Manage and implement aesthetics that best represents the company brand. Create design packages specific to the event category and client vision. Collaborate with the head chef through research and development to continuously enhance the menu. Participate in hiring and onboarding of staff. Manage and develop the Logistics Coordinator and equipment staff.

Managed and executed corporate and backstage hospitality events. Developed a customer service rapport and created strong relationships with local and national businesses. Worked and exceeded quarterly and annual sales goals. Focused on event operations and developing structure to maintain excellence for client expectations.

Managed two local store fronts and online warehouse to create an inspiring shopping experience. Maintained the financial, operational, and visual expectations of the company. Established daily priorities for team in order to benefit the business profitability. Merchandised new product weekly to create a visually inspiring environment for the customer. Responsible for scheduling current employees, conducting hiring and training. Oversaw customer care emails and administer changes based on customer needs. Managed and oversee in-store and online events following applicable budgets and visual direction. Attended apparel markets to obtain new brands and product with the owner. Exceeded last year sales by 231% following employment in the first year.

Partnered with Store Manager and Visual Manager in planning, scheduling and executing an innovative visual environment. Utilized and managed the use of weekly sales reports to track, analyze and communicate business results and determined strategies to maximize sales. Participated in recruiting and hiring. Conducted new hire training and on boarding. Managed and oversaw monthly in-store events following applicable budgets and visual direction. Managed and motivated a high level of customer care. Served as a proactive mentor, teacher and problem solver. Partnered with Store Manager to meet/maintain all applicable budgets (sales plan, direct selling payroll, selling supervision, direct selling supplies, cash office).

Utilized and managed the use of weekly sales to track, analyze and communicate business. Communicated performance observations and offered feedback to Store Manager. Scheduled 60+ associates weekly based on varied availabilities and payroll requirements. Participated in recruiting and hiring. Trained Operations Supervisor, receiving and selling teams to have a high standard for operations and loss prevention. Communicated and managed weekly facility issues. Provided consistent training to the Operations Supervisor.

Managed and implemented special educational events and festivals. Developed materials for local and national publications. Designed creative, learning-centered weekly plans/curriculums to stimulate and inspire enthusiasm in the classroom. Explored and educated students with various art media including: drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, ceramics, and graphic design, while incorporating school theme days into the lessons. Monitored student progress by focusing on time management and abstract concepts. Advised students daily, based on their strengths, challenges and goals.