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Kama Crocker Williams

Dickinson,TX

Summary

Experienced kitchen designer with a background of excellent customer service, organization and time management. Excellent blueprint interpretation and 20/20 skills. Corporate kitchen design trainer with demonstrated ability to formulate curriculum, coordinate events and maintain a scheduled timeline.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Cabinet Designer

Wisenbaker Builder Services Inc.
11.2017 - 03.2023
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, as each of the 10 homebuilders had between 10-80 plans either being designed or revised.
  • Reviewed blueprints and architectural drawings to ensure accurate measurements and placement of cabinets within a space.
  • Followed exact builder specifications in design process
  • Did blueprint take-offs to design all built in cabinetry for spec homes
  • Worked with Design Center to create address specific home design for a buyer - which could include up to 12 change order requests
  • Worked to ensure fit of upgrades appliances through specifications and installation guides
  • Worked hand in hand with the sales department to ensure that plans were completed with high quality results and within a timely manner for each client.

Preschool Teacher

S.E.E.D.S. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
08.2008 - 08.2014
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) accredited pre-school teacher
  • Responsible for daily needs, interests of two year olds
  • Worked with team to create fun, new activities to enhance learning through development of weekly lesson plans
  • Lead two year old teacher 2012-2013
  • Used college art minor to introduce and increase creativity through many forms of media.

Corporate Design Trainer

Home Depot
04.2002 - 04.2003
  • Worked side by side with Home Depot Buyers, Divisional Managers and product representatives to arrange and manage installation timeline for all displays
  • Responsible for training associates in the following skills: 20/20 design system, Home Depot computer system, countertop selection and estimation and cabinetry product knowledge
  • Held KB 101 and KB 102, which are classes teaching National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) guidelines to new associates in the Kitchen and Bath Departments.
  • Enhanced design skills of trainees by incorporating hands-on projects and real-world examples into lessons.
  • Delivered engaging lectures on various design principles, fostering creativity and critical thinking among trainees.

Project Designer

Expo Design Center
01.2001 - 04.2002
  • Designer specializing in kitchen design
  • Responsible for creating the design to fulfill client's needs- approximately 3-5 clients at any given time
  • Maintained a knowledge of all cabinetry and counter top options available and understood how to use each to the best advantage of the client
  • Networked with experts in all aspects of design from flooring to lighting to create a design, meeting various expectations, time frames and budgets
  • Coordinated with project superintendents and installers to ensure a smooth installation.

Education

Wisnebaker Continuing Education (2017-2023) - Better Business Practices 2017-2023

Link Learning - Wisenbaker Builder Services
Houston, TX
03.2023

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Creative Trainers
Houston, TX
03.2013

Continuing Education Credits -

In Design And Home Improvement Techniques And Products
Houston, TX
04.2003

NKBA Kitchen Design Class -

Houston, TX
Houston, TX
01.1996

Bachelor of Science-Home Economics - Interior Design

Interior Design Emphasis-Art Minor
San Marcos, TX
08.1993

Skills

  • Design Software Proficiency
  • Time Management
  • Space Planning
  • Design Presentation
  • Team Collaboration
  • Interior Design Principles
  • Problem Solving
  • Cabinet Layout
  • Custom Cabinetry Design
  • Attention to Detail
  • Blueprint Reading

Accomplishments

Volunteer of Excellence National Award - Girl Scouts of America for service to the Mariners of San Jacinto Council and the 10 Year Service Award for service to the Girl Scouts

training

  • Product Knowledge Week
  • LEAD How to Get More Done in Less Time
  • Common Sense in the Workplace
  • Collaboration, Accommodation and Compromise Conflict Modes
  • Why Collaboration Counts
  • Creating Effective Daily Routine
  • Skills Seminar 2019
  • Time Management Part 1 & 2
  • Child Development Associate, Creative Trainers, 03/2013

Software

20/20

Word

Excel

Wisenbaker's Echelon

Zoom, Teams

Timeline

Cabinet Designer

Wisenbaker Builder Services Inc.
11.2017 - 03.2023

Preschool Teacher

S.E.E.D.S. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
08.2008 - 08.2014

Corporate Design Trainer

Home Depot
04.2002 - 04.2003

Project Designer

Expo Design Center
01.2001 - 04.2002

Wisnebaker Continuing Education (2017-2023) - Better Business Practices 2017-2023

Link Learning - Wisenbaker Builder Services

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Creative Trainers

Continuing Education Credits -

In Design And Home Improvement Techniques And Products

NKBA Kitchen Design Class -

Houston, TX

Bachelor of Science-Home Economics - Interior Design

Interior Design Emphasis-Art Minor
Kama Crocker Williams