Pascal Colletier
Venice,FL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Antique Importation
Self Employed
01.1996 - 02.2018
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Increased sales through customer satisfaction of our services.
Real Estate Development
Self Employed
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Investment in and day to day operations involving restoration and reconstruction of Old Loft Factory - into 12 new Condo Lofts.
- Management of subcontractors, vendors, and construction.
- Established a sound and effective budget.
- Management and payment of all banking duties involving construction loan and mortgage.
- Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes to create mutually beneficial solutions and maintain positive relationships.
Antique Restoration & Woodwork
Pierre & Jacqueline French Antiques
05.1969 - 05.1995
- Learned and performed important craftsman skills at early age.
- Was expected to be involved in all physical aspects of business - from organization and restoration to maintenance and deliveries.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
Real Estate Development
Self Employed
12.1989 - 04.1991
- Investment in & complete management and restoration of Vintage 4-story Apartment Building.
- Resourcing of all trades/subcontractors, vendors, and materials necessary.
- Management of complete 'gutting' of building and management of all trades.
- Negotiation and establishment of construction loan, bridge financing, and mortgage.
- Complete management and control of all financial aspects, involving all aspects of payments.
Sommelier and Server
La Boheme Restaurant
04.1980 - 09.1981
- Represented establishment professionally with guests and earned consistent repeat and referral business.
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Performed well enough to be promoted to server.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance Major/Psychology & Pol. Science Minors
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL05.1981
Skills
- Self-Motivated
- Excellent Communication
- Written Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Training and Development
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Hobbies
Travel - Fine Dining & Wine.
Numismatics.
Woodwork.
Metallurgy & Custom Knives.
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Antique Importation
Self Employed
01.1996 - 02.2018
Real Estate Development
Self Employed
01.1994 - 01.1996
Real Estate Development
Self Employed
12.1989 - 04.1991
Sommelier and Server
La Boheme Restaurant
04.1980 - 09.1981
Bachelor of Science - Finance Major/Psychology & Pol. Science Minors
Loyola University of Chicago
Antique Restoration & Woodwork
Pierre & Jacqueline French Antiques
05.1969 - 05.1995