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Kathy Strasen

Naples,FL

Summary

Dynamic retail leader with a proven track record, enhancing clientele experience and operational efficiency. Expert in merchandising strategies and staff training, achieving significant sales growth and improved inventory management. Skilled in fostering strong vendor relations and implementing data driven marketing initiatives to drive business success

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President of Retail Operations

Abodeable Home & Design
Naples, Florida
02.2023 - 08.2025
  • Launched a successful new store opening, coordinating logistics, merchandise, staffing, signage, design of bags/tissue, marketing, and inventory management
  • Furniture, accessories, and art buyer
  • Implemented "Instant Design Program"
  • Executed visual merchandising to enhance store aesthetics and appeal
  • Managed daily operations of a high-end home/design store
  • Supervised staff to ensure exceptional customer service standards
  • Developed employee training programs for improved product knowledge
  • Daily communication with vendors
  • Organized inventory to maintain optimal stock levels and presentation
  • Exceptional client relationships
  • Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss

Store Manager for High End Furniture store

Bay Design Store
Naples, FL
05.2019 - 01.2023
  • Managed staff of thirty sales associates/designers/warehouse staff
  • Managed daily store operations to ensure smooth functionality
  • Awarded top sales associate for selling $2 million annually
  • Lead Designer of "Instant Design Program"
  • Responsible for daily merchandising of two store locations
  • Implemented visual merchandising standards to attract customers
  • Trained and supervised staff to enhance team performance
  • Maintained comprehensive product knowledge, providing detailed and accurate information to clients
  • Developed staff schedules to optimize coverage and efficiency
  • Coordinated promotional events to drive store traffic and engagement
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling
  • Built and retained client relationships, achieving high levels of repeat business
  • Highly skilled in visual merchandising and clientele relationships

Principal/CEO

Tickled Pink Boutique
Naples, FL
01.2002 - 10.2018
  • Owned and operated high-end women's boutiique specializing in clothing, shoes, accessories and home collections
  • Curated unique product selections, enhancing client loyalty and high repeat business
  • Voted "Top 30 Stores to Shop" by Southern Living Magazine
  • Managed all aspects of business operations, including purchasing, marketing and staff management
  • Designed window displays to attract clientele and enhance brand visibility
  • Developed and executed promotions to drive foot traffic and increase sales
  • Generated comprehensive sales and inventory reports to optimize stock levels
  • Organized and participated in fashion shows enhancing community engagement
  • Showcased local designers with monthly trunk shows
  • Refreshed store layout daily to maintain a dynamic shopping experience
  • Highly skilled in visual merchandising and clientele service

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management

Barry University
Miami, FL

Skills

  • Retail Sales Experience
  • Visual merchandising
  • Store operations
  • Clientele relationships
  • Training
  • Leadership
  • Vendor communication
  • Adaptability

Timeline

Vice President of Retail Operations

Abodeable Home & Design
02.2023 - 08.2025

Store Manager for High End Furniture store

Bay Design Store
05.2019 - 01.2023

Principal/CEO

Tickled Pink Boutique
01.2002 - 10.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management

Barry University

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