Motivated business professional bringing 12 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive sales and marketing background. Multi-tasking manager well-known for creating positive workplace culture and high-performing teams. Demonstrate strong customer service communications and implement consistent client retention.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
SmileSpa San Diego Teeth Whitening
01.2020 - Current
Spearheaded innovative business plan using creative marketing strategies & technology
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Continue to grow business to 200+ clientele through effective campaign marketing and loyal incentive referral program
Possess personable customer service to ensure positive client satisfaction
Produce marketing and social media announcements and promotions
Increased revenue by 78% profit margin in second year of service by soliciting 10 new business leads daily
Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations
Established foundational processes for business operations
Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends
Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues
Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth
Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently and assess needs by proposing optimal solutions.
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs
Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Owner, Decorator & Home Stager
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01.2010 - 12.2023
Conduct 20% additional consultations on weekly basis with homeowners and prepare budget considered proposals offering profitable staging suggestions
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Collaborate with realtors, contractors, suppliers and other home professionals adjusting plans as needed to satisfy clients needs
Develop furniture concepts, conducted color consultations and material/textile presentations. Arranged floral & landscape options.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions
Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations
Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs
Organized special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers
Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports
Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs
Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business
Sales & Marketing Director
Poway High School Football
03.2019 - 11.2023
Sustained and cultivated relationships with existing and continued sponsors
Annually solicited new community businesses resulting in maximum donations
Increased donations by 75% by earning repeat and new sponsorships resulting in $100,000 donations
Spearheaded sponsorship communication and appreciation
Created, implement and produced social media marketing strategies
Developed, ordered and created sponsorship publishing and printing
Planned, coordinated and served team catered events
Led team merchandising and exceeded sales by 80%
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - COMMUNICATIONS
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL
05.1991
Skills
New Business Development
Account Retention
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Social Media Marketing
Securing New Business
Excellent Interpersonal Relationship
Highly Organized
Upselling
Relationship Development
Event Planning and Coordination
Excellent Verbal and Written Skills
Customer Communication
Sales Reporting
Administrative Oversight
Budget Administration
Regulatory Compliance
Additional Experience
Independent Sales Director, Mary Kay Cosmetics - Aurora, IL.
National Sales Manager, The Hyland Group - Chicago, IL.
Convention & Catering Sales Manager, The Arlington Park Hilton Hotel - Arlington Heights, IL.
Account Manager & Convention Services, Arthur Anderson - St. Charles, IL.
Sales & Marketing Coordinator, Summerfield Suites Hotel - Schaumburg, IL.
Timeline
Owner
SmileSpa San Diego Teeth Whitening
01.2020 - Current
Sales & Marketing Director
Poway High School Football
03.2019 - 11.2023
Owner, Decorator & Home Stager
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01.2010 - 12.2023
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - COMMUNICATIONS
Southern Illinois University
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