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401 N. Elm

Manage, develop, and implement Downtown revitalization strategies.

Denton, Texas, United States

Build relationships with Downtown Denton Main Street Businesses and manage the operations of the association. Support the coordination of Main Street events that directly involve the Downtown Denton District and Main Street businesses.

Denton, Texas, United States

Designed and operated a Wedding and Event Space. Managed a team of 7-10 employees and organized all physical and conceptual resources necessary to create successful events.

Denton, Tx

Design/Merchandising consultant implementing sales, buying and merchandising strategies across multiple concepts of the Elk River company.

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

-Supported a team of 8 regional specialists/stylists in the SW region (TX, AZ, CO, UT)-Supported the coaching and styling of 15 visual managers and 48 stylists-Ranked #1 corporately for interior and window presentation (8 regions)-Focused on ensuring the development, implementation and ongoing management of department programs-Supported and communicated creative directives as well as provided constructive feedback to the truing team on the practical application of creative… Show more -Supported a team of 8 regional specialists/stylists in the SW region (TX, AZ, CO, UT)-Supported the coaching and styling of 15 visual managers and 48 stylists-Ranked #1 corporately for interior and window presentation (8 regions)-Focused on ensuring the development, implementation and ongoing management of department programs-Supported and communicated creative directives as well as provided constructive feedback to the truing team on the practical application of creative elements-Partnered with corporate merchandising strategy and training teams to implement current department styling and merchandising standards, creative styling, and creative projects-Lead store opening and remodel creative and interior installs and coordinated large-scale regional events with in-store Visual managers and regional team -Supported the training, coaching, and development of the regional trim and interior specialists-Forecasted accurately to manage the regional Training VM promotion budget-Collaborate with Store managers, Visual Managers/teams, to achieve department goals, styling and creative standards Hire and supervise an efficient and effective team that meets the needs of each functional area Show less

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

-Demonstrated a clear understanding of all departments and their customer, passion for fashion-relevant styling and knowledge in current trends-Helped develop and distribute communication tools for creative strategies that support marketing plans and company goals-Oversaw processes and the coaching of in-store visual merchandising and creative teams-Monitored existing visual creative strategies for effectiveness, setting priorities to ensure we are maximizing our talent and… Show more -Demonstrated a clear understanding of all departments and their customer, passion for fashion-relevant styling and knowledge in current trends-Helped develop and distribute communication tools for creative strategies that support marketing plans and company goals-Oversaw processes and the coaching of in-store visual merchandising and creative teams-Monitored existing visual creative strategies for effectiveness, setting priorities to ensure we are maximizing our talent and resources-Developed clear processes and expectations around key hallmark holidays, 4th quarter, sale and fashion timeframes-Lead store opening, remodel, promotional and event creative installs with VM store and regional teams-Reviewed operating practices and procedures, and was innovative where improvements could be made and worked to implement changes as appropriate-Maintained a strong understanding of available tools and applied effective approaches to tasks and initiatives-Researched and resolved issues using appropriate resources Show less

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

-Demonstrated a clear understanding of all departments and their customer, passion for fashion-relevant styling and knowledge in current trends.-Helped develop and distribute communication tools for styling, merchandising, and promotional execution that support marketing plans and company goals-Oversaw processes and the coaching of in-store visual merchandising stylists and teams-Monitored existing visual department merchandising strategies for effectiveness, setting priorities to… Show more -Demonstrated a clear understanding of all departments and their customer, passion for fashion-relevant styling and knowledge in current trends.-Helped develop and distribute communication tools for styling, merchandising, and promotional execution that support marketing plans and company goals-Oversaw processes and the coaching of in-store visual merchandising stylists and teams-Monitored existing visual department merchandising strategies for effectiveness, setting priorities to ensure we are maximizing our talent and resources-Developed clear processes and expectations around key hallmark holidays, 4th quarter, sale and fashion timeframes -Lead store opening and remodel department merchandising and styling efforts with VM store and regional teams-Reviewed operating practices and procedures, and was innovative where improvements could be made and worked to implement changes as appropriate-Maintained a strong understanding of available tools and applied effective approaches to tasks and initiatives-Researched and resolved issues using appropriate resources Show less

