Summer Harrison
Oakland,CA
Summary
Customer-focused retail sales professional with a proven track record of driving sales growth and leading high-performing store operations. Recognized for a deep understanding of fashion trends and technical expertise, complemented by a collaborative approach that enhances team performance. Extensive experience across diverse sectors, including fashion and tech startups, fosters reliability, versatility, and adaptability in fast-paced and ever-changing environments. Proficient in inventory management, customer service, and staff training, with strong problem-solving and communication skills dedicated to delivering exceptional shopping experiences and optimizing overall store performance.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Lesley Evers
Palo Alto, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Recruited and developed a motivated, collaborative team for a new store, with a current daily sales growth of 400%–600%, elevating overall store performance.
- Maintaining proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective stock rotation.
- Overseeing visual merchandising to enhance store presentation and drive sales.
- Planning and executing special events such as fundraisers with community engagement to drive foot traffic and increase sales opportunities, often acting as a laison between HQ and the shopping center's Marketing Team
Retail Sales Keyholder
Lesley Evers
Oakland, CA
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Developed rapport with clients through tailored styling advice resulting in consistent repeat visits.
- Collaborated with team members to reach sales targets, fostering a supportive work environment that prioritized communication and teamwork.
- Assisted in managing inventory levels with weekly inventory counts and restocking merchandise as needed.
- Executed visual merchandising standards to create appealing displays and drive sales.
Bridal Stylist
Blue Sky Bridal
San Francisco, CA
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Created memorable experiences brides their families providing attentive service throughout entire selection process of individualized appointments.
- Collaborated with clients in selecting perfect gown styles based on their body shape, preferences, and wedding theme.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Helped photograph and post dresses for online sales
- Styled dresses for engaging social media posts
Hub Manager
Shift
Sacramento, CA
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Facilitated a positive work environment, addressing employee concerns promptly and fostering a customer-centric culture.
- Optimized the retail sales floor, service area, and office space, leading to a better curated, more efficient and productive customer facing area and work environment
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for seamless execution of projects and initiatives.
- Oversaw the budget effectively, reducing expenses without compromising on efficiency or quality of service.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
- Oversaw facility maintenance requests, coordinating with building management to address repairs or improvements efficiently.
- Led workplace safety initiatives by ensuring compliance with established emergency protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Making sure OSHA standards were met and addressing safety issues in the office, warehouse, reconditioning and service areas
- Prepared billings and estimates for to day retail, field operations, office and reconditioning operations
- Supported HR with hiring, as well as cultural initiatives, promotions, and producing team building events
Front Desk Associate / Hub Safety Lead
Shift
Sacramento, CA
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Managed and created the new location's first front desk operation, ensuring efficient check-in and check-out processes for employees and customers
- Prioritizing a fun work environment for employees, as well as a great experience for customers
- Ordered snacks and supplies for total operation, often liasing with multiple departments regarding their needs
- Helped with DMV Paperwork processing
- Conducted weekly COVID-19 testing procedures to ensure accurate results and employee and customer safety.
Virtual Stylist
Tailor
Los Angeles, CA
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided personalized styling consultations to clients, enhancing their wardrobe choices.
Tailor
Clients: Bea Miller, Super Deluxe, Timeless Vixen, F.32 Productions
Los Angeles, CA
02.2016 - 11.2017
- Client: Bea Miller for Wonder movie premier & Teen Choice Awards Festival, Stylist: Becca Gross, Fit and tailored dress and pants
- Client: Super Deluxe for t.v. pilot called Risque Benedict, Pattern made, cut, and sewn full costumes
- Client: Timeless Vixen, Repaired and tailored luxury, high end designer vintage clothing
- Client:F.32 Productions: David's Bridal: Performed detailed fittings and alterations for bridal, bridesmaid, tuxedo, and prom attire, ensuring accuracy and high-quality presentation for print and commercial clients.
Retail Sales / Alterations Specialist
UNIQLO
Los Angeles, CA
08.2014 - 10.2015
- Retail sales: Customer service, cash and credit card transactions, fitting room support, visual merchandising in accordance with promotional guidelines, replenishing, stock and inventory data
- Alterations: Organized our work space for store opening, fitting, cutting and sewing hems quickly and neatly, trained staff members to sew, as well as on alterations processes, and quality standards
Pre-2015
Various Keyholder & Sales Positions
2006 - 2014
- Key Holder / Lead Sales Associate – Maker & Moss, San Francisco, CA (11/2013–2/2014)
- Key Holder / Lead Sales Associate – Jigsaw London, San Francisco, CA (12/2010–9/2012)
- Retail & Factory-Design Associate – Levi Strauss & Co., San Francisco, CA (6/2005–5/2006)
Pre-2015
Various Stylist & Design Positions
2002 - 2013
- Assistant Stylist – Schön! Magazine & German Glamour Magazine, Los Angeles, CA (2014)
- Assistant Accessories Designer – James Piatt, San Francisco, CA (9/2012–11/2013)
- Designer (Freelance) – Joe’s Jeans Belts, Los Angeles, CA (5/2010)
- Senior Designer for U.S. – Hollywood Trading Company, Los Angeles, CA (12/2008–6/2010)
- Assistant Apparel Designer (Freelance) – Gymboree, San Francisco, CA (8/2008–11/2008)
- Designer – Circa Corporation, San Francisco, CA (5/2006–7/2008)
• Managed key accounts including J.Crew, Gap, and Levi’s - Fashion Design Assistant – South Paradiso Leather, Los Angeles, CA (9/2003–5/2005)
- Fashion Design Intern – Bubblegum Denim USA, Los Angeles, CA (7/2002–9/2002)
- Fashion Design Intern – Jeremy Scott, Los Angeles, CA (7/2002–9/2002)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Otis College of Art And Design
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Drives sales growth and team performance through effective leadership and daily floor management
- Advanced technical expertise in apparel, accessories, fit, and fabrication to support confident conversion-focused styling
- Creates a positive, high-energy team culture that boosts productivity and employee engagement
- Builds loyal client relationships through personalized service, follow-up, and retention-focused strategies
SUMMERHARRISONRetail_11_8_2024
- SUMMERHARRISON
- Tab
- External
- Share
- \"\"
- File
- Edit
- View
- Insert
- Format
- Tools
- Extensions
- Help
- Accessibility
- Debug
- Unsaved changes to Drive
- Image options
- Replace image
- Table options
- Google Account
- Summer Harrison
- Summermharrison@gmail.com
Timeline
Store Manager
Lesley Evers
11.2024 - Current
Retail Sales Keyholder
Lesley Evers
05.2024 - 11.2024
Bridal Stylist
Blue Sky Bridal
04.2023 - 10.2023
Hub Manager
Shift
07.2021 - 04.2023
Front Desk Associate / Hub Safety Lead
Shift
07.2021 - 04.2023
Virtual Stylist
Tailor
04.2018 - 06.2019
Tailor
Clients: Bea Miller, Super Deluxe, Timeless Vixen, F.32 Productions
02.2016 - 11.2017
Retail Sales / Alterations Specialist
UNIQLO
08.2014 - 10.2015
Pre-2015
Various Keyholder & Sales Positions
2006 - 2014
Pre-2015
Various Stylist & Design Positions
2002 - 2013
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Otis College of Art And Design