Alexandra Chiasson Email & Phone Number

Vancouver, BC, CA

Vancouver, BC, CA

Vancouver, BC, CA

Vancouver, BC, CA

• Oversee and manage all new store openings, expansions, renovations, relocations and closures; from conception through to onsite execution in order to contribute to corporate growth initiatives
• Deliver the successful completion of 15-18 projects per fiscal year (on time & on budget)
• Identify and prioritize business, functional and technical requirements in order to develop an achievable and high caliber scope across all projects
• Manage cross-functional leaders in the following departments to ensure all projects are on track for their completion dates: Leasing, Creative and Technical Store Design, Build, People (Talent Acquisition &.
• Work with operational efficiency to identify opportunities or challenges and build the appropriate processes and systems to direct the projects back on track and achieve positive results
• Effectively communicate the status of all projects at a strategic level, and escalate where there are critical dependencies or cross functional conflicts to minimize disruptions to any project

Vancouver, BC, CA

• Worked with each client individually to identify their needs and provide exceptional customer service
• Maximized sales in a fast-paced and pressured environment to meet daily sales per hour targets
• Responsible for overseeing cash desk management and operations

Vancouver, BC, CA

• Motivated, coached and provided regular feedback to drive a successful business in a fast-paced and pressured environment.
• Creatively overcame any obstacles to maximize sales and exceed weekly targets. Trained existing and new employees by providing them the necessary tools to succeed in their roles.
• Sourced and hired candidates to create a talent pipeline.
• Developed a clientele of loyal customers and solved any customer service opportunities.

Vancouver, BC, CA

• Experienced manager and sales development professional who oversaw the Inbound Sales Development Team for the Americas.
• Partnered with Content Marketing, Demand Generation and Growth stakeholders to help improve lead and demand generation efforts.
• Observed, coached and developed a world-class team of SDRs on sales processes, effective prospecting techniques and methodology.
• Managed weekly team and individual meetings to shadow calls, discuss initiatives, performance, successes/challenges and personal development.
• Motivated and inspired the team to create a winning culture and exceed both for personal and team targets.
• Led by example with personal quarterly contributions to the sales funnel.

Southfield, MI, US

• Sales manager for the art gallery onboard cruise ships with strong public speaking skills and the ability to conduct educational seminars/sales presentations for potential collectors.
• Managed the retail art gallery onboard to actively enrich the art program through art auctions, supplemental lectures, gallery exhibitions, and other events.
• Partnered with the Auctioneer in developing and executing a comprehensive marketing plan designed to generate awareness and interest among guests.
• Oversaw the logistical and financial aspects of the shipboard program.
• Maintaining accurate and full inventory of all artwork and marketing collateral
• Cultivated business relationships with other shipboard concessionaires for cross promotions to maximize sales.

Bachelor’S Degree, Art History And Anthropology

Level 2 Diploma, Wine Steward/Sommelier

Level 1 Diploma, Wine Steward/Sommelier

Intensive Sales, Public Speaking And Fine Art Training