Melissa Schlader Email & Phone Number

Experienced small business owner and proprietor of a variety of interior design and antiques businesses. Developed professional, progressive client relationships while providing industry knowledge and excellent customer service:● Manage a successful antique booth at Glenwood Antique Mall, Overland Park (2023 - Present)● Managed a successful antique booth at Mission Road Antique Mall, Prairie Village (2004 - 2016)● Participated in buying trips to Round Top Antique Show in Texas (2006 - 2021)● Established interior faux finish painting business (1997 - 1999)

Prairie Village, Kansas, United States

Established a family of two children and provided childcare, household management, scheduling, budgeting, emotional support, and educational and spiritual development.

● Created sashes for design house specializing in custom embroidery items, including trimming and stitching● Exceeded standards for quality of finish and timeliness

● Restoration Hardware - Kansas City - Promoted to Assistant Manager ● Pidgeon’s Furniture (Flooring) - Des Moines ● MGN Custom Blinds & Window Treatments - Des Moines ● Onthank Co. - Des Moines - Sold $1 million in window treatments annually five years in a row - Received Salesperson of the Year Award (1995)● Gabbert’s Design Studio & Fine Furniture (Accessories) - Minneapolis

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Family & Consumer Science - Housing & Home Furnishings

Semester Study Abroad, Independent Study With Malcolm Lochhead, Designer