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Laurene Meehan

Shelter Island,NY

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales & Operations Assistant

Eel Town Oysters
Shelter Island, NY
03.2020 - Current
  • Processed oysters for retail distribution while maintaining quality standards.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service and managed direct sales effectively.
  • Designed and produced branded merchandise to enhance product visibility.
  • Coordinated daily operations to ensure freshness of oysters.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and availability.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work areas, ensuring safety compliance.
  • Resolved customer inquiries promptly, fostering high satisfaction levels.
  • Supervised facility operations in compliance with established policies.

Owner / Operator

Last Boat T-Shirts
Shelter Island, NY
01.2005 - Current
  • Created silk-screened and embroidered apparel to meet customer preferences.
  • Managed daily operations and staff scheduling to ensure efficient service delivery.
  • Oversaw customer orders and in-person sales, enhancing overall satisfaction.
  • Developed marketing strategies that increased brand visibility and customer engagement.
  • Established vendor relationships for pricing negotiations and quality supply procurement.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures through process improvements and effective resource allocation.
  • Trained and mentored new employees on operational procedures and customer service standards.
  • Coordinated events and promotions to attract new customers while retaining existing ones.

Customer Service and Purchasing Agent

JBH of Peconic
Shelter Island, NY
01.2005 - Current
  • Support clients and team members in marine construction projects
  • Handle purchasing, sourcing, and vendor communications

Customer Service representative

South Ferry
Shelter Island, NY
09.2021 - 05.2025
  • Ticket sales
  • Efficiently managed high-volume cash with precision and ensure financial accuracy
  • Administrative tasks
  • Ensured compliance with security and operational procedures
  • Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.

Bartender & Server

Planet Bliss
Shelter Island, NY
01.2001 - 01.2005
  • Provided customer service and handles food/beverage transactions
  • Managed inventory and restocked supplies

Licensed Real Estate Agent

Frederick Dinkel Real Estate
Shelter Island, NY
01.2000 - 01.2005
  • Assisted clients in buying, selling, and leasing residential properties.
  • Created and updated MLS listings and marketing materials.
  • Drafted leasing agreements and managed client files.
  • Interacted with appraisers, home inspectors, title companies, mortgage brokers, attorneys, and surveyors during the course of a transaction.

Operations Manager

John Fluevog Shoes
SOHO NYC, NY
01.1992 - 01.1999
  • Led flagship store operations for a Canadian fashion footwear brand, achieving high standards of performance.
  • Trained employees in effective sales techniques, customer service, and visual display execution.
  • Managed inventory control, staffing arrangements, and comprehensive reporting to headquarters.
  • Maintained visual presentation of the store while ensuring adherence to brand standards.
  • Communicated consistently with headquarters to relay operational insights and employee progress.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mount Saint Joseph Academy
Brighton, MA
05-1985

Photo Journalism

Suffolk University
Boston, MA

Skills

  • Customer care
  • Teamwork proficiency
  • Effective communication methods
  • Detail-oriented
  • Time optimization
  • Organizational expertise

References

Britton Clark 

Director of Operations 

South Ferry 135 South Ferry Rd., Shelter Island, NY, 11964  (703) 220-2463, Britonclark@gmail.com

Kathleen Lynch 

Counselor, LMHC; Shelter Island Board of Education President 

2 Burro Hall Lane, Shelter Island, NY, 11964   (631) 484-2204, KATHLEENLYNCH@mac.com

Julie Bliss

Director of Development for the Sag Harbor Cinema; John Fluevog Wholesales Manager 

7 Chase Ave, Shelter Island Hts., 11965  (631) 805-6279

Affiliations

President & Treasurer / Shelter Island PTSA 08/2015-06/2022

  • Served as Treasurer for 5 years from 2015 to 2020, maintaining annual budget, preparing financial reports, overseeing fundraising efforts, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
  • Led the PTSA as President from 2020 to 2022, organizing meetings, coordinating events, and fostering school community engagement that boosted participation in programs and volunteer activities.

Timeline

Customer Service representative

South Ferry
09.2021 - 05.2025

Sales & Operations Assistant

Eel Town Oysters
03.2020 - Current

Owner / Operator

Last Boat T-Shirts
01.2005 - Current

Customer Service and Purchasing Agent

JBH of Peconic
01.2005 - Current

Bartender & Server

Planet Bliss
01.2001 - 01.2005

Licensed Real Estate Agent

Frederick Dinkel Real Estate
01.2000 - 01.2005

Operations Manager

John Fluevog Shoes
01.1992 - 01.1999

High School Diploma -

Mount Saint Joseph Academy

Photo Journalism

Suffolk University

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