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Boston, Massachusetts, Us

Lekker, which is Dutch for pleasing, enjoyable, and tasty, was born in 2003. With a passion for mid-century modern classics and European design icons, our intimately curated showroom in Boston's South End is reflective of our aesthetics and values.From sustainable design to giving back to our community, Lekker Home is dedicated to positive action that expands well beyond the world of furniture and design. With a team of independent-thinkers and ever-curious minds, we believe in the humanness of authenticity, compassion, and connection.At Lekker Home, we align ourselves with brands who represent our core values. Our curated selection of design icons include some of the most celebrated brands, innovators, and creators.

Provides personal shopping, styling, and wardrobe editing services to professionals wishing to accomplish their fashion goals efficiently while reducing stress.Professional services include:- personal styling and shopping- wardrobe editing and tailoring consulting- closet organization and optimization- travel packing, planning and outfit guides- editorial styling

- Headed independent store opening with over $3 million in sales.- Established company culture with focus on delivering exceptional service to high net-worth clientele.- Coordinated events calendar to increase sales revenue and exposure.- Increased total net sales by over 30% year over year; consistently achieved sales goals- Executed e-commerce launch and managed business strategy through Farfetch partnership.- Collaborated intimately with external PR team to create original content; styled and art directed photoshoots utilized for social media and e-commerce.

New York, New York, Us

Identified, created and managed the execution of the store business plan that drove key performance indicator results and maximized business opportunities. Monitored daily, weekly and monthly sales goals of all associates and ensured quality selling and customer service standards were met.Trained and developed all associates and ensured ongoing sales training through role-play, coaching and constructive feedback. Led community involvement to drive brand awareness and loyalty through events, in-store experience, social media and email capture. Worked closely with Visual Merchandising and Buying teams on product display and assortment. Inspired and motivated the store team by presenting a compelling vision and direction. Promoted team and individual performance through consistent coaching and feedback. Built effective relationships with cross-divisional and store partners. Led management meetings to drive the business strategy. Created and upheld a positive work environment. Attracted, hired, trained, and developed the store team.Coached associates on brand initiatives and standards to ensure understanding of company direction. Provided regular feedback, coaching and counseling on performance. Trained associates and ensured complete understanding and compliance with company policies and procedures, maintained selling floor, stockroom and wrap desk with proper supplies, organization and cleanliness. Monitored the control of payroll and controllable expenses. Ensured loss prevention compliance in order to minimize loss and achieve shrink goals. Partnered with corporate office regarding maintenance and construction needs.Rookie of the Year Award, Northeast Region, 2016

Boston, Ma, Us

Serviced accounts in the Trade industry which includes interior designers, architects and property managers. Acted as the key point of contact for all purchase needs for over 500 accounts. Developed expertise in product offerings and stayed up-to-date on industry knowledge.Generated new business by engaging and enrolling prospective customers into the program via phone and email outreach. Grew book of business by establishing and maintaining relationships with accounts. Employed a strategic approached to influencing key accounts by streamlining sales processes and project planning to meet/exceed sales targets.Provided logistical support, damage assistance and quoting; managed project deadlines. Achieved sales quotas and strategic account objectives. Proactively assessed, clarified and validated customer needs. Utilized available data and trend analysis to recognize challenges, offer mitigating solutions, and manage complex opportunities in a time-sensitive and high-pressure industry.

New York, New York, Us

Assisted in managing a team of stylists with over 6 million in annual revenue. Aided in hiring, sales coaching, and development of staff. Excelled in managing sales floor and providing excellent customer service in fast-paced and high stress luxury retail environment.Oversaw visual team and executed weekly floorsets. Analyzed metrics in key investments and trends to feature on mannequins and tables. Collaborated with Area Visual Manager to drive sales through visual merchandizing. Styled window displays, tables and mannequins. Communicated trends, color stories and layout to staff. Gained knowledge in developing floor layout, color stories and lifestyles in visuals.Provided luxury retail experience to customers while managing a personal client book of over half a million dollars. Scheduled client appointments and personal styling sessions both in-store and in-home for top customers.

New York, New York, Us

- Promoted from sales associate to floor coordinator within 3 months.- Managed the visual merchandising team in the execution of weekly floorset directives, mannequin styling, and maintenance of company visual standards.- Built client book in luxury sales through the development of personal relationships with new and existing customers of INTERMIX.- Consistently exceeded commission goals and drove business through client outreach and events.- Won company-wide sales competition for luxury handbag sales.- Recognized for above-average DPT and UPT metrics through building strong client relationships and suggestive selling.

Los Angeles, California, Us

- Led sales team in meeting shop and personal sales goals.- Created sales competitions and individual sales goals to drive business.- Developed knowledge of luxury sales and building client relationships. - Responsible for overseeing client events and sales associate’s client books. - Coached staff in sales techniques and customer service through example.