Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Peggy Springfield

Peggy Springfield

Newport Beach,CA

Summary

Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.

Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Interior Design Consultant

Sonder Living
05.2023 - Current
  • Communicated product information, installation methods and product upgrade options.
  • Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
  • Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
  • Conducted client consultations to understand requirements and preferences.
  • Assisted clients with budget considerations and made recommendations for furniture, wall hangings and personal items.

Retail Stylist

Lafayette 148
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Kept work areas, tools and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
  • Helped customers feel relaxed and comfortable through conversation and personal relatability.
  • Arranged merchandise to present visually appealing displays and attract clientele.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Recorded notes for future reference about customer preferences and services delivered.

Manager

Laura Matthews Designs
08.2017 - 12.2022
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
  • Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Applied customer feedback to develop process improvements and support long-term business needs.
  • Conducted monthly inventories of raw materials and components on work floor.
  • Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
  • Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.

Interior Designer

Self
10.2007 - 10.2017
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
  • Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
  • Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials and products.
  • Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
  • Assisted clients with budget considerations and made recommendations for furniture, wall hangings and items
  • Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development and construction document phases.

Education

Associate of Arts - Interior Design

Interior Designers Institute, Newport Beach, CA
09.1980

Some College (No Degree) - Design

Thomas Nelson Community College, Hampton, VA

Skills

  • Managing Operations and Efficiency
  • Managing Terminations
  • Employee Coaching and Motivation
  • Managing Reception
  • Customer Service
  • Sales Strategies
  • Greet Guests
  • Staff Management
  • Scheduling and Coordinating
  • Overseeing Employees

Timeline

Interior Design Consultant - Sonder Living
05.2023 - Current
Retail Stylist - Lafayette 148
11.2022 - 04.2023
Manager - Laura Matthews Designs
08.2017 - 12.2022
Interior Designer - Self
10.2007 - 10.2017
Interior Designers Institute - Associate of Arts, Interior Design
Thomas Nelson Community College - Some College (No Degree), Design
Peggy Springfield