Specialize in business operations for large provider of residential closet solutions. Responsible for customer relations, project management, sample specialist, trade program, showroom oversight, and negotiations to guide customers through the design process from initial inquiry to final installation.

Direct the planning, development, and implementation of merchandising and display designs for high profile vendors and retail clients.  Projects vary in scope with some seasonal re-design, project revitalization, and execute strategic planning. Outcomes are focused on managing timelines, building strong client trust and providing high value for work rendered.  Built and sustained results-generating professional relationships with clients: Pauline Pearsall, Inc., Oakland, CA (Real Estate Staging, 2004-Present) The Walk Shop, Berkeley, CA (Retail Window Display, 2004-Present) Eastridge Mall (San Jose), Hillsdale Mall (San Mateo), Corte Madera Mall (Marin), Northgate Mall, Walmart.com, So San Francisco, CA (Assistant Stylist)Universal Shows, Inc., San Francisco, CA (Furniture, Home DécorMacy’s Visual Team, Pleasanton, CA (Flagship store)Independent Film, Ju Ju Love, San Francisco, CA (Wardrobe Stylist, 2004) FIDM (The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising) SF, CA Visual Intern on campus Nordstrom Visual Team, Pleasanton, CA

A side-step to leverage my project experience in a new industry in signage.  Six months under leadership of Shannon-Leigh focused on supporting internal project managers, and the principal, as well as external partners support in the conception, execution of signage design.   This included full project life-cycle coordination from programming to construction and delivery.   Experience invaluable to understand physical perspectives of visuals.  Determined post this trial period that my passion lies in retail commerce and have redirected my efforts to find the next step in my original industry choice.

Directed major merchandising projects and Item Imagery for Walmart.com online retail channel, managed administrative operations, project management, strategic planning, collaborated with agencies, forecasting and budget management that elevated growth and productivity.  Sourced and cast models, recruited stylist, /photographers, and scheduled photo shoots.  Cost-effectively manage capacity planning, budgeting, and actuals, along with planning and prioritizing schedules, shot lists, and ensuring all style guides and best practices are adhered to.HIGHLIGHTS:--Managed apparel style guides for Walmart Item Imagery which span multiple cross-functional departments--Launched and led high visibility “On Figure" online merchandising program that achieved upscaling of competitive offerings--Managed a budget of up to $100K by preparing and analyzing monthly expenditures forecasts and capacity planning.   --Led “Shopping for Good” initiative, a 5-year program supporting women-owned businesses-- Key player in Production Scalability Program; resulted in doubling production photo shoot output--Awarded the "Community Champion Award" for establishing an internal shoe drive collecting 1,000 shoes for "Soles 4 Souls" mission to distribute shoes to families in need in low-income countries--Manage stock photography purchase/use program.

Capitalized on opportunity to serve for 5 years on Board of Directors in various capacities, including directing forward-thinking event planning for annual seminars and recruiting speakers and entertainment.Led targeted promotional programs while handling fundraising, member recruiting, and public relations.

Played a vital role in directing 6 high-volume retail operations throughout California, Nevada, Utah, and Idaho, including handling buying, inventory control, and team building / training to meet key objectives.Grew business profits by leading all companywide external media and direct marketing and promotions.Directed property management, store remodels, and merchandise floor planning and design initiatives.