Preston Clyburn
Jamaica
Summary
Dynamic professional well versed in community integration and all things Art with 10+ years in supporting individuals with disabilities lead a full and equitable life and 4 years as a visual merchandiser/ sales associate adept at transforming client visions into a visually compelling reality and helping to build and sustain reputable clientele and relationships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Supervisor
HARC
354 West 54th St New York NY 10019
09.2010 - 07.2024
- Developed and monitored individualized habilitation plans, ensuring that they align with service goals.
- Promoted independence and community inclusion for individuals served.
- Facilitated communication between staff, families, and community partners.
- Maintained accurate records and reports related to service delivery and individual progress.
- Provided direct support to individuals as needed, including assistance with daily living tasks and socialization.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care solutions for families and individuals in need.
- Promoted a safe working environment by enforcing safety guidelines and conducting regular inspections.
- Resolved conflicts among team members, fostering a harmonious work atmosphere conducive to excellent family and individual care.
- Maximized resource utilization by efficiently allocating personnel, supplies, and equipment based on priority needs.
VISUAL MRECHANDISER/Sales Associate
ALLSAINTS LTD (FLAGSHIP)
500 BROADWAY NEW YORK NY 10012
03.2016 - 05.2020
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
- Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
- Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling effective upselling and cross-selling.
Education
High School Diploma -
MAXWELL HIGHSCHOOL
145 Pennsylvania Ave, Brooklyn, NY 1120706-2002
Skills
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Community integration
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Branding and identity
- Design research
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Visual storytelling
- Fashion trend awareness
- Sales strategy
- Marketing prowess
- Lighting techniques
- Color theory
- Originality and creativity
- Event coordination
Timeline
VISUAL MRECHANDISER/Sales Associate
ALLSAINTS LTD (FLAGSHIP)
03.2016 - 05.2020
Direct Care Supervisor
HARC
09.2010 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
MAXWELL HIGHSCHOOL