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Halimat Lawal

Miami,FL

Summary

Dynamic self employed with a proven track record at the Design Center of Miami, excelling in customer relations and project management. Expert in cost reduction and contract negotiation, successfully enhancing operational efficiency and nurturing client relationships. Skilled in design coordination, leveraging strong communication to deliver impactful solutions and drive profitability.

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

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Design Center of Miami
02.2019 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.

Designer

All American Kichens and Bath
03.2006 - 01.2019
  • Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management or to client.
  • Created marketing materials, including brochures, flyers and product catalogs to brand standards.
  • Used Adobe Creative Suite to edit images for use in marketing materials and website content.
  • Reviewed project requirements to plan workflows and evaluate client time and budget constraints.
  • Assisted in development of new materials for design projects.
  • Created sketches and technical drawings to present design concepts to clients.
  • Identified design requirements for each project.
  • Analyzed feedback from customers and staff to refine design concepts.
  • Utilized various software programs, creating 3D models of design concepts.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication

University of Jos
Plateau State, Nigeria
06-1994

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Project estimating
  • Sales leadership
  • Accounting expertise
  • Sales management
  • Design coordination
  • Relationship building
  • Small business operations
  • Contract negotiation expertise
  • Cost reduction
  • Project management
  • Market trend awareness

Timeline

Owner

Design Center of Miami
02.2019 - Current

Designer

All American Kichens and Bath
03.2006 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication

University of Jos

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