Marie Blankenship
Summary
Sales and Education known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in sales team development and special events. Excel in communication, leadership, and adaptability, ensuring top selling sales teams through implementation and team collaboration.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales and Education
Estee Lauder
Orange County, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Trained BA’s and selling specialists.
- Worked and spoke at events at stores-Nordstrom, Sephora, Ulta, and Macys;
- Created KPI’s to help reach goals.
- Worked on trend events to elevate sales goals.
- Worked face to face with customers giving them professional makeup training and advice to best suit their needs.
- Elevated makeup artistry skills.
- Meeting sale goals weekly and at all events.
- Posted on social media platforms to promote product launches, events and weekly open appointments with Pro Team.
- Recruited team members for events/FSC
- Formed strong relationships with Managers
Elevated Selling Specialist
LVMH Perfumes And Cosmetics-Dior
Orange County, CA
01.2021 - 08.2024
- Elevated team lead, coaching and development of staff through product knowledge to ensure successful sales and events.
- Promoted sales events and product launches to customers through social media platforms.
- Trained and developed Beauty Stylists and Selling-Specialists in store. Teach new selling techniques by working with staff on the floor,on the phone and virtually.
- Promoted positive company image through superior customer service experiences.
- Drive and exceed sales goals through store visits, events and relationship building with management and team.
- Used social media monitoring platform to view conversations about Dior makeup/skincare and responded to inquiries about application, colors and where to find products.
- Increased client profits by establishing strong brand representation through face-to-face marketing.
- Stayed on top of industry-related topics, trends and looks to impact social media growth and engagement.
- Employed artistry and technique expertise by working directly with clients representing products at events and shows.
- Represented the brand by speaking after zoom master-class events showing products on clients to increase knowledge and close sales.
- Created, planned and execute innovative in store events to drive retail sales.
- Represented the brand at high level speaking engagements, such as trend shows and Master Classes.
- Partnered with field team on brand needs, trends for special events.
- Helped with finding new recruits for team.
Sales and Education Trainer
Coty
Orange County, CA
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Opened 3 of the new Gucci cosmetics counters within Southern California.
- Educated new counter sales teams and freelancers.
- Created brand awareness through sharing and demonstration of product knowledge.
- Mentored new staff and sales team.
- Promoted sales events and product launches to customers.
- Helped maintain social media platform.
Sales and Event Specialist
Lancome Cosmetics
Orange County, CA
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Handled appointment booking, canceling and rescheduling.
- Trained and mentored new makeup artists.
- Checked physical inventory to maintain product stock levels.
- Promoted sales events and product launches to customers.
- Ordered, displayed and maintained supplies.
Beauty Specialist
Trish McEvoy
Mission Viejo, CA
04.2019 - 10.2020
- Became number one seller at Mission Viejo within the first three months delivering high-quality service and focus on gaining loyalty with new and existing clients.
- Capitalized on upselling opportunities for additional products and services to increase sales numbers.
- Stayed up-to-date on current and emerging trends to increase professional value and meet diverse client needs.
- Suggested styles and treatments based on clients' needs and appearances.
- Utilized mobile devices and selling technology to communicate with clients and expand business.
Professional Makeup Artist
Self-employed
Sacramento, CA
09.2013 - 11.2018
- Preformed makeup as a freelance artist working with TV shows, music videos, weddings, portfolios, proms etc
Manager
Benefit Cosmetics
Sacramento, CA
05.2005 - 04.2013
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Arranged elevated Benefit beauty events within store
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Leveraged leadership skills to identify deficiencies and opportunities to improve policies, procedures and controls.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel & Outlook
- Strong coaching, training, and education to Freelance and sales team to drive sales
- Solution-oriented mindset and time management skills
- Excellent organizational and communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment
Timeline
Sales and Education
Estee Lauder
05.2023 - Current
Sales and Education Trainer
Coty
09.2022 - 03.2023
Sales and Event Specialist
Lancome Cosmetics
08.2021 - 11.2022
Elevated Selling Specialist
LVMH Perfumes And Cosmetics-Dior
01.2021 - 08.2024
Beauty Specialist
Trish McEvoy
04.2019 - 10.2020
Professional Makeup Artist
Self-employed
09.2013 - 11.2018
Manager
Benefit Cosmetics
05.2005 - 04.2013
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