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Rhonda Cook

Rhonda Cook

Summary

Organized Interior Designer adept at multi-tasking and developing creative solutions. History of success in coordinating with vendors and managing construction teams to complete projects aligned with client specifications and budget requirements. Certified Interior Designer offering 20-year history of designing innovative, functional spaces focused on sustainability and creative aesthetic design. Experienced design leader, skilled in writing proposals, delivering client presentations and building key relationships to grow client base. Results-oriented Interior Designer uses experience and knowledge to create unique and innovative design solutions. Offers excellent problem-solving and communication skills for providing highest level of customer service. Dedicated to staying current on latest industry trends and developments.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Decor Designer/Florist

Owner
08.2005 - Current
  • Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
  • Oversaw installation of finishes, furniture and other design elements to control final product.
  • Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals.
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Devised project budgets to track expenses and avoid cost overruns.
  • Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.

Administrative Assistant

Kenda Systems
01.1997 - 01.1999
  • Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Processed customer orders accurately and within agreed timeframes to meet service standards.

CYBD Coordinator

Sprint Corporations
03.1995 - 04.1996

Responsible for research and analysis of technical documents from the various contractors in the United States and abroad.

Coordinated job request for the telephone technicians and construction workers.

Daily input of construction site information and problem data related to the construction site.

Video Certification Analyst

Sprint Corporation
03.1994 - 03.1995

Responsible for organizing and coordinating video conferences.

Worked as a team member to setup equipment and provide timely information to implementation representatives.

Managed project requirements and accomplished objectives by self-monitoring progress and promptly solving issues.

Education

High School Diploma -

Henry Ford High School
Detroit, MI
06.1977

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Home Styling
  • Customer Accounts Management
  • Visual Design
  • Sales Expertise

Timeline

Home Decor Designer/Florist

Owner
08.2005 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Kenda Systems
01.1997 - 01.1999

CYBD Coordinator

Sprint Corporations
03.1995 - 04.1996

Video Certification Analyst

Sprint Corporation
03.1994 - 03.1995

High School Diploma -

Henry Ford High School