Created and grew relationships and community partnerships in the Conroe/Lake Conroe Community. Promoted and increased chamber membership and retention. Planned and executed over 100 networking events. Evaluated and developed membership programs to better serve Chamber members. Oversaw volunteer management. Responsible for 60% of revenue brought into the Chamber in 2015 and 2016. Added or upgraded six members at the top level of membership in 2015 and four in 2016. 100% retention at the top… Show more Created and grew relationships and community partnerships in the Conroe/Lake Conroe Community. Promoted and increased chamber membership and retention. Planned and executed over 100 networking events. Evaluated and developed membership programs to better serve Chamber members. Oversaw volunteer management. Responsible for 60% of revenue brought into the Chamber in 2015 and 2016. Added or upgraded six members at the top level of membership in 2015 and four in 2016. 100% retention at the top level in 2016. Show less

Successfully opened new store location, built productive new sales team, and established a client base. Introducing the brand to a new market. Analyzed sales figures to predict future sales goals and product needs. Oversaw daily store operations, created dynamic visual displays designed to drive sales, provided training for team members to promote individual and company growth. Successfully met and exceeded sales plan and increased projected figures higher than company expectations. In the… Show more Successfully opened new store location, built productive new sales team, and established a client base. Introducing the brand to a new market. Analyzed sales figures to predict future sales goals and product needs. Oversaw daily store operations, created dynamic visual displays designed to drive sales, provided training for team members to promote individual and company growth. Successfully met and exceeded sales plan and increased projected figures higher than company expectations. In the first year, store was ranked in the top five for lowest company shrinkage. Show less

Passionately oversee daily store operations, build productive team, and drive sales to meet or exceed targets. Lead, motivate, and inspire staff in providing exceptional customer service while upholding consistent brand image. Organize and lead monthly group training and development sessions on store operations and product knowledge. Create and offer incentive programs to promote employee goal achievement. Design visual displays, coordinate successful events, and cultivate positive… Show more Passionately oversee daily store operations, build productive team, and drive sales to meet or exceed targets. Lead, motivate, and inspire staff in providing exceptional customer service while upholding consistent brand image. Organize and lead monthly group training and development sessions on store operations and product knowledge. Create and offer incentive programs to promote employee goal achievement. Design visual displays, coordinate successful events, and cultivate positive relationships with local and national stylists. Track company sales figures, research and analyze trends, identify local customer base, and present current information regarding product mix.** Successfully met and exceeded sales plan compared to previous year’s revenue figures.** Earned company award for establishing and maintaining lowest employer turnover rate.** Achieved company targets and objectives for contributions (16%) and payroll costs (18%).** Instrumental in turning around and managing second underperforming location into one of company’s top-performing operations.** Secured appearances of 20-30 pieces in local and national print publications including “Rivera” and “American Airways” magazines. Show less

Direct day-to-day store operations, including marketing, sales, customer service, public relations, and special events. Cultivate positive work environment and hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate employees. Plan, execute, and manage marketing and promotional events, including administering budgets and timelines. Create online marketing materials for store events and social media. Develop e-blast mailings to client list. Build exceptional client relationships and provide high-quality… Show more Direct day-to-day store operations, including marketing, sales, customer service, public relations, and special events. Cultivate positive work environment and hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate employees. Plan, execute, and manage marketing and promotional events, including administering budgets and timelines. Create online marketing materials for store events and social media. Develop e-blast mailings to client list. Build exceptional client relationships and provide high-quality service.** Built highly motivated and diverse team of sales professionals resulting in consistent meeting and exceeding of revenue goals.** Increased capturing of customer information by 87%, decreased returns by 37%, and achieved sales objectives for four consecutive months through highly effective staff training.** Hosted creative in-store and offsite sales and customer appreciation events; secured store appearance in four local news segments.** Selected to serve as Acting Store Manager from August ’10 to February ’11. Show less

Protected company assets while providing outstanding sales and customer service. Trained new employees in client relations and company policies. Greeted and assisted customers with purchases. Planned, coordinated, and communicated special events and promotions.** Produced consistently high sales and built dedicated client list by providing superior service and applying in-depth brand knowledge.** Earned promotion to Assistant / Acting Store Manager based on exceptional performance.

Worked closely with customers to expand awareness of Lilly Pulitzer brand, lifestyle, and products. Organized store events, promotions, and phone campaigns.** Achieved consistently superior sales and received promotion to Key Holder position.

Developed training manuals for contractor seminars. Created and presented sales quotes for clients. Communicated with customers regarding account and order status. Answered merchandise and production questions from homeowners and contractors.

Event Coordinator and Facility Manager, December 2007 to May 2008Promoted to hold accountability for producing and managing special events at Red Berry Mansion. Developed budgets and timelines. Maintained relationships and contracts with venue vendors. Coordinated open houses and client tours. Participated in multiple marketing and public relations campaigns. Created promotional materials including programs and invitations. Organized street teams and volunteers during events.**… Show more Event Coordinator and Facility Manager, December 2007 to May 2008Promoted to hold accountability for producing and managing special events at Red Berry Mansion. Developed budgets and timelines. Maintained relationships and contracts with venue vendors. Coordinated open houses and client tours. Participated in multiple marketing and public relations campaigns. Created promotional materials including programs and invitations. Organized street teams and volunteers during events.** Successfully participated in overall event process from proposal to event day.** Selected and entrusted to serve as Project Lead for out-of-town wedding. Show less