Mechelle Barras
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Accomplished entrepreneur and former Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Sergeant, I excel in small business operations and relationship building. With a proven track record of developing high-performing teams and enhancing customer relations, my leadership significantly boosts enrollment and client retention. Expert in new hire training and public speaking, I drive continuous improvement and innovation in educational and service excellence.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner - Registered Nurse
Residency Aesthetics
03.2023 - Current
- Manage day-to-day business operations.
- Develope customized aesthetic injectable training materials for licensed medical professionals, ensuring relevance to the target audience.
- Develope and maintain strong relationships with students, resulting in course enrollment.
- Oversee daily operations, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Conduct comprehensive needs assessments to identify gaps in knowledge and skills for future program development.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking student progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
- Keeping current on industry trends and advancements, incorporating new techniques into existing training programs as needed.
Owner - Registered Nurse
Pure Image Laser And Spa
07.2015 - Current
- Manage day-to-day business operations.
- Develope and maintain strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversee daily operations, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Manage financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Hire, train, and manage a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Train and motivate employees to perform daily business functions.
- Implement marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new clients.
- Establish a positive workplace culture that fosters employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Mentor staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
- Train and develope team members to build spa growth.
Sergeant
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department
02.2001 - 03.2021
- Supervised and coordinated daily training operations of new police hires. Classes ranging from 50-75 officers every 6 months.
- Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for shifts while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
- Maintained accurate records of all training sessions, ensuring compliance with departmental and legal requirements for documentation purposes.
- Augmented training effectiveness by regularly reviewing course content and updating it accordingly to reflect industry advancements or best practices.
- Implemented up-to-date information in lessons regarding changes in laws or regulations pertinent to the field of law enforcement.
- Assessed trainee performance through written tests, practical evaluations, and ongoing observation, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to create consistent training materials and methods, resulting in a more unified learning experience for all participants.
- Instructed recruits on critical thinking skills, enabling them to make better decisions under pressure during challenging situations.
- Organized guest speaker events featuring experts from various fields related to law enforcement, exposing trainees to diverse perspectives and experiences within their profession.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures by providing input based on instructional experience and trainee feedback.
- Contributed to the development of new courses as needed, based on emerging trends or shifts within the field of law enforcement.
Professional Experience-Training
Current Aesthetic Injector - Residency Aesthetics & Pure Image Laser and Spa
- Treat clients with with botox, dermal fillers, pdo threads, and advanced medical aesthetic facials.
- Conducted training sessions for new and existing staff on advanced aesthetic procedures, including Botox, dermal fillers, and laser treatments.
- Developed and implemented training materials, protocols, and safety guidelines.
- Provided hands-on training and mentorship to ensure proficiency and adherence to best practices.
- Evaluated and assessed the performance of trainees, providing constructive feedback and additional training as needed.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, products, and techniques through continuous education and professional development.
Training - Continuing Education
- American Academy of Facial Esthetics PDO Thread Course - 2021
- Aesthetic Medical Educators Training - Level 1 Botox & Dermal Fillers - 2020
- American Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery Virtual Botox Course - 2020
- American Academy of Facial Esthetics Level 2 Advance Botox, Dermal Fillers - 2020
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Marian University
Indianapolis, IN2019
Esthetics License - Esthetics
Tricoci University of Beauty Culture LLC
Indianapolis, IN2015
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN2009
Skills
Small business operations
Relationship Building
Verbal and written communication
Customer Relations
New Hire Training
Planning and coordination
Public Speaking
Creative Problem-Solving
Clinical Documentation Accuracy
Pre-and post-treatment care
Collaborative Team Player
Continuing Education Commitment
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) - Indiana License Number 28254745A
- Licensed Esthetician - Indiana License Number ES21500168
- Certified Gallup Strengths Coach - 2022
- Women's Empowerment Coach - 2022
- Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Certified Trainer - 2012-2017
Timeline
Owner - Registered Nurse
Residency Aesthetics
03.2023 - Current
Owner - Registered Nurse
Pure Image Laser And Spa
07.2015 - Current
Sergeant
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department
02.2001 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Marian University
Esthetics License - Esthetics
Tricoci University of Beauty Culture LLC
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis