Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Laurie Swaney

Laurie Swaney

Kalamazoo,MI

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Artist

Self Employed Artist
Kalamazoo, Michigan
01.1995 - Current
  • Created original artwork in a variety of mediums
  • Organized and participated in art exhibitions to showcase work.

Shift Manager

Big Apple Bagels
Kalamazoo, MI
02.2022 - 10.2023
  • Developed and maintained positive working relationships with staff, customers, and vendors.
  • Monitored store operations to ensure compliance with company policies
  • Managed cash transactions

Sales Floor Leader

Gazelle Sports
Kalamazoo, MI
03.2008 - 05.2012
  • Assisted customers with product selection and provided advice on purchasing decisions.
  • Managed the daily operations of the sales floor, including employee scheduling and customer service.
  • Monitored store performance to ensure goals were met or exceeded.

Sales and Marketing Representative

WWMT News Channel 3
Kalamazoo, MI
03.1998 - 01.2007
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to drive sales growth.
  • Created and maintained relationships with clients
  • Conducted market research to identify customer needs and preferences.
  • Generated leads through cold-calling, networking events, and digital campaigns.
  • Researched target markets to develop effective sales plans.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
04-1984

Skills

  • Great with customer service
  • Very reliable and organized

Timeline

Shift Manager - Big Apple Bagels
02.2022 - 10.2023
Sales Floor Leader - Gazelle Sports
03.2008 - 05.2012
Sales and Marketing Representative - WWMT News Channel 3
03.1998 - 01.2007
Artist - Self Employed Artist
01.1995 - Current
Western Michigan University - Bachelor of Arts, Fine Arts
Laurie Swaney