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William R. Harris

William R. Harris

Starkville

Summary

Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner/Operator/Sole Proprietor

Kut -N- Up Styling Studios
Starkville
08.2008 - Current
  • Managed daily operations of a full-service styling studio.
  • Supervised and trained a diverse team of stylists and support staff.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to attract new clients.
  • Oversaw inventory management for salon products and supplies.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the salon environment.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Organized staff schedules to optimize service efficiency and coverage.
  • Resolved client concerns promptly to maintain a positive salon experience.

Fork lift operator/pallet jack operator

PECO Foods
02.2021 - 02.2022
  • Operated lift equipment to transport materials across production areas.
  • Inspected lift machinery for safety and maintenance requirements.
  • Coordinated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during operations.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading of goods from delivery trucks.

Newspaper Carrier

Starkville Daily News
Starkville
05.2005 - 02.2012
  • Worked independently/Retrieved assigned route bundled papers from the main hub, maintained logs of new, canceled and vacation subscribers, responsible delivery/distribution to residential areas, handled cash payments and daily reports, ensured on-time delivery of the entirety of the product to the correct address daily and other related duties.

Barber/Stylist

Sherrod Hair Care
Starkville
01.1996 - 06.2005
  • Provided barbering hair care services for male and female clients, recommended hair styling options, shaving/ trimming of facial hair and sideburns, facilitated shampooing and hair conditioning services, provided consultation services to clients on proper hair care, grooming, best hair products to use which are offered by the salon and other related duties.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

East Mississippi Community College
Mayhew, MS

Skills

  • Barbering and beauty expertise
    Clerical and filing management
    Retail sales proficiency
    Professional telephone communication
    Verbal and written communication
    Technical skills and software proficiency
    Forklift operation certification

Certification

  • Certifed Barber/Beauty Stylist- State of Mississippi
  • Locs Specialist

Timeline

Fork lift operator/pallet jack operator

PECO Foods
02.2021 - 02.2022

Owner/Operator/Sole Proprietor

Kut -N- Up Styling Studios
08.2008 - Current

Newspaper Carrier

Starkville Daily News
05.2005 - 02.2012

Barber/Stylist

Sherrod Hair Care
01.1996 - 06.2005

Some College (No Degree) -

East Mississippi Community College