JENNIFER TAFAZZOLI
Boca Raton,FL
Summary
Highly accomplished and results-driven professional with 15+ years of experience in high-end design, B2B account management, and luxury retail sales. Proven ability to exceed sales goals (meeting/exceeding $1M targets), manage complex distribution networks, and cultivate enduring client and dealer relationships. Extensive experience running independent design operations, demonstrating a self-starter mindset and continuous professional engagement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Artist, Design Consultant, and Operations Manager
Self-Employed
04.2014 - Current
- Independent Business Management: Launched and continuously managed all aspects of a design venture, encompassing sales, marketing strategy, signage creation, and website design/maintenance.
- Client Relations & Sales: Marketed custom projects to local and national clients, designers, and galleries, consistently building clientele relationships.
- Achievement: Successfully accepted into the highly competitive Spectrum Miami Show during Art Basel Miami 2016, validating artistic merit and market appeal.
Distribution Manager and Design Consultant
ADRIANA HOYOS
02.2012 - 04.2014
- Goal Attainment: Consistently met and exceeded monthly, quarterly, and yearly sales goals of almost $1 Million.
- Executive Support: Provided high-level administrative support, including managing the CEO's calendar, coordinating daily conference calls, and handling all domestic and international travel arrangements.
- Presentations: Created professional PowerPoint and Excel presentations for top management and dealer meetings.
Showroom Sales Associate
STARK FABRIC & WALLPAPER
08.2011 - 02.2012
- Sales Growth: Met monthly and quarterly sales goals by building and managing a client database and proactively establishing new business.
Studio Account Executive
DESIGN WITHIN REACH
11.2007 - 04.2011
- Exceeded Targets: Achieved all monthly, quarterly, and yearly sales goals through effective client engagement and relationship management.
- Merchandising: Organized and merchandised new product arrivals to create compelling and effective showroom displays.
Project Manager and Design Assistant
BARKLEY INTERNATIONAL DESIGN GROUP
09.2005 - 11.2007
- Managed high-end residential and commercial projects from initial renovations through final installations.
Sales and Design Consultant
BO CONCEPT
12.2004 - 09.2005
- Provided expert sales and design consultation in a high-traffic showroom. Created detailed floor plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Advertising, Marketing and Communications
Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), State University of New York
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Interior Design
Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), State University of New York
Skills
- Independent business management
- Client relations
- Sales strategy
- Market analysis
Timeline
Artist, Design Consultant, and Operations Manager
Self-Employed
04.2014 - Current
Distribution Manager and Design Consultant
ADRIANA HOYOS
02.2012 - 04.2014
Showroom Sales Associate
STARK FABRIC & WALLPAPER
08.2011 - 02.2012
Studio Account Executive
DESIGN WITHIN REACH
11.2007 - 04.2011
Project Manager and Design Assistant
BARKLEY INTERNATIONAL DESIGN GROUP
09.2005 - 11.2007
Sales and Design Consultant
BO CONCEPT
12.2004 - 09.2005
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Interior Design
Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), State University of New York
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Advertising, Marketing and Communications
Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), State University of New York