Cheri Majka Email & Phone Number

Illinois, United States

Oversee creative operations for the creative CoE at an enterprise-wide scale. Improve common creative processes and workflows, manage project forecasting and resource capacity, manage creative vendor relationships, oversee the teams of creative project managers, and play a critical role in the implmentation of the new DAM and Project Management systems.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Assist in the openings of all retail Sunnyside Cannabis locations from an in-store perspective ensuring brand standards across all brand marketing, signage, print assets and visual 3D collateral align. Collaborates cross-functionally with internal brand and marketing teams while working closely with print vendors on all print materials within the store."Organized, detailed, creative, hard-working and dedicated. Just a few words I can use to describe Cheri. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience in retail marketing and operations as well as a keen understanding of creative studio operations and print production. A true team player, Cheri brings a high level of professionalism, passion and commitment while being compassionate and conscientious in everything she does." Paula Malocha, Director, Visual Merchandising, Cresco Labs, 2022.

Greater Chicago Area

Built and launched a marketing creative service agency consisting of traditional print (in-store and CPG), social, digital and paid media in a start-up cannabis organization. Worked cross-functionally with internal teams and external vendors on monthly marketing promotions and brand initiatives while creating best practices and ensuring the right staff at the right time were in place to meet deadlines."Cheri has exceptional skills and expertise in the creative retail operations field. She stands out as a remarkable manager, who provided both mentorship and encouragement during my time reporting to her. She is incredibly hardworking and always goes above and beyond to achieve results. Cheri shines in her ability to creative efficient processes, lead successful projects and inspire her teams". Carlie Miller, Creative Project Manager, Cresco Labs 2020

Hoffman Estates, Il

Managed teams responsible for print production, digital asset management, and traffic. Consulted with internal and external clients, vendors, and partners on strategic initiatives while executing and developing best practices and strategies."Cheri is a mastermind at resolving problems. Be it ongoing operational/process challenges or a prime deliverable, she is resourceful/independent/capable/efficient/effective/timely. What's most impressive is after a clean definition of desired outcome, she 'gets it', and delivers it. You'll be thrilled to have her on your team." Ric West, DVP Sears IMX, 2019

Greater Chicago Area

Managed team that executed creative and production projects against internal and external client work. Allocated resources and ensured all deadlines were met for all projects. "I had the joy of working along side with Cheri during my time at Evoke. She quickly became one of the most identifiable and relatable leaders in our team simply because of her ease of working with people and taking the time to understand their needs. Cheri empowered her team, an admirable trait. Her every day interactions display true teamwork and leadership. She is highly-dependable, thorough, agile, dedicated and someone I would be more than happy to collaborate with again, given the opportunity". Veronica Perez, Layout Administrator, IMX/Evoke, 2017

Hoffman Estates, Il

Inspired and directed a team of engaged associates who embraced innovation and technology in order to deliver a WOW experience to customers and associates. Provided a clear and consistent design pattern and framework through compelling call-to-action messaging and experiences. "Cheri is a very detail oriented and naturally driven individual. There is never a moment when she isn't thinking "what can I make or do better for this company". She cares about her company & her team and continually goes above and beyond to manage them both effectively and efficiently. Her year's of experience in retail marketing and design allow her to be an excellent resource for new ideas and problem solving." Christine Quintana, Project Manager, 2015"I reported into Cheri for a year and a half. I would describe her as someone that just ‘gets it.’ A flexible leader that has the ability to see the big picture, partners with appropriate resources and executes. As a manager, she is approachable, fun and empowers her team to make decisions. I always appreciated that she supported her team, would defend her team and helped remove roadblocks for her team." Jason Pirock, Project Manager, 2015

Hoffman Estates, Il

Primary contact to ensure business unit visions and strategies were translated efficiently to internal creative team for all campaigns, shops, and in-store marketing redesigns. Worked with cross-functional teams to understand strategy, offers, and messages to find best solutions for execution. Designed in-store experience and project managed the Kardashian launch in 400 Sears locations consisting of shop design, photo shoots, and signage. "I have worked with Cheri for over 20 years. She has an amazing attention to detail and is a great problem solver. She understands how to work process and deliver on results. Cheri does a great job managing creative personalities as well being extremely loyal." Catherine Michalski, DVP

Hoffman Estates

Executed in-store marketing for 60 newly remodeled Sears Grand stores from outside graphics, backwall and in-department signage creating a consistent look and feel throughout the store.

Hoffman Estates, Il

Collaborated and executed merchandising strategies and standards, with buying teams, for a consistent look and feel across all 860 Sears stores.

Hoffman Estates, Il

Executed seasonal and evergreen signage and graphic programs for storewide programs across 860 Sears stores on time and within budget while maintaining strategy and framework.

Hoffman Estates, Il

Communicated merchandising and visual direction to 860 Sears stores monthly working with internal and external vendors and clients. Reduced expense year over year by 20%.

Hoffman Estates, Il

Worked as liaison between business and creative agency for all print advertising for apparel and storewide marketing. Established timelines and processes for turning in creative assets for circular, ROP, and direct mail on a weekly basis. Ensured all assets were turned in on a timely basis. Coordinated photo shoots with creative agency and studio.

Hoffman Estates

Managed $107.5 million dollar advertising budget for automotive group.Established processes to ensure all timelines for preprint, ROP and other marketing collateral were met on a weekly basis.

Associate Of Arts - Aa, Fashion Merchandising

Business And Marketing

Several Classes, Marketing & Management & Business

Pmp +4

scrum master, business analysis, PMP, Six sigma, Microsoft project and sharepoint.