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Chicago, Illinois, United States

Supporting the daily operations of ASTRA and its staff to enable the team to work effectively and reach our strategic initiatives. Our vision at ASTRA is to be the Guiding Star of the specialty PLAY industry by Elevating, Engaging, and Promoting the success of our membership.

Minneapolis, Mn

A national center for fiber art, Textile Center’s mission is to honor textile traditions, promote excellence and innovation, and inspire widespread participation in fiber art. I teach the basics of tapestry weaving on the frame loom from start to finish and explore different fibers and techniques specific to tapestry weaving.• Tapestry Weaving on the Frame Loom to adult students.• Plan and organize course curriculum to suit an adult learner.• Maintain an orderly, peaceful, and positive learning environment.• Incorporate cultural, social, and historical components into the curriculum to teach diversify and expand learning material.• Prepare and source all course materials and supplies.

Northeast Middle School, Minneapolis

Minneapolis Community Education’s mission is to engage youth and adults in community-driven learning and enrichment opportunities. I teach the basics of tapestry weaving on the frame loom from start to finish and explore different fibers and techniques specific to tapestry weaving.• Tapestry Weaving on the Frame Loom to adult students.• Plan and organize course curriculum to suit an adult learner.• Maintain an orderly, peaceful, and positive learning environment.• Incorporate cultural, social, and historical components into the curriculum to Teach diversify and expand learning material.• Prepare and source all course materials and supplies.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

oake & ashe is an eCommerce shop specializing in weaving looms, tools and other supplies for the new and experienced weaver, with the goal to educate and inspire. I’ve created a boutique style shopping experience online by providing exceptional customer service and offering high quality products. Over 10,000 sales to date.• Research and Product Development• Buying and Inventory management.• Photograph and edit all product images.• Create all original branding and marketing content for web and social channels.• Maintain shipping deadlines within U.S. and worldwide. • Provide customer service and assistance when selecting product and with using products.• Experienced frame loom and rigid heddle loom weaver.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

As a member of the National Association of Realtors I work with home buyers and sellers throughout the selling process, providing advice and guidance, listing and marketing properties on the MLS, touring properties, negotiating term of contracts, and connecting clients with other industry professionals.

Uptown, Minneapolis

Responsible for the overall operation, administration, and leadership of the front office and office facility as well as RE/MAX Results Sales Executive and office staff satisfaction. The culture creator for the office.• Daily management of MLS listings including daily cash receipts coordination, data entry into MLS, and setting up appointments.• Audit Purchase Agreement files and verify that accounting systems reflect file completeness and accurate commission payout.• Greet guests and customers, answer and redirect phone calls.• Compile and submit monthly reporting documentation. • Promoted in July 2016 from Administrative Assistant to Office Manager.

Uptown, Minneapolis

Providing and maintaining an environment and culture completely responsive to the needs of our Sales Executives and their clients. Answer VoIP telephone system, redirecting calls, taking messages.Schedule and confirm showing requests including proper documentation on Showing Time, our e-showing appointment softwareGreet customers and guestsAttend to associate questions, requests including appropriate follow-upDistribute mail in a timely mannerAttend to office equipment, resource rooms, and conference roomsEnter new listings in MLS, a national database, and execute the listing lifecycle processEdit existing listings in MLS, per written instructions received by listing associateRetrieve, document, and follow-through on messages left on the appointment lineAssist associates with office equipment (copier, fax, printer, binding equipment, UPS, bulk and business reply mail, etc.) inquires

Minneapolis, Mn

Che Bella is a full service bridal dress boutique located in the historic Loring Corners building in Minneapolis, Minnesota. At Che Bella we strive to provide the best possible dress shopping experience. 14 time Minnesota Bride ‘Best Of’ winner for Best Accessories. Creative Director (08/2013 – 01/2015)• Direct, manage, and coordinate all aspects of Che Bella’s online presence and brand through all social media platforms.• Design and develop creative digital marketing campaigns using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.• Develop and coordinate special events from concept to completion, including floral workshops, hair and makeup workshops, trunk shows, and sales.• Research and analyze bridal fashion trends to assist in selecting bridal gowns, jewelry, and accessories to drive profitable sales.• Attend yearly Bridal Fashion Market yearly to assist in the purchase of next years inventory based on local bridal fashion trends.Bridal Consultant / Accessory Designer (04/2009 – 01/2015)• Work directly with brides as a stylist and consultant.• Responsible for fitting and sizing bridal gowns, using advanced knowledge of gown construction.• Use my skills, experience, and creativity to design and produce a line of bridal accessories.

St. Paul, Mn

• Provide leadership and supervision in all aspects of store operations in order to meet or exceed sales and profitability goals.• Assist in the development and training process in all areas of staff performance including customer service, code of conduct, policies and procedures, product knowledge, selling, merchandising, stock processing, and operations.• Build customer clientele through direct sales floor activities, assisting customers, addressing customer concerns, and anticipating customer needs.• Prepare daily bank deposit and sales reports.

Woodbury And Eagan, Mn

PT Team Lead (08/2008 – 08/2011)• Provide leadership and supervision in all aspects of store operations in order to meet or exceed sales and profitability.• Assist in the development and training process in all areas of performance including customer service, code of conduct, policies and procedures, product knowledge, selling, merchandising, stock processing, and operations.• Build customer clientele through direct sales floor activities, assisting customers, addressing customer concerns, and anticipating customer needs.• Prepare evening bank deposit and sales reports.Assistant Store Manager (05/2007 – 08/2008) • Supervise, energize, and motivate a staff of 12 to meet high levels of customer service.• Interview, schedule, train, and develop a staff of sales associates.• Contributed to the success of my store and the company through sales and profitability. Ranked by sales in less than one year I turned a #13 store into a #4 store.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Individualized Degree

Advanced Certificate, Apparel Technologies