Mary Harris

Performed facial and body services, including laser hair removal, spider vein reduction, tattoo removal, chemical peels, photofacials, hydrafacials, and Emsculpt. I conducted in-depth consultations and deep skin analysis using the VISIA skin analysis system for clients. Mapped out a three, six, and twelve-month treatment plan, including recommendations for at-home maintenance.

• Owned and operated a retail boutique providing women a personal shopping experience for casual couture clothing, handcrafted jewelry, and accessories. Responsibilities included business operations, marketing, store merchandising, and management.
• Built client loyalty by focusing on personal service and developing sincere relationships. Strategy centered on educating women on how each element in the design of clothing can enhance the look, feel, and fit for their unique body shape.
• Aggressively built a social media marketing presence and increased followers by 100%.

• Garment sales and apparel decorating business including the design of unique garment items using multi-medium elements of gemstone, embroidery, appliqué, and direct-to-garment printing. Sell and supply boutiques, schools, and small organizations with creative and custom designs, apparel, funky and fashionable belt buckles, and jewelry.

• Co-founder and co-owner of the first Aveda Lifestyle Salon & Spa in Cincinnati. Responsible for all business management, including financial, marketing, customer satisfaction, continuing education, and employment practices.
• Ranked one of the 200 fastest-growing salons by Salon Today magazine six years in a row.
• Grew the business from inception to annual revenue of over $2,000,000, with 25% of revenue in retail.
• Provided leadership, inspiration, and training to a staff of 35.
• An 87% employee retention rate from 1994 to 2002 led to exceptional client retention.

• Helped launch a new Aveda Concept Salon by bringing in an established clientele.
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