Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Timeline
Mark    William  Hancock

Mark William Hancock

Interior Designer
San Diego,CA

Summary

With over 45 years as a seasoned Interior design and sales management leader I have led numerous luxury projects nationwide. Often adapting to trends, the needs of regional clients and expanding markets. I have been recruited several times because of my polished professional demeanor and excellent customer service skills.
With a proven track record of guiding projects from concepts to completion and personal reliable systems to keep projects on track, my global product insight, patient leadership and strong customer service skills have consistently boosted sales and team success.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Showroom Manager

America's Finest Carpet
San Diego, CA
2024 - Current
  • Consistently recruited from each position in each company as a leader in my field by new employers seeking to looking to expand their teams, growth and profitability.
  • Managed a six-member team in a challenging showroom environment, focusing on training in product knowledge and customer service to elevate sales outcomes.
  • Achieved successful lead qualification and closure of significant consumer purchases through impactful in-home client interactions. Enhanced coordination of sales orders and communication channels between corporate office, showroom, and clients.
  • Monitored and evaluated sales metrics daily and monthly to drive team alignment with objectives.

Showroom Director

La Mesa Flooring
La Mesa, CA
2019 - 2024
  • Oversaw showroom operations with a team of twelve, focusing on delivering personalized service to improve customer engagement and satisfaction.
  • Boosted sales and profitability by developing respectful working relationship with venders and creating an engaging showroom environment that is consumer and designer friendly.
  • Implemented visual merchandising strategies, resulting in optimized product displays and increased foot traffic.
  • Trained and mentored sales staff to improve their product knowledge and enhance customer service skills.

Showroom Assistant

Kaz Design Group
La Jolla, CA
2017 - 2019
  • Developed strategic relationships with interior design firms and realtors to drive outside sales growth.
  • Oversaw inventory display management, pricing strategies, and product placement across two showrooms.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clientele through effective communication and diligent follow-up.
  • Facilitated showroom liquidation process during owner's retirement transition.

Interior Designer

Woodbridge Interiors
Miramar CA
2016 - 2018
  • As my first position since relocating to California I surpassed individual sales targets consistently through strategic planning and execution.
  • Developed and executed follow-up strategies that strengthened customer relationships and loyalty.

Interior Designer

Sklar Furnishings
Boca Raton, FL
2012 - 2016


• Recruited by a privately-owned company to elevate design projects and boost company sales.
• Collaborated with sales people as the Lead designer on larger projects increasing customer satisfaction and increasing customers budgets.
• Achieved top performance in window treatment and soft goods sales, focusing on maximizing volume and profit margins.
• Facilitated integration of Dream Draper software to enhance window treatment design and floor planning efficiency.

Interior Designer

Ethan Allen Global Inc.
Boca Raton, FL
2009 - 2012
  • Recruited by management to enhance sales team performance and boost morale.
  • Orchestrated growth and development of showroom, establishing it as the largest flagship store in South Florida.
  • Chosen in January 2012 as brand ambassador to represent corporation through diverse social media marketing initiatives.
  • Implemented advanced training strategies with Hunter Douglas Window Fashions, achieving sustained increases in sales volume annually.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design

Maryland Institute of Art, Baltimore, MD
1985
  • Dean's List 1984-1984

High School Diploma -

Woodlawn Senior High School, Baltimore, MD
1981
  • Drafting, Architecture and Interior design

Skills

  • Customer relationship development
  • Maintaining and tracking project timelines and deadlines
  • Solution oriented customer service
  • Managing and maintaining both client and corporate expectations

Timeline

Showroom Manager - America's Finest Carpet
2024 - Current
Showroom Director - La Mesa Flooring
2019 - 2024
Showroom Assistant - Kaz Design Group
2017 - 2019
Interior Designer - Woodbridge Interiors
2016 - 2018
Interior Designer - Sklar Furnishings
2012 - 2016
Interior Designer - Ethan Allen Global Inc.
2009 - 2012
Maryland Institute of Art - Bachelor of Arts, Interior Design
Woodlawn Senior High School - High School Diploma,
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