Nashville, Tn

-Ranked #2 out 22 stores in 2012 for department merchandising and window presentation-Taught, coached, and developed employees to provide outstanding customer service to store employees and merchants-Supported, educated and demonstrated a passion for appropriate styling and knowledge of current trends-Developed and executed a business plan to achieve corporate and regional visual merchandising goals-Collaborated with Store Managers and other partners within the store to ensure… Show more -Ranked #2 out 22 stores in 2012 for department merchandising and window presentation-Taught, coached, and developed employees to provide outstanding customer service to store employees and merchants-Supported, educated and demonstrated a passion for appropriate styling and knowledge of current trends-Developed and executed a business plan to achieve corporate and regional visual merchandising goals-Collaborated with Store Managers and other partners within the store to ensure sales goals are achieved through coaching and implementation of presentation and company guidelines-Identified, hired, and mentored the best talent in visual merchandising (Team of 4)-Effectively manage department expenses; each year came in under budget and came within 2% of overall budget.-Supported store events, trim installations and corporate sign programs Show less

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

-Taught, coached, and developed employees to provide outstanding customer service to store employees and merchants-Supported, educated and demonstrated a passion for appropriate styling and knowledge of current trends-Developed and executed a business plan to achieve corporate and regional visual merchandising goals-Collaborated with Store Managers and other partners within the store to ensure sales goals are achieved through coaching and implementation of presentation and company… Show more -Taught, coached, and developed employees to provide outstanding customer service to store employees and merchants-Supported, educated and demonstrated a passion for appropriate styling and knowledge of current trends-Developed and executed a business plan to achieve corporate and regional visual merchandising goals-Collaborated with Store Managers and other partners within the store to ensure sales goals are achieved through coaching and implementation of presentation and company guidelines-Identified, hired, and mentored the best talent in visual merchandising (Team of 2)-Effectively manage department expenses-Supported store events, trim installations and corporate sign programs Show less

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

-Lead the installation and removal of window presentations including propping, mannequins, fashion, and lighting-Built store promotional displays for events-Maintained and eye for detail with regard to design, composition, merchandising and execution of quality-Promoted sales through creative merchandising and styling-Ensured compliance of corporate signing program-Partnered with department managers in planning and implementing merchandise presentations-Educated… Show more -Lead the installation and removal of window presentations including propping, mannequins, fashion, and lighting-Built store promotional displays for events-Maintained and eye for detail with regard to design, composition, merchandising and execution of quality-Promoted sales through creative merchandising and styling-Ensured compliance of corporate signing program-Partnered with department managers in planning and implementing merchandise presentations-Educated departments on compelling floor sets, styling tables, and merchandising back walls-Maintain cleanliness standards according to safety guidelines and department presentation guidelines Show less

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

-Installed and removed window presentations including propping, mannequins, fashion, and lighting-Built store promotional displays for events-Maintained and eye for detail with regard to design, composition, merchandising and execution of quality-Promoted sales through creative merchandising and styling-Ensured compliance of corporate signing program-Partnered with department managers in planning and implementing merchandise presentations-Educated departments on… Show more -Installed and removed window presentations including propping, mannequins, fashion, and lighting-Built store promotional displays for events-Maintained and eye for detail with regard to design, composition, merchandising and execution of quality-Promoted sales through creative merchandising and styling-Ensured compliance of corporate signing program-Partnered with department managers in planning and implementing merchandise presentations-Educated departments on compelling floor sets, styling tables, and merchandising back walls-Maintain cleanliness standards according to safety guidelines and department presentation guidelines Show less

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

-Achieved department volume and productivity goals by developing and executing a business plan-Managed salespeople to meet or exceed their sales goals-Developed salespeople to build a bench of future leaders-Ensured salespeople were delivering outstanding customer service by teaching, coaching, and leading by example-Coached salespeople to build and maintain personal trade-Taught salespeople to act as fashion and product knowledge experts for the customer-Partnered with… Show more -Achieved department volume and productivity goals by developing and executing a business plan-Managed salespeople to meet or exceed their sales goals-Developed salespeople to build a bench of future leaders-Ensured salespeople were delivering outstanding customer service by teaching, coaching, and leading by example-Coached salespeople to build and maintain personal trade-Taught salespeople to act as fashion and product knowledge experts for the customer-Partnered with the regional merchandiser to ensure the customer receives the best quality, value and selection-Ensured merchandising and presentation standards are met-Identified, recruited, and hired top sales talent-Maintained and active floor presence and achieved personal sales per hour goals-Ensured accurate inventory management and achieve shrinkage goals Show less

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

-Used directive selling to meet or exceed my sales goals-Built personal trade by developing and maintaining relationships with customers-Assisted the department manager in achieving department volume and productivity goals by developing and executing a business plan-Coached salespeople to meet or exceed their sales goals-Ensured salespeople were delivering outstanding customer service by teaching, coaching, and leading by example-Acted as a fashion role model and product… Show more -Used directive selling to meet or exceed my sales goals-Built personal trade by developing and maintaining relationships with customers-Assisted the department manager in achieving department volume and productivity goals by developing and executing a business plan-Coached salespeople to meet or exceed their sales goals-Ensured salespeople were delivering outstanding customer service by teaching, coaching, and leading by example-Acted as a fashion role model and product knowledge expert for the customer-Partnered with the department manager to ensure the customer receives the best quality, value, and selection-Worked with the department manager to ensure merchandising and presentation standards are met-Assisted the department manager in ensuring accurate inventory management and achieve shrinkage goals Show less

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

-Learned how to directive sell to meet or exceed my sales goal-Built personal trade by developing and maintaining relationships with customers-Partnered with the Department Manager and Assistant Manager on achieving department volume and productivity goals by developing and executing a business plan-Acted as a fashion role model and product knowledge expert for the customer-Partnered with the Department Manager and Assistant Manager to ensure merchandising and presentation… Show more -Learned how to directive sell to meet or exceed my sales goal-Built personal trade by developing and maintaining relationships with customers-Partnered with the Department Manager and Assistant Manager on achieving department volume and productivity goals by developing and executing a business plan-Acted as a fashion role model and product knowledge expert for the customer-Partnered with the Department Manager and Assistant Manager to ensure merchandising and presentation standards are met-Assisted the Department Manager and Assistant Manager in ensuring accurate inventory management and shrinkage goals-Shadowed each support area (visual, logistics, HR, building services, LP) to learn how each division supports the overall function of the store Show less

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

-Set and achieved personal sales goals while supporting the goals of the team-Greeted customers in a timely, professional, and engaging manner-Provided honest and confident feedback to customers regarding merchandise style and fit-Consistently was seeking product knowledge to act as an expert for the customer-Opened new Gap card accounts as a means of building customer relationships-Worked as a team player to ensure each customer receives the best service… Show more -Set and achieved personal sales goals while supporting the goals of the team-Greeted customers in a timely, professional, and engaging manner-Provided honest and confident feedback to customers regarding merchandise style and fit-Consistently was seeking product knowledge to act as an expert for the customer-Opened new Gap card accounts as a means of building customer relationships-Worked as a team player to ensure each customer receives the best service possible-Performed daily store maintenance tasks including stock work, re-merchandising, display, price markdowns, and light cleaning Show less

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Fashion Merchandising

Activities and Societies: Fashion research trips to Malaysia and NYC

Vocal Performance

Activities and Societies: Gamma Phi Beta, Dean's List, Phi Eta Sigma Attended for 2 yrs pursuing a BA in Vocal Performance but decided.