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Karen Gara

Karen Gara

Northville,MI

Summary

Dynamic leader and former Owner/Operator of Merle Norman/Rebecca's Wigs at Robins Song Cosmetics Inc, adept in operations management and customer relations. Spearheaded business growth through strategic marketing and exceptional service, enhancing customer retention. Excelled in building a cohesive team, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance. Skilled in crisis management and operational oversight, significantly improving efficiency and client satisfaction.

Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than [Number] years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner /Operator of Merle Norman/Rebecca's Wigs

Robins Song Cosmetics Inc
06.2002 - 07.2024
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

Education

High School Diploma -

Redford Union HS
Redford, MI

No Degree - Makeup Artistry

Chicago Academy of Theatre And Arts
Chicago, IL
08-1985

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Client service
  • Operations management
  • Staff management
  • Marketing
  • Staff hiring
  • Business development
  • Consulting
  • Sales leadership
  • Talent development
  • Crisis management
  • Hiring and staffing
  • Effective leader
  • Customer service management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Inventory management
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Inventory tracking and management
  • Customer retention
  • Performance improvement
  • Employee motivation
  • Sales strategies
  • Operations oversight

Timeline

Owner /Operator of Merle Norman/Rebecca's Wigs

Robins Song Cosmetics Inc
06.2002 - 07.2024

High School Diploma -

Redford Union HS

No Degree - Makeup Artistry

Chicago Academy of Theatre And Arts
Karen Gara