Shealynn Sara
Entrepreneur
Adel,IA
Summary
Motivated business professional bringing over 12 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Salon Owner
Sara Holdings LLC (Shealynn Sara Artistry)
09.2017 - Current
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Organized employee shifts and took peak times and seasonality into consideration.
- Comprehensive grasp of management and leadership responsibilities including professional development, facilitating group class, employee reviews, trainings and meetings.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Maintained daily, monthly and quarterly records of costs and revenue.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Oversaw daily salon operations and performed general salon tasks.
Education Lead and Beauty Studio Captain
Sephora
06.2013 - 07.2017
- Demonstrated and explained use of different beauty products to educate customers.
- Motivated team members to exceed goals and expectations by giving great c.ient services.
- Trained new team members on makeup and skincare products and techniques.
- Developed creative techniques to provide clients with latest trends.
- Demonstrated thorough knowledge of all products and services.
- Conducted makeup classes to help clients gain in-depth knowledge of various products and uses.
Cosmetologist/Manager
50211 Salon And Spa
02.2011 - 10.2012
- Offered professional cuts, color services and extensions to salon customers.
- Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
- Maintained high number of return customers through precise cutting, coloring and styling of clients' hair.
- Researched latest trends in hair and makeup to stay updated on color, style, and technique.
- Trained new cosmetologists on makeup and skincare products and techniques.
- Attended hair shows, classes and seminars to stay up-to-date on latest trends.
Instructor of Cosmetology and Esthetics
Iowa School Of Beauty
08.2010 - 12.2011
- Planned both theory and practical lessons for students.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration and best practices.
- Facilitated learning with creation of engaging written and oral assignments.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
Education
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IALicensed In Cosmetology And Esthetics - Cosmetology And Esthetics
Iowa School of Beauty
Urbandale, IA02.2009
Diploma -
Waukee High School
Waukee, IA05.2005
Skills
- Staff Training
- Customer Experience Control
- Activities Leadership
- Payroll Administration and Timekeeping
- Staff Development
- Business Operations Organization
- Administrative Skills
- Professional Development
- Sales Presentation
- Sales Expertise
- Goals and Performance
Quote
I never dreamed about success, I worked for it.
Estee Lauder
Timeline
Independent Salon Owner
Sara Holdings LLC (Shealynn Sara Artistry)
09.2017 - Current
Education Lead and Beauty Studio Captain
Sephora
06.2013 - 07.2017
Cosmetologist/Manager
50211 Salon And Spa
02.2011 - 10.2012
Instructor of Cosmetology and Esthetics
Iowa School Of Beauty
08.2010 - 12.2011
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Des Moines Area Community College
Licensed In Cosmetology And Esthetics - Cosmetology And Esthetics
Iowa School of Beauty
Diploma -
Waukee High School
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