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James Whittier

Palm Springs

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in management, design, hospitality, cosmetology, retail, and customer service. Collaborative team player that is self motivated and solution oriented with a track record of delivering outstanding service and achieving organizational goals.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Stylist

James Williams Hair
11.2015 - Current
  • Managed daily operations, including budgeting, marketing, and client scheduling, at two different sites
  • Worked closely with clients, offering expert advice and guidance on hair coloring techniques and styles
  • Evaluated the needs of customers and made recommendations for products based on hair type, desired results and lifestyle
  • Increased sales by educating customers about products.
  • Certified by framesi as an educator
  • Obtained advanced training in Redken and Bumble and Bumble hair care and coloring

Hair Stylist

Bungalow Salon
11.2013 - 11.2015
  • Offered professional advice on haircuts, color, and formal design during consultations with customers.
  • Assisted customers in making informed decisions by offering expert guidance on recommended products and services
  • Proficient in the education and selling of hair products.
  • Instructed and provided training to salon staff.

Hair Stylist

Cynthia K Salon
08.2003 - 11.2013
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations including budgeting, marketing, and scheduling clients
  • Designed and ordered marketing materials utilizing online software
  • Advised customers on their haircare needs
  • Created hair styles for formal events
  • Analyzed customers' hair, facial features, and needs, and recommended appropriate services.

Education

Cosmetology Program -

Minuteman Regional School of Technology
Lexington, MA
05.2000

Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Design

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY
05.1991

Skills

  • Scheduling
  • Event coordination
  • Organized
  • Exceptional customer support
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Clear communicator
  • Client engagement
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Client support

Timeline

Owner/Stylist

James Williams Hair
11.2015 - Current

Hair Stylist

Bungalow Salon
11.2013 - 11.2015

Hair Stylist

Cynthia K Salon
08.2003 - 11.2013

Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Design

Fashion Institute of Technology

Cosmetology Program -

Minuteman Regional School of Technology
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