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Work History
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Certification
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Lauren Lechtner

Costa Mesa,CA

Summary

Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in retail/sales. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in management and optimizing long-term success.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Owner

Self-employeed
Costa Mesa, CA
05.2022 - Current
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, and purchasing.

Barista

Swell Coffee
San Diego, CA
02.2017 - 01.2018
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils and seating areas daily.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots and other equipment.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.

Sales Associate

Fair Trade Decor
San Diego, CA
11.2016 - 12.2016
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
  • Educated associates on market trends and stayed up-to-date on forecasts.
  • Developed, marketed and sold full range of products and support services.
  • Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.

Sales Associate

The Duck Store
Eugene, OR
08.2016 - 09.2016
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
  • Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
  • Achieved perfect attendance and on-time record.

Sales Associate

Bath And Body Works, Limited Brands
San Diego, CA
02.2016 - 05.2016
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.

Education

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Miracosta College
Oceanside, CA
2023

High School Diploma -

Torrey Pines High School
Encinitas, CA
06.2016

Skills

  • Focus and Follow-Through
  • Leadership and People Development
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Originality and Creativity
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Sales Promotion
  • Integrity and Transparency
  • Customer Service
  • Effective Communicator and Public Speaker

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Logo by introducing Canva for business-related tasks.
  • Applied for/obtained temporary seller's permit
  • Applied for/either obtained or am currently waiting to obtain related forms and/or permits to begin LLC
  • Achieved requiring of an audience through professional Instagram posts as well as other social media
  • Began business all by myself

Certification

  • Licensed Owner - [2022]
  • Certified Owner, Lovely Lo's Air Plants & Terrariums LLC - 2022

Hobbies

I enjoy doing yoga in my spare time and spending time with friends. I love DIY crafts that you can do at home- such as my air plant business. My favorite past time is hanging out with/taking care of animals. I also enjoy being active outdoors, like camping and hiking, as well as going to the beach!

Additional Information

I have always LOVED air plants and flowers/plants in general- especially making terrariums with them!! I thought I would share my creations with the world.

Timeline

Business Owner

Self-employeed
05.2022 - Current

Barista

Swell Coffee
02.2017 - 01.2018

Sales Associate

Fair Trade Decor
11.2016 - 12.2016

Sales Associate

The Duck Store
08.2016 - 09.2016

Sales Associate

Bath And Body Works, Limited Brands
02.2016 - 05.2016

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Miracosta College

High School Diploma -

Torrey Pines High School

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