Soft Surroundings
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Soft Surroundings Employees
Performance Merchants Alliance February 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings March 2012 - June 2013
Chico's FAS Inc. September 2011 - September 2012
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage June 2007 - June 2009
Carroll Education Foundation 2006 - 2008
Superior Concrete Fence of Texas 1996 - 2004
Zale 1986 - 1992
Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Editing, Research, Public Speaking, English, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Public Relations, Customer Service, Outlook
Education
University of North Texas 1985 — 1986
Continuing Education, Retailing and Retail Operations
Stephens College 1981 — 1983
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Communication and Media Studies
Soft Surroundings April 2012 - Present
Aquarius, Ltd May 2011 - March 2012
Citibabes September 2010 - May 2011
Manuela New York, Inc. June 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Apparel, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Sales, Retail, Fashion, Trend Analysis, Customer Service, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Management, Marketing Strategy, Inventory Management
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Art and Science, Retail Merchandising, Business
St. Josephy's Academy 2002 — 2006
Soft Surroundings October 2014 - Present
Brighton Collectibles April 2011 - March 2013
Brighton Collectibles August 2006 - April 2011
Village Medical Center January 2003 - August 2006
Maggies - Home Decor,Gifts , Clothing February 1999 - July 2002
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Retail management, Event planning, Recruiting, Interpersonal..., Client Development, Job Coaching, Fundraising, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Sales, Inventory Management, Store Operations, Social Networking, Planograms, Teamwork, Shrinkage, Building Relationships, Email Marketing, Employee Training, Trade Shows, Time Management, Retail Sales, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Event Planning, Store Management
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 1983 — 1985
Commercial and Advertising Art
Texas State Technical College Waco 1981 — 1983
Commercial and Advertising Art
Soft Surroundings July 2015 - Present
Brides by Demetrios November 2014 - July 2015
Marta's Boutique May 2013 - May 2014
IDEAL Fastener Corporation June 2012 - August 2012
The Gallery Salon May 2008 - August 2011
Skills
Fashion, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Organized Multi-tasker, Social Media Marketing, Retail, Advertising, Textiles, Always Willing to Learn, Social Networking, Facebook, Teamwork, Trend, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Excel, Work Ethic, Communication Skills, Leadership, Sales Management, Time Management, Event Planning, Goal Oriented, Customer Service, Building Relationships
Education
Missouri State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Fashion Merchandising, Minor in Marketing
Eureka High School 2005 — 2009
Dimvaloo Active Living May 2013 - Present
Soft Surroundings October 2005 - November 2012
Chico's FAS Inc. 2002 - 2005
Pottery Barn 1998 - 2002
Skills
Visual Merchandising, New Store Openings, Driving Results, Merchandising, Store Management, Loss Prevention, Retail, Merchandise Planning, Profit, Window Displays, Inventory Control, Trend, Fashion, Trend Analysis, Assortment, Apparel, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Retail Sales, Management, Store Operations
Education
Webster University 1995 — 1996
St. Louis Community College 1994 — 1995
St. Louis Community College
Pottery Barn Kids September 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings November 2014 - June 2015
OHSU November 2012 - November 2014
White House Black Market March 2012 - October 2012
Fuddruckers February 2012 - June 2012
Dairy Queen July 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Retail Sales, Merchandising, Store Management, Store Operations, Window Displays, Retail, Trend Analysis, Apparel, Fashion, Cashiering, Driving Results, Styling, Merchandise Planning, Assortment, Organization &..., scanning in paperwork, Adobe Acrobat, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Office Equipment...
Education
Portland State University 2014 — 2016
Business Marketing, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
PCC Sylvania 2011 — 2014
Associate of Science (AS), Accounting and Business/Management, Junior
Beaverton High School 2007 — 2011
High School Diploma, Business
Evoke Productions April 2013 - Present
Soft Surroundings March 2006 - April 2013
Pure Paper April 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Art Direction, Graphic Design, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Fashion, Apparel, Retail, Catalogs, Fine Art Photography, Creative Direction, Art, Styling, Layout, Photo Shoots, Image Editing, Brand Development
Education
Drake University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Graphic Design
Soft Surroundings December 2012 - Present
Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America, St. Louis Chapter November 2010 - November 2012
Network Communications, Inc. May 2008 - November 2010
Ann Taylor Loft 2006 - 2008
Education
Baylor University - Hankamer School of Business 2004 — 2008
Ladue Horton Watkins High School 2000 — 2004
Enterprise Holdings Inc. May 2014 - Present
Enterprise Holdings Inc. January 2013 - May 2014
Soft Surroundings 2005 - December 2012
Home Decorators Collection 2005 - 2005
Nashville Opera 2000 - 2004
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts 1999 - 1999
St. Louis Regional OASIS 1994 - 1998
Skills
Direct Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, Multi-channel Marketing, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Advertising, Strategy, Market Research, Digital Marketing, Direct Mail, Web Marketing, Multi-channel Retail, Business Strategy, Business Process..., Project Management, Budgets, Public Speaking, Organic Search, Marketing Research, Community Engagement, Technology Needs..., Staff Management, Budget, Contract Negotiation, Competitive Analysis, Presentations, Internet Strategy, Grant Writing, Social Media, ROI Management, Marketing, Arts Administration, PPC, Non-profit Marketing, Social Media Marketing
Education
Belmont University - Jack C. Massey Graduate School of Business 2001 — 2003
MBA
University of Wisconsin-Madison - School of Business 1998 — 2000
M.A., Business, Arts Administration
