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
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
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
West Palm Beach, FL
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
Vero Beach, FL
09.2005 - 11.2007
- Managed high-end residential and commercial projects from initial renovations through final installations.
Sales and Design Consultant
BO CONCEPT
New York, NY
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