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Marsha Turner

Marsha Turner

Memphis,TN

Summary

A highly motivated Interior Designer with extensive sales, customer service, and hospitality experience. An out going sales professional with a proven track record of driving increased sales, improving buying experience, and elevating company profile with target market. Great work ethic, use to working long hours, being dependable, and delivering results. Always willing to mold to new ways of accomplishing goals quicker and more efficient, and work as a team member.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Interior Designer

Turner Interiors- Self-Employed
11.2004 - Current
  • Designed innovative residential and commercial spaces, focusing on client vision and functionality.
  • Collaborated with architects and contractors to ensure design integrity throughout project execution.
  • Developed comprehensive design proposals, including mood boards, color palettes, and material selections.
  • Led client presentations, effectively communicating design concepts and obtaining approvals.

Building Manager

Holland and Associates
12.2015 - 11.2024
  • Managed building operations, ensuring compliance with safety and maintenance standards.
  • Coordinated maintenance schedules, optimizing resource allocation for efficiency.
  • Evaluated vendor contracts, negotiating terms to enhance service delivery and cost-effectiveness.
  • Conducted regular inspections, identifying areas for improvement in facility conditions and services.
  • Inspected grounds and facilities to identify necessary repairs.
  • Managed operations, maintenance and improvement of properties.
  • Managed and scheduled contract workers who completed building maintenance and upgrades.
  • Oversaw installation of high-efficiency heating and cooling systems, reducing energy costs.
  • Supervised landscaping and exterior maintenance, enhancing property's curb appeal.

Director of Guest Services

St. Columba Conference Retreat Center
07.2010 - 07.2013

Directed a staff of 20 in all aspects of customer service, through out 5 Lodges, serving 60-400 per event.

Directed a staff of cooks to prepare, and serve, three meals a day to 60-80 people, I planned Menus, purchased all foods, managed budgets and supervised events.

Trained kitchen staff to cook, serve, and maintain the kitchen to code standards at all times.

Organized staff for set-ups, Trained staff to construct trays for events, and set-up a complete bar.

Managed complete office, phone calls, sold contracts for events, and promoted new event business. I was a member representative for St Columba Conference Center at Bartlett Chamber of Commerce.

24/7 Security for 150 Acres while living on premises.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design

Lambuth College
Jackson Tn
05-1980

Skills

    High Pressure Sales

    Microsoft

    Word

    Apple

    Extensive Phone skills

    Communication

    Closing Contracts

    Conflict resolution

    Creativity and innovation

    Organizational skills

    Team Management

    Budget Management

    Hospitality

Interests

Motorcycling

Sailing

Gardening

Avid Reader

Cooking

Animal rescue

Timeline

Building Manager

Holland and Associates
12.2015 - 11.2024

Director of Guest Services

St. Columba Conference Retreat Center
07.2010 - 07.2013

Senior Interior Designer

Turner Interiors- Self-Employed
11.2004 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design

Lambuth College