Dara Barber Email & Phone Number

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Mid-size Residential Design/Build Remodeling company specializing in renovations of all sizes.- Guide clients from initial contact through design/development, project preparation and construction of residential remodeling projects. Manage client expectations and experience throughout the process.- Initial contact, consultation, project proposal and sales for new leads.- Work alongside Project Designer to create solutions that fit the client's needs and budget.- Manage bid process from subcontractors and coordinate with Production Manger to organize project costs, verify accuracy of bids, establish final budget and write construction contract.- Finalize drawings, scope of work and budget for project. Lead internal transition from Design to Production.- Coordinate with Production department leading up to start of construction.- Work with Production and Design during construction to address any issues or unexpected conditions during construction.- Follow up with client at the end of the project to review overall experience and discuss any potential concerns.- Review final profitability of job and evaluate any possible improvements in process or procedure.- Work with teammates to continually create and improve processes to maximize internal efficiency with time and paperwork.

Davidson, North Carolina, United States

Exploring the Modern Jewish Experience. We challenge ourselves to create more meaning and value in our community - and that starts by reimagining everything that a Reform Jewish Community can be and its role in 21st century life. As President, I work with our Rabbis, Education Director, staff and lay leaders in helping TKT realize its mission and continue building our community.

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

Co-founder and partner of a woman owned Design/Build Residential Remodeling company offering remodeling projects of all sizes.- Manage and oversee all design related aspects of the company including selection of cabinetry manufacturer and other vendors, design & construction documents, client meetings and selections, material ordering and delivery.- Manage project into and through construction including bidding, permitting, scheduling, material coordination, client communication, inspections, overseeing employees and subcontractors.- Coordinate financial aspects of project including initial estimating, bidding, invoicing and project reconciliation.- Day to day business operations including marketing/advertising, website design, social media, legal and financial.- Research and selection of software including design software, project management and financial.- Showroom and office design and installation.

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

Mid-size Kitchen & Bath Design Center offering cabinetry design and installation, countertops, backsplash and flooring.- Manage design department employees and work closely with owner on all aspects of design including marketing, showroom and client work. - Oversee processes and procedures of design department, striving to improve efficiency and profitability.- New client initial contact, consultation, design and proposals.- Meet with all customers to specify and design all aspects of their project. Coordinate with builder/contractor to facilitate bidding and installation of project.- Work with established builder clients on customizing standard layouts for individual clients during a semi-custom new home build.- Place all orders, design custom pieces, supervise installation process.- Manage local marketing and online media including photography, Facebook, blog, Pinterest, Houzz, professional groups and local advertising.- Lead showroom design update and remodel to maximize appeal and marketability of product displays.- Maintain and update displays and sampling of all products.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Semi-custom cabinetry manufcturer servicing a large regional new home builder for new construction as well as local remodeling/renovation projects.- Meet with new construction home buyers to specify and design all cabinetry for the entire home.- Meet with retail customers to design renovation and addition projects including kitchens, baths, wet bars, home offices, mudrooms, and media rooms.- Manage client through design process including design, site survey and measure, finish selections, pricing, contract, and installation.- Selection and specification of countertops, appliances, plumbing fixtures, lighting fixtures, and backsplash.- Place all orders and engineer custom designed pieces. - Supervise installation and crews of cabinetry for projects of all sizes. - Work directly with production on all aspects of cabinet design, construction, and shipping.- Manage local marketing including magazine advertising, direct mailings, tradeshow participation, and local networking and professional groups.

San Francisco Bay Area

High-end residential design/build firm offering renovation projects of all sizes throughout the Bay Area. - Develop direction of company image and design department with owner. Set up operating procedures for department as relates to design process, communication with clients and production departments, profitability, marketing goals.- Senior designer and project manager of all projects including kitchens, baths, additions and renovations.- Create all marketing materials including print ads, website, tradeshow booth, professional photography and brochures. - Initial sales qualifying phone calls, first client appointments, preliminary designs, presentations and estimated budget. - Manage project progression through design, permitting and construction. - Coordinate project drawings, design and construction set with architects and engineers. - Supervise junior designers and draftspersons through design process and construction documentation. - Supervise weekly staff scheduling meetings and manage design department calendar. - Verify submittal requirements and code for all projects in various cities, submit and track planning and building permitting. - Initial site survey and documentation, existing conditions drawing set.- Lead client design meetings, produce presentations, design sketches and CAD drawings.- Finishes design and specification including flooring, cabinetry, fixtures, tile, countertops. - AutoCAD drafting of permit sets, cabinetry layouts, interior elevations, tile and finish details. - Coordinate with estimator on pricing for finishes within established project budgets.- Work with project managers to troubleshoot in the field during construction.- Dealer for three cabinetry manufacturers - design, quote, order, installation details for all cabinetry.

San Francisco Bay Area

High end residential design and firm specializing in kitchen and bath remodels, furniture design, and space planning.- Assist Senior Designer / Owner in all aspects of running a small business.- Create client design presentations, sketches and CAD drawings.- Specification, sampling and ordering of all finishes, furniture, fixtures, lighting, accessories, fabrics.- Manage the ordering, approval, delivery and installation of large custom furniture orders.- Design and coordinate custom window coverings. - Bidding and coordination with contractors throughout construction.- Creative on-site problem solving. - Update and maintain materials library and samples.- Manage and organize all client correspondence and filing.

San Francisco Bay Area

High End Landscape Architecture firm specializing in large residential and small commercial projects.- Assist principal on high-end landscape designs and general office duties.- Construction documents drafting, AutoCAD and hand drafting.- Assist in design and specification of outdoor kitchens.- Assist in preparation for design presentations and color renderings.- Update and maintain materials library and samples. - General office - phones, filing, client correspondence, billing and bookkeeping, computer maintenance.

Bfa, Interior Architecture And Design

Studied Interior Architecture and Design

Bfa, Theatrical Production And Design

Studied Theatrical Production and Design - costume design