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Lauren Marks

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Driven entrepreneur and skilled sales associate with a proven track record in small business operations and customer relationship building. At 17th Street Surf Shop, excelled in engaging customers and promoting merchandise, enhancing store visual appeal. Founded Made By Lauren at 14, mastering business marketing and product design, showcasing exceptional planning and execution abilities.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Small Business Owner, Made By Lauren

08.2019 - Current

I created a jewelry business at the age of 14 as a way to showcase my creativity. Through this, I've taught myself useful skills such as marketing, networking and how to operate a business. I currently sell my products online and in person at the Painted Tree Boutique in Virginia Beach, VA.

Sales Associate

17th Street Surf Shop
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Creative Advertising

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
05-2027

Skills

  • Small business operations
  • Planning and execution
  • Vendor relations
  • Business marketing

Certification

  • National Retail Federation (NRF) Certified

Timeline

Sales Associate

17th Street Surf Shop
06.2021 - 09.2021

Small Business Owner, Made By Lauren

08.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Creative Advertising

James Madison University
Lauren Marks