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Overview
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Laura Bolen

Laura Bolen

Ballwin,MO

Summary

Creative professional with a B.A. in Graphic Design and proven expertise in office coordination, retail management, and customer service. Demonstrated ability to enhance operational efficiency and foster collaboration among cross-functional teams. Recognized for innovative problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality results in dynamic environments.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Scheduling & Office Coordinator

Irreco LLC
Hazelwood, MO
04.2019 - 05.2025
  • Managed office operations including supply inventory, email correspondence, and customer communication.
  • Scheduled and routed technicians for appointments, repairs, and service calls.
  • Assisted with billing, processed payments, and created customer quotes.
  • Coordinated with counties and cities to submit required job documentation.
  • Supported field technicians and resolved customer inquiries effectively.

Assistant Manager

Artmart
St. Louis, MO
03.2017 - 04.2019
  • Supported daily store operations and team management.
  • Ensured smooth customer transactions by assisting on registers.
  • Maintained merchandise organization and presentation.
  • Updated inventory and optimized product placement for sales performance.

Replenishment Merchandising Manager

Michael’s Arts & Crafts
Fenton, MO
02.2013 - 03.2017
  • Led a team of 7–9 employees, overseeing freight processing and product restocking.
  • Managed workload assignments, visual merchandising, and truck paperwork.
  • Ensured planogram compliance and timely product display transitions.

Receptionist/Assistant

Animal Skin Clinic
Creve Coeur, MO
03.2012 - 08.2014
  • Managed front desk operations and appointment coordination.
  • Supported veterinary staff with prescriptions, filing, and patient care.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of exam rooms and stock areas.

Replenishment Associate

Michael’s Arts & Crafts
Chesterfield, MO
07.2012 - 02.2013
  • Processed freight deliveries and restocked merchandise.
  • Built displays and organized inventory for optimal store layout.

Graphic Designer

Dirxion Software
Fenton , MO
10.2002 - 06.2010

Create artwork for cd packaging, cd's and displays. Used various templates to create
artwork. Duplicated small cd runs in house, printed, stuffed and mailed to customers. Printed
packaging in house to facilitate orders. Maintained inventory. Worked with Marketing on
graphics for collateral.
• Organized cd storage for quicker and easier access.
• Corrected duplicates and incomplete entries in phone company database to facilitate
an efficient and correct work flow for various departments.
• Recognized for going above and beyond helping production with problem files.
• Grew my position from simply changing text to include the entire process from
creation to ideation to distribution.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO
12.1997

Skills

  • Office & Team Management
  • Customer Service & Communication
  • Scheduling & Coordination
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Graphic Design)
  • Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
  • Inventory Management & Merchandising
  • Quick Learner & Problem Solver
  • Detail-Oriented & Goal-Driven

Leadership And Volunteer Experience

  • Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, Art Chair, Historian/Reporter
  • S.A.D.D. (Students Against Destructive Decisions), Secretary
  • Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, Troop Leader (5 years)

Timeline

Scheduling & Office Coordinator

Irreco LLC
04.2019 - 05.2025

Assistant Manager

Artmart
03.2017 - 04.2019

Replenishment Merchandising Manager

Michael’s Arts & Crafts
02.2013 - 03.2017

Replenishment Associate

Michael’s Arts & Crafts
07.2012 - 02.2013

Receptionist/Assistant

Animal Skin Clinic
03.2012 - 08.2014

Graphic Designer

Dirxion Software
10.2002 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Southeast Missouri State University