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Michelle Cornish

NORFOLK,VA

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as an Owner at California Poppy Wellness Spa, excelling in customer relations and customized skincare plans. Proven ability to enhance client satisfaction through exceptional service and relationship building, while effectively managing business operations and implementing successful marketing strategies. State licensed esthetician with expertise in advanced facial techniques.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Divine Flow Aesthetics
Virginia Beach, VA
04.2025 - Current

Manage spa suite providing facials, waxing, and body treatments.

Ability to analyze the skin and create a treatment plan.

Understanding of skin care ingredients and their benefits.

Rideshare Driver

Uber/Lyft
06.2018 - Current
  • Responded to passenger concerns and complaints politely and professionally.
  • Developed strong communication skills while interacting with diverse groups of riders daily.
  • Followed company guidelines and policies when interacting with passengers.
  • Assisted passengers with loading and unloading luggage for enhanced customer care.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with passengers by providing friendly and professional service.

Owner

California Poppy Wellness Spa
08.2020 - 06.2024
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.

Independent Contractor

Total Life Changes
Norfolk, VA
01.2014 - 12.2020
  • Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and offering solutions that met their needs.

Education

No Degree - Esthetician License

The Chrysm Institute of Esthetics
208 Golden Oak Ct. # 200

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Customer service
  • High-frequency machine use
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Extractions and pore cleansing
  • Customized skincare plans
  • Sanitization
  • Microdermabrasion expertise
  • Sanitation maintenance
  • Skincare product sales
  • Social media marketing
  • Spa retail sales
  • State licensed esthetician
  • Infection control
  • Excellent team player
  • Advanced facial techniques
  • Galvanic current treatments
  • Professional demeanor

Timeline

Owner

Divine Flow Aesthetics
04.2025 - Current

Owner

California Poppy Wellness Spa
08.2020 - 06.2024

Rideshare Driver

Uber/Lyft
06.2018 - Current

Independent Contractor

Total Life Changes
01.2014 - 12.2020

No Degree - Esthetician License

The Chrysm Institute of Esthetics
Michelle Cornish