Lisa Lion
Estero
Summary
Highly effective problem solver, communicator, with a drive for success and excellence Strong organization skills and attention to detail aid in multitasking, meeting deadlines, and ensuring efficiency in all aspects of the job Highly effective leader, able to train and motivate staff to drive business through strong team building
Motivated Store Manager practiced in customer relations, sales and inventory control. Demonstrated skill at improving store operations, increasing top line sales and reducing costs. Successful at sales growth, customer growth, budgets and goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Francesca’s
Trumbull
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Planned and executed store merchandising plans including floor visuals and promotional/marketing materials
- Managed and developed store personnel: staff recruitment, motivate sales associates to maximize sales
- Performed operational functions including monthly assessments
- Responsible for hiring and training of staff
Associate Store Manager
Athleta
Westport
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Maintained high company standards of customer satisfaction: direct interaction with consumer & development/ training of sales associates
- Key member of team management effectively maximizing and exceeding sales goals; provided sales associates with effective selling tools
Co- Manager
LOFT/Lou & Grey
Westport
06.2015 - 07.2017
- Manage, train and develop a staff of 30 employees
- Coordinate recruiting and hiring of new staff
- Plan, coordinate and execute in-store events and private shopping parties to drive sales, engage clients and cultivate brand awareness in community.
Associate Store Manager
Athleta
Westport
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Hired and recruiting of new store
- Culture Manager; oversaw training and development of 35-person staff
- Payroll and scheduling
Assistant Manager
Brooks Brothers
Westport
01.2014 - 09.2014
- Acting Store Manager at the Westport Women’s Store
- Cultivate a positive work environment with focuses on client development
- Develop a great place to shop by building relationship with customers and communities; providing a specialized shopping experience.
Associate Manager
Coach
West farms
09.2012 - 12.2013
- Train and inspire sales oriented staff utilizing client track and building customer relationships.
- Provide exceptional service to all customers and ensure Associates meet and exceed all customer service standards
- Drive sales and profitability
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising, Marketing
Post University
Waterbury, CT05.1998
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.1996
Associate of Arts - Fashion Merchandising
Dean Junior College
Franklin, MA05.1994
Skills
- Customer Service
- Staffing & Recruitment
- Communication
- Payroll (Workday)
- Supervisory Management
Timeline
Store Manager
Francesca’s
07.2019 - 02.2020
Associate Store Manager
Athleta
07.2017 - 07.2019
Co- Manager
LOFT/Lou & Grey
06.2015 - 07.2017
Associate Store Manager
Athleta
09.2014 - 06.2015
Assistant Manager
Brooks Brothers
01.2014 - 09.2014
Associate Manager
Coach
09.2012 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising, Marketing
Post University
University of Arizona
Associate of Arts - Fashion Merchandising
Dean Junior College