Stephanie Baik

Experience in Solar Power Plant Operations

• Installation and Operation of Solar Power Plants : Installed solar panels and established systems for efficient electricity production, possessing experience in both self-consumption and commercial power plant operations.
• Electricity Production and Management : Converted sunlight into electricity through solar panels, maximizing efficiency through continuous power production and quality management.
• Power Sales Contract Negotiation : Negotiated and managed power sales contracts with Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) and the electricity market (e.g., FIT), and analyzed market trends.
• Power Supply and Transmission Management : Provided stable electricity supply to KEPCO through the transmission of produced power to the grid, with an understanding of the process of delivering electricity to consumers.
• Revenue Analysis and Management : Analyzed and managed sales revenue from solar power plant operations, optimizing operating costs and investment returns.

Experience in Franchise Launch and Management

• Partnership with High-Profile Entertainment Company : Collaborated with Sidus Entertainment, a leading entertainment agency in Korea, to launch a hair salon franchise, enhancing brand recognition and outreach.
• Design and Concept Development : Served as one of the key partners responsible for overall design and salon concept development, ensuring a unique and appealing customer experience.
• Franchise Management and Support : Actively managed and supported each new franchise location during the opening, providing guidance and assistance to ensure successful operations.
• Marketing Strategy Utilizing Celebrities : Proactively utilized celebrities affiliated with Sidus Entertainment to spearhead marketing efforts, increasing brand visibility and attracting customers.
• Successful Expansion : Achieved significant growth within two years, successfully launching 25 franchise locations, demonstrating effective operational strategies and market demand.

• As an internationally award-winning jewelry designer with numerous design accolades, I have built a distinguished career marked by exceptional creativity and innovation. I founded a design-focused company and launched the jewelry brand Freya & Hnoss, which achieved remarkable sales success. My designs secured placements in prestigious retail locations, including Shinsegae Gangnam, Bundang, and Incheon, as well as Hyundai Department Store in Bucheon and AK Department Store in Suwon—some of Korea's top-performing luxury retailers.

• Hired and managed designers to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
• Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
• Inspired innovation by creating an environment that encouraged creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities to lead the trend in the jewelry industry.
• Delivered operational excellence by optimizing resources, processes, and overall cost structure.
• Around the time of selling the company, the staff count was approximately 50 employees, including 15 at the headquarters and 35 working in stores and events. There were also five shops in total.

I created custom dress shirts featuring the superb embroidery skills of the Maya people of Mexico. Together with my partner, we designed the base outline on the shirts, and the Mayans then embroidered on top of it. The style is that of a European dress shirt and was produced in the factory located in Mexico City. The buttons are thick mother of pearl buttons that were custom-made in Korean and brought to Mexico.

The shirts produced were sold at boutique edit shops located in Mexico and Canada, priced between $150 and $350 USD.

Based on my experience as a jewelry instructor and my educational background in jewelry design and gemology from GIA, and Hong Ik Graduate school, I wanted to challenge myself in real-world sales. In Scottsdale, Arizona, I operated seven kiosks in various department stores. The jewelry sold was not crafted by me but imported from Korea. The average profit margin ranged from 200% to 1000%.

Based on my qualifications as a certified Gemologist and jewelry designer from GIA in Italy, I taught jewelry design at GIA in Korea. During my two-year teaching tenure in Korea, I participated in numerous international design competitions, submitting my works and receiving multiple awards. During this period, I also learned jewelry crafting at Hong Ik University Graduate School.

• Worked with individual clients to design unique pieces, communicating effectively to establish vision and specifications.
• Enhanced jewelry designs by incorporating innovative materials and techniques.
• Assessed pieces to evaluate quality and accuracy according to design.

• Promoted skill development in reading, writing, speaking, and listening through various instructional methods tailored to individual needs.
• Adapted lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles and abilities within the classroom setting for optimal comprehension of material covered.

• Prepared and submitted reports on import and export activity to management.
• Monitored and maintained import and export tracking systems for delivery of accurate and up-to-date records of shipments.

• Supported hotel staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
• Maintained a clean, safe, and welcoming environment to create a positive first impression for hotel visitors.
• Performed administrative tasks such as managing reservations, preparing reports, and maintaining accurate