Handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Built and managed ecommerce.
- Created and managed all marketing materials and social media platforms.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Worked with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Managed five retail spaces within Painted Tree Boutiques, producing, stocking and merchandising shops.
- Managed FAIRE wholesale platform, improving performance to "Top Shop" status. Selling my brand wholesale to boutiques throughout Tennessee.
Graphic Designer
Southeast Impressions: Custom Screen Printing & Embroidery
07.2014 - 01.2018
- Developed creative design for Tshirts and promo products.
- Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics.
- Created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations.
- Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Implemented feedback and suggestions from clients to improve designs.
- Collaborated with other designers to create visually appealing graphics for range of print and digital media.
- Researched trends and projected industry changes to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Business Owner/Operator
Salt Of The Earth
05.2007 - 03.2011
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- 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.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Designed and developed product to sell online.
- Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.
Footwear Designer
Genesco
05.2000 - 05.2008
- Oversaw production fashion line from concept to completion.
- Prepared artistic and fresh designs for consideration using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop program .
- Designed seasonal styles according to upcoming trends and popular color palettes.
- Followed market trends and research to establish innovative product offerings for consumers.
- Developed exciting seasonal merchandise assortments to improve category diversity.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
Fashion Design And Merchandising - Fashion Merchandising
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05.1999
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design And Merchandising
O'More College of Design
Franklin, TN05.2000
Skills
- Business Development Understanding
- Line Building
- Graphic Design
- Customer Relations
- Sales and Marketing
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Promotional Campaigns
- Supplier Liaison
- Timelines and Milestones
- Merchandising
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Painted Tree Boutiques
11.2021 - Current
Graphic Designer
Southeast Impressions: Custom Screen Printing & Embroidery
07.2014 - 01.2018
Business Owner/Operator
Crossaid
05.2011 - Current
Business Owner/Operator
Salt Of The Earth
05.2007 - 03.2011
Footwear Designer
Genesco
05.2000 - 05.2008
Fashion Design And Merchandising - Fashion Merchandising
Indiana University Bloomington
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design And Merchandising
O'More College of Design