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Judith Lowry

Goddard,KS

Summary

Dynamic small business owner with a proven track record at The Nail House LLC, excelling in cost control and new market research. Leveraging strong attention to detail and creativity, I successfully increased revenue through innovative service offerings and exceptional client relationships, ensuring compliance with health regulations while delivering high-quality nail care.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Small Business Owner

The Nail House LLC
07.2015 - Current
  • Perform manicures, gel polish, nail extensions, nail art, and maintenance services.
  • Consult with clients to understand preferences and recommend nail care treatments.
  • Maintain a clean, sanitary workspace and properly disinfect tools and equipment.
  • Stay current with nail trends, products, and techniques to deliver high-quality service.
  • Upsell retail products such as cuticle oils, creams, and nail care items.
  • Ensure compliance with state health and safety regulations.
  • Manage appointment schedules and maintain client records (if self-employed).


Skills & Qualifications:

  • State license/certification in nail technology.
  • Strong attention to detail and creativity.
  • Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity.
  • Knowledge of sanitation protocols and product safety.


Foot Service Expert (Pedicure Specialist or Foot Care Specialist)

Summary:
A Foot Service Expert specializes in advanced pedicures and foot treatments aimed at both aesthetic enhancement and wellness. This role often includes addressing common foot concerns such as calluses, dry skin, and ingrown toenails, and may complement work with healthcare professionals.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver professional pedicures, including exfoliation, callus removal, and foot massages.
  • Provide specialized foot care for clients with high-risk conditions (e.g., diabetes, arthritis), if certified or trained.
  • Use electric files, foot soaks, and professional products to improve skin and nail health.
  • Maintain strict hygiene and sterilization practices in all foot services.
  • Educate clients on proper foot care and recommend at-home routines and retail products.
  • Identify potential foot health issues and refer clients to podiatrists when appropriate.
  • Create relaxing and comfortable experiences, especially for elderly or sensitive clients.

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Certification or license in nail technology; additional training in advanced pedicure or foot care preferred.
  • Knowledge of common foot conditions and contraindications.
  • Experience with electric file systems and therapeutic foot treatments.
  • Compassionate, client-focused approach to service.

Restaurant, Bar and Beach Club Owner

Mauis
01.2006 - 08.2010
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.

Executive Search Consultant

Self-employeed
04.2005 - 06.2007
  • Formulated sourcing campaigns in collaboration with leader and sourcing team to attract candidates.
  • Presented qualified candidates to clients by writing compelling cover letters and submitting with required information.
  • Screened interested candidates according to position and client parameters to evaluate qualification for position, interest level, readiness to relocate and community fit.
  • Used consultative selling skills and probing questions to uncover candidate motivation and needs.
  • Conducted face-to-face meetings with candidates before client interviews to build rapport, answer questions and prepare to make decision.
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
  • Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
  • Generated and analyzed reports to monitor employee engagement and attrition trends.
  • Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
  • Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.

Research and Search Associate

Heidrick & Struggles Executive Search Consultants
03.1998 - 03.2005

Candidate Sourcing & Research
Client Support
Database & CRM Management
Administrative & Coordination Tasks
Market Intelligence
Key Skills & Qualifications

  • Use job boards, LinkedIn, databases, and networking to identify potential candidates.
  • Research industry trends and map target companies for talent scouting.
  • Create talent pipelines for current and future job openings.

Initial Candidate Screening

  • Conduct phone or video interviews to assess candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit.
  • Evaluate resumes and portfolios to match candidate qualifications with job requirements.
  • Present qualified candidates to senior recruiters or clients.
  • Assist in understanding client needs by attending briefing meetings or reviewing job specs.
  • Help draft job descriptions and candidate profiles based on client input.
  • Maintain professional communication with clients throughout the search process.
  • Maintain accurate and updated records of candidates and job orders.
  • Use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and CRMs to manage workflow.
  • Schedule interviews and coordinate logistics between candidates and clients.
  • Prepare candidate presentations, interview summaries, and reports.
  • Handle follow-ups, reference checks, and documentation.
  • Monitor competitor activity and market shifts.
  • Gather salary benchmarks and talent availability insights.
  • Share feedback and trends with the team for strategy adjustment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • High attention to detail and organizational abilities.
  • Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
  • Implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
  • Successfully sourced candidates for roles in Banking and Finance, Manufacturing and Pharmaceutical Industry.
  • Built and maintained a talent pipeline of over 1,500 professionals across key disciplines.
  • Contributed to a great number of successful placements within the first 2 years and in general until my last year in the company.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
  • Analyzed customer data to identify trends and anticipate customer needs.

Business and Property Manager

Embassy and Consulate of Australia in Venezuela
04.1997 - 03.1999
  • Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
  • Handled Ambassadors and consulate staff complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with Australian expats to identify required repairs.
  • Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.
  • Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
  • Communicated effectively with owners, residents, and on-site associates.
  • Completed annual rent calculations using housing database software.
  • Generated professional networks by engaging in professional, industry and government organizations.
  • Implemented and enforced policies and procedures to maintain properties to highest standards.
  • Kept properties in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Delivered emergency 24-hour on-call service for the Australian staff on building issues.
  • Monitored and tracked payments and expenses, providing timely and accurate financial reports.
  • Assist domestic companies looking to enter or expand in the Australian market.
  • Facilitate trade missions, business delegations, and B2B meetings.
  • Support foreign companies interested in investing or expanding into Australia
  • Provide guidance on regulatory, legal, and market-entry procedures.
  • Monitor and report on economic trends, industry developments, and market opportunities.
  • Conduct sector-specific research and prepare business intelligence reports.
  • Analyze bilateral trade flows and investment data.
  • Organize and coordinate business forums, business roundtables, trade shows, seminars, and networking events.
  • Promote the embassy’s economic initiatives and partnerships.
  • Prepare promotional materials and presentations for economic and commercial events.
  • Build and maintain relationships with local chambers of commerce, industry associations, and government agencies.
  • Serve as a point of contact between businesses, diplomatic staff, and economic partners.
  • Liaise with trade promotion agencies and commercial Attachés. Likewise i was charge of the preparation and supervising of all detail related to the celebration of the Australian national day.
  • Draft briefings, economic notes, and business opportunity alerts for embassy staff and visiting officials.
  • Maintain communication with relevant ministries and stakeholders in the home country.
  • Prepare official correspondence and summaries of economic meetings.
  • Support visa or documentation processing for business delegations (if applicable).
  • Assist in scheduling appointments and travel logistics for visiting business delegations.
  • Maintain databases of business contacts, event participants, and trade inquiries.
  • Strong research and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and diplomatic writing abilities.
  • Knowledge of international trade, economics, and business practices.
  • Multilingual skills are often a plus.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM tools, and market databases.

Translator and Interpreter

Self-employeed
09.1994 - 09.1998
  • Provided verbal summaries of non-English documents for immediate use.
  • Translated documents from English to Spanish and vice versa.
  • Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
  • Developed strategies to perform accurate and consistent translations.
  • Translated Italian books and technical manuals into English.
  • Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
  • Interpreted conversations between foreign language-speaking clients and others, specifically in the medical field.
  • Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
  • Interpreted conversations between foreign language-speaking clients and others.
  • Translated website content from Italian and Spanish to English.
  • Interpreted spoken and written languages other than English and vice versa.
  • Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
  • Proofread, edited and improved documents of different sizes.
  • Maximized quality control of translated documents.
  • Created detailed reports on accuracy of translated documents.
  • Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
  • Collaborated with team to translate series of documents from English to Spanish and Italian .
  • Stayed current on new expressions and cultural changes impacting language translation.
  • Assisted foreign language-speaking clients with inquiries.
  • Researched cultural etiquette and specific use of slang words.
  • Reviewed final work to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Colegio Agustiniano Cristo Rey
Caracas, Venezuela

Bachelor of Arts - Modern Languages, Translation And Interpreting

Universidad Central De Venezuela
Caracas, Venezuela

Master of Arts - Marketing And Sales

Universidad Central De Venezuela
Caracas Venezuela

Skills

  • Cost control and analysis
  • New business launch
  • New market research
  • Accounting oversight

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Professional Working

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Contract Work

Work Location

Remote

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork from home optionHealthcare benefits401k match

Affiliations

  • Kansas State Board of Cosmetology
  • Degree in Podology from the North America School of Podology
  • AARP

Timeline

Small Business Owner

The Nail House LLC
07.2015 - Current

Restaurant, Bar and Beach Club Owner

Mauis
01.2006 - 08.2010

Executive Search Consultant

Self-employeed
04.2005 - 06.2007

Research and Search Associate

Heidrick & Struggles Executive Search Consultants
03.1998 - 03.2005

Business and Property Manager

Embassy and Consulate of Australia in Venezuela
04.1997 - 03.1999

Translator and Interpreter

Self-employeed
09.1994 - 09.1998

High School Diploma -

Colegio Agustiniano Cristo Rey

Bachelor of Arts - Modern Languages, Translation And Interpreting

Universidad Central De Venezuela

Master of Arts - Marketing And Sales

Universidad Central De Venezuela