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Michele L. Henley

Olive Branch,MS

Summary

Professional, seasoned cosmetologist/barber with a combined total of 27 years of experience with deep expertise and readiness for leadership. Proven track record in driving business growth and operational efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Known for reliability, adaptability, strategic vision, and effective problem-solving. Skilled in business management, financial planning, and customer relations.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Stylist

Edge & Elegance Studio
09.2022 - Current
  • Gathers information, prepares special reports and presentations, maintains records, and projects future trends to ensure the company’s success
  • Provide guidance and developmental assistance on organizational and company policies, procedures, rule, regulations and administrative procedures
  • Managed customer service and client management, salon equipment maintenance, booth rental contracts and product inventory on weekend bases
  • Design training to include objectives based on skills, knowledge and abilities; sequence of instruction; training methods and settings
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.

Department Head

Greenville Technical College
01.2019 - 08.2022
  • Served as a liaison between the department and other divisions within the company, facilitating strong working relationships that contributed to successful projects.
  • Develop, Analysis and Reinforce curriculums, policies, statutes and regulations for my department
  • Arrange physical and/or online environment through e-Learning for effective collaboration and learning
  • Overseen College wants to attract, motivate, and keep qualified employees/students and match them to jobs/courses for which they are well-suited
  • Researched and developed efficient and cost-effective methods of training and development activities followed by evaluations for staff and students
  • Oversee employee relations, securing regulatory compliance, and administering employee-related services such as payroll, training, and benefits
  • Oversee the college operating practices, such as recordkeeping systems, personal and budgetary requirements, and performance standards to create new systems to revise established procedures
  • Develop/revise training materials based on feedback from student/instructor evaluations; and as changes occur to equipment, procedures, practices, policy, or other information on which training is based; addressing target audiences, using a variety of media, and providing varied learning experiences
  • Administer examinations for licensure and/or certification
  • Enforced organizational rules and incorporated policy changes into departments' day-to-day activities.

Cosmetology School Director

Georgia Institute of Cosmetology
11.2012 - 12.2018
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to a staff and student body of over 100
  • Develops and implements programs to increase student enrollment, attendance and improve workplace morale
  • Coordinate work activities and ensure that staff complete the duties and responsibilities
  • Preformed planning, organizing, and supervising functions of the staff/students including administration, Financial Aid, payroll, hiring, teaching and recruiting
  • Ensure that the students and staff complied with company policies, rules and regulations per state and OSHA
  • Researched and developed efficient and cost-effective methods of training and development activities followed by evaluations for staff and students
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of the school, including staff supervision, facilities management, and budget oversight, ensuring a seamless educational experience for students.
  • Boosted faculty morale by providing professional development opportunities and recognizing outstanding achievements.

Beauty Salon Manager/Self Employed Cosmetologist

Blocker’s Beauty Salon and Barbershop
06.2003 - 01.2013
  • Administered to the entire scope of operations while simultaneously contributing as a cosmetologist in one of eight stations for both male and female clients
  • Managed customer service and client management, salon equipment maintenance, booth rental contracts and product inventory
  • Participated in community projects and civic activities to promote healthy lifestyles, improve appearance, outlook, confidence and self esteem
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for clients and employees alike.
  • Inspired, coached and motivated the next generation of beauty professionals and visionaries by providing guidance on meeting personal and professional goals, working effectively and safely in accordance with South Carolina Licensing Board and company regulations, policies and procedures

School Director/Admissions Representative

Michael’s School of Beauty
01.2010 - 08.2011
  • Prepared, maintained and submitted all reports requested by the company on a weekly, bi-weekly and monthly basis
  • Researched and developed efficient and cost-effective methods of training and development activities followed by evaluations for staff and students
  • Championed diversity efforts within the school community, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that embraced all backgrounds and perspectives.
  • Design training to include objectives based on skills, knowledge and abilities; sequence of instruction; training methods and settings
  • Develop/revise training materials based on feedback from student/instructor evaluations; and as changes occur to equipment, procedures, practices, policy, or other information on which training is based
  • Preformed planning, organizing, and supervising functions of the staff/students including administration, Financial Aid, payroll, hiring and recruiting
  • Tracked and analyzed statistics for student enrollment, class attendance and State Licensing pass/fail trends
  • Planned, organized and conducted training workshops, developed and implemented educational curriculum and administered tests for comprehension of written and practical skills in a variety of courses to prepare students for state licensing examination

Student Salon Supervisor/Instructor

Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology
10.2006 - 01.2010
  • Perform evaluation of training effectiveness by conducting end-of-course evaluations and compiling exam results data
  • Responsible for day-to-day activities on the clinic floor, including ensuring student and company goals have been reached, business targets met, clinic and classroom sanitation maintained
  • Inspired, coached and motivated the next generation of beauty professionals and visionaries by providing guidance on meeting personal and professional goals, working effectively and safely in accordance with South Carolina Licensing Board and company regulations, policies and procedures
  • Develop test items that measure trainee performance, are consistent with cognitive level of objectives, and ensure predictive validity, and other evaluation instruments
  • Licensing Board and company regulations, policies and procedures and addressing educational commitments and obligations and student challenges
  • Planned, organized and conducted training workshops, developed and implemented educational curriculum and administered tests for comprehension of written and practical skills in a variety of courses to prepare students for state licensing examination

Education

Educator in Training -

John Paul Mitchell Academy
Gastonia, NC
08.2024

Instructor License -

Kenneth Shuler’s School of Cosmetology
North Augusta, SC
06.2000

Cosmetology License -

Aiken County Career School
Aiken, SC
05.1998

Diploma -

North Augusta High School
North Augusta, SC
05.1998

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • MS Word
  • MS Excel
  • MS PowerPoint
  • Project management
  • Supervisor
  • Colleague
  • Kronos
  • E-Learning
  • Administrative Head
  • Staff management
  • Hiring and staffing
  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations

Affiliations And Interests

  • Aiken County Career School Board of Cosmetology Member
  • Platform Artist for Nairobi/KS Design Team
  • Volunteer Cosmetologist for charity organizations such as Homeless Stand-down and Back to School Events, CSRA

Timeline

Owner/Stylist

Edge & Elegance Studio
09.2022 - Current

Department Head

Greenville Technical College
01.2019 - 08.2022

Cosmetology School Director

Georgia Institute of Cosmetology
11.2012 - 12.2018

School Director/Admissions Representative

Michael’s School of Beauty
01.2010 - 08.2011

Student Salon Supervisor/Instructor

Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology
10.2006 - 01.2010

Beauty Salon Manager/Self Employed Cosmetologist

Blocker’s Beauty Salon and Barbershop
06.2003 - 01.2013

Educator in Training -

John Paul Mitchell Academy

Instructor License -

Kenneth Shuler’s School of Cosmetology

Cosmetology License -

Aiken County Career School

Diploma -

North Augusta High School

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