JACQUESLENE AHRENS
Plymouth,CA
Summary
Design Professional passionate about designing and creating individualized interior spaces for clients and their families. Driven to excel in the industry by accepting new challenges, overcoming obstacles, and continuous education in the field. By being detail oriented, creative and organized, able to help clients and anyone in the professional circle accomplish objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interior Design Consultant
INTERIOR LOGIC GROUP
12.2020 - 12.2025
- Met with new Home Buyers at Design Center to help assist them throughout their entire Design process from start to finish.
- Built rapport with Home Buyers by listening to their needs, design preferences and daily lifestyle so that they can make the best decisions for their new home.
- Made sure to always educate Home Buyers on materials selected, so they understand any pro's, con's and maintenance that may be required upon move-in.
- Made sure to create a safe place for Home Buyers to feel comfortable with myself, their selections and their budget.
- Had Home Buyers leave our appointment happy and confident that they made the right choices.
- Created diagrams, floor plans, and addendums for the Buyer, Builder, and Installers.
- Developed and maintained a good working relationship with the Builder and their team by keeping close communication and transparency.
- Designed functional and aesthetic spaces tailored to client needs and preferences.
Showroom Consultant
MARAZZI / AMERICAN OLEAN
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Offered superior customer service and used my education and experience to provide design advice when helping customers choose tile to compliment and/or remodel their homes
- Was responsible for all showroom displays, designs, including but not limited to vendor relationships/management, samples in both the Showroom and in Sample Express, etc
- Attended after-hour meetings, presentations and social events to build and maintain customer relationships
- Organized and lead branch events, set appointments, scheduled team building activities, meetings for affiliated organizations, and kept all co-workers on schedule with trainings.
- Conducted in-depth consultations to assess customer needs and recommend suitable tile solutions.
- Advised clients on product selection to align with design preferences and project requirements.
Outside Sales Representative
MARAZZI / AMERICAN OLEAN
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Called on prospective and existing customers to attain new accounts and get product/displays into their showroom/store
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers by following through, being consistent and reliable
- Used negotiation skills to lock in purchase orders, therefore growing overall branch sales and staying within the margin goals of the company.
- Cultivated relationships with key clients to drive sales growth and ensure customer satisfaction.
Customer Service Representative
MARAZZI / AMERICAN OLEAN
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Front counter duties including, but not limited to customer service, processing purchase orders, answering phones, responding promptly to customer emails and inquiries.
- Processed orders and returns efficiently, ensuring accuracy in transactions and documentation.
Manager, Stylist & Visual Merchandiser
TRIXIE BOUTIQUE
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Used my customer service skills and college background to personally style clients for their upcoming events, using my knowledge of color theory, silhouettes and wide variety of available product
- Planned and organized upcoming events, work with vendors, other small businesses, social media, magazines, and news media, including Good Day Sacramento in which I've appeared on
- Thoroughly assessed intake and priced new and gently used designer apparel, shoes and accessories for resale
- Used my Visual Merchandising skills to set window displays, in-store displays, and stage interior design sets.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing discrepancies and optimizing stock levels.
- Collaborated with marketing on promotional strategies, driving foot traffic and increasing brand awareness.
Assistant Store Manager
THE LIMITED
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Lead and motivated a team to provide excellent customer service and teaching them how to drive sales by up-selling to increase UPT
- Concentrated heavily on conversion, ADS and UPT to make daily and weekly sales goals as set forth by the corporate office
- Worked with other members of management to encourage our team to maintain store policies and procedures while also giving them the tools and support to excel in individual work ethics.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure exceptional customer service and store presentation.
- Trained and mentored staff on sales techniques and product knowledge to enhance performance.
Commerce Listing Agent
TOP
01.2010 - 01.2013
- With extensive knowledge in fashion design and marketing, created listings for online sales on eBay and Amazon sites
- Used retail experience and current research to figure out sales prices based on cost of goods, demand, and costs of shipping and handling
- Stayed up to date with overseas distribution laws and communicated frequently with employers and fellow listing agents.
- Conducted thorough market analyses to inform pricing strategies and competitive positioning for listings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Apparel Marketing & Design
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA2010
A.A - Liberal Arts
Sierra College
Rocklin, CA2006
Career Diploma - Interior Design
Ashworth University
Online2006
Career Diploma - Wedding & Event Planning
Ashworth University
Online2005
High School Diploma -
Rocklin High School
Rocklin, CA06-2003
Skills
- Visual Design
- Presentation Boards
- Furniture Selection
- Sales Expertise
- Interior Decorating
- Window Treatments
- Special Events
- Work Orders
- Showroom Preparation
- Industry Trends Knowledge
- Residential Renovation
- Product Specifications
- Develop Designs
- On-site Visits
- 3D Rendering Software
Certification
Eliant Homebuyers' Choice Awards 2025: Design Representative of the Year - Top 5
Schluter Systems Innovation Workshop Certification: Part 1
Schluter Systems Innovation Workshop Certification: Part 2
Laticrete University Workshop Certification
Timeline
Interior Design Consultant
INTERIOR LOGIC GROUP
12.2020 - 12.2025
Outside Sales Representative
MARAZZI / AMERICAN OLEAN
01.2017 - 01.2018
Showroom Consultant
MARAZZI / AMERICAN OLEAN
01.2016 - 01.2019
Customer Service Representative
MARAZZI / AMERICAN OLEAN
01.2015 - 01.2016
Manager, Stylist & Visual Merchandiser
TRIXIE BOUTIQUE
01.2014 - 01.2015
Assistant Store Manager
THE LIMITED
01.2013 - 01.2014
Commerce Listing Agent
TOP
01.2010 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Apparel Marketing & Design
California State University, Sacramento
A.A - Liberal Arts
Sierra College
Career Diploma - Interior Design
Ashworth University
Career Diploma - Wedding & Event Planning
Ashworth University
High School Diploma -
Rocklin High School