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Karyn Ford

Modesto,CA

Summary

Accomplished and driven business leader and entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in diverse small business environments. Directed and managed the development of various projects, demonstrated exceptional managerial skills, such as planning, scheduling, budgeting and logistics.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Treasures Gift Shop and Consignment
02.2013 - 03.2023
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.

Sales Manager

Specialty Auto Sales
06.2000 - 08.2012
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.

Owner

Gypsy Wind, Special Events and Trade Shows
04.1995 - 12.1999
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.

Owner

Kenner’s Donut Shop
05.1990 - 08.1994
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Fred C. Beyer High School
Modesto, CA

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Business Development
  • Business Planning
  • Business Management

Timeline

Owner

Treasures Gift Shop and Consignment
02.2013 - 03.2023

Sales Manager

Specialty Auto Sales
06.2000 - 08.2012

Owner

Gypsy Wind, Special Events and Trade Shows
04.1995 - 12.1999

Owner

Kenner’s Donut Shop
05.1990 - 08.1994

High School Diploma -

Fred C. Beyer High School
Karyn Ford