Washington University in St. Louis 1989 — 1993
B.A., English Literature
Soft Surroundings May 2012 - Present
lori coulter llc 2007 - 2011
Skills
Store Management, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Loss Prevention, Inventory Management, Retail Sales, Sales, Store Operations, Customer Service, Profit, Inventory Control, Sales Management, Fashion, Customer Satisfaction, Apparel, Driving Results, Management, P&L, Team Building
Education
Fontbonne University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor's Degree, Fashion Merchandising
Victorian Trading Co. April 2015 - Present
Waechtersbach USA June 2014 - April 2015
Soft Surroundings May 2014 - June 2014
Soft Surroundings September 2012 - May 2014
Soft Surroundings March 2012 - September 2012
Victoria's Secret February 2012 - August 2012
Soft Surroundings January 2012 - March 2012
MMGY Global June 2011 - August 2011
The Country Club of St. Albans June 2006 - August 2010
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia, College of Business 2008 — 2011
International Business
Griffith College Dublin
Visitation Academy 2004 — 2008
Deloitte June 2015 - Present
Deloitte June 2014 - August 2014
Soft Surroundings May 2012 - August 2013
Birch Trail Camp for Girls June 2010 - July 2011
Skills
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Accounting, Social Media, Teamwork, Inventory Control
Education
Chapman University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Accounting
Chapman University
Soft Surroundings March 2015 - Present
VNA Homecare Inc March 2001 - December 2014
Rod's Service, Inc. November 1997 - March 2001
Journal Register Company 1995 - November 1997
Skills
Medicare, Healthcare, Medicaid, HIPAA, Employee Benefits, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, GAAP, Human Resources, Payroll, Budgets, Healthcare Consulting, Supervisory Skills, Microsoft Excel
Education
Fontbonne University 1995 — 1997
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1985 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
Wright City High School 1978 — 1982
Staples Promotional Products October 2014 - Present
Soft Surroundings February 2010 - Present
Jacquin Studio January 2008 - Present
Freelance @ 3eighty3 August 2006 - Present
Bruton-Stroube Studios 2006 - Present
Skills
Commercial Photography, Photo Shoots, Photography, Fashion, Styling, Advertising, Photos, Creative Direction, Art Direction
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2003 — 2006
BA, Photography
Soft Surroundings August 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings March 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings December 2013 - Present
Alpha Packaging January 2013 - December 2013
Henning Communications February 2005 - December 2012
Anheuser-Busch March 1985 - December 1996
Skills
Marketing, Project Management, Account Management, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, New Business Development, Forecasting, Pricing, Data Analysis, Pricing Analysis, Financial Reporting, Marketing Analytics, Customer Profitability, Sales Analysis, Product Analysis, Catalog Management, Customer Acquisition, Management
Education
Saint Louis University
MBA, Marketing
Fontbonne University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting and Computer Science
Soft Surroundings March 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings April 2014 - March 2015
kate spade August 2013 - November 2014
Soft Surroundings January 2014 - April 2014
New York & Company May 2010 - August 2013
New York & Company May 2012 - April 2013
Skills
Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Retail Sales, Loss Prevention, Store Operations, Window Displays, Merchandise Planning, Driving Results, Inventory, Handbags, Time Management, POS, Sales, Customer Service, Fashion History, Facebook, Fashion, Cashiering, Mannequin Styling, Apparel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Education
Fontbonne University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Fashion Merchandising
Soft Surroundings August 2013 - Present
TerraSource Global November 2011 - August 2013
Lacoste October 2011 - January 2012
Saks Fifth Avenue June 2008 - November 2011
Saks Fifth Avenue April 2007 - June 2008
Tobe Report September 2006 - December 2006
Skills
Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Styling, Fashion Writing, Trend Forecasting, Apparel, Trend, Trend Analysis, Retail, Fashion Shows, Creative Direction, Fashion Design, Luxury Goods, Sewing, Graphic Design, Textiles, Window Displays, Fashion Buying, Fashion Illustration, Technical Design, Graphics, Jewelry, Retail Sales, Editorial, Merchandise Planning, Textile Design
Education
Art Institute of Dallas
Associate of Arts, Fashion Design
Dallas County Community College 2007 — 2008
Communications Design
JDP Designs September 2013 - Present
Soft Surroundings November 2008 - September 2013
Macy's Midwest February 2005 - July 2008
Famous Barr 1994 - 2005
Knights LTD Catalog September 2000 - September 2001
ABD Ambrosi BlackDot August 1999 - August 2001
Six Flags Theme Parks 1988 - 1991
Skills
Catalogs, Direct Mail, Concept Development, Typography, Art Direction, Photo Art Direction, Retail, Drawing, Brochures, Advertising, Corporate Identity, Print, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Layout, Print Production, Postcards, Creative Direction, Marketing Materials, Direct Marketing, Illustration, Logos, Newspaper, Marketing, Photography, Brand Development, InDesign, Fashion, QuarkXPress, Art, Photo Shoots, Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Mac, Branding & Identity, Creative Strategy, Visual Communication, Packaging, Brand Management, Corporate Branding, Image Manipulation, Posters, Creative Services, Web Design, Banners, Pre-press, Vector Illustration, Creative Problem Solving
Education
Truman State University 1986 — 1990
Bachelor's degree, Fine/Studio Arts, General
Truman State University 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Advertising Design
1888 Mills April 2015 - Present
Spikes & Seams August 2014 - Present
Majamas December 2014 - April 2015
Soft Surroundings May 2014 - May 2014
Soft Surroundings April 2012 - April 2014
Soft Surroundings May 2011 - April 2012
Soft Surroundings April 2011 - May 2011
Soft Surroundings January 2011 - March 2011
Partners for Just Trade September 2010 - December 2010
KayOss Designs by Amy Johnson July 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Apparel, Fashion Design, Merchandising, Retail, Styling, Fashion, Sewing, Visual Merchandising, Textiles, Draping, Illustrator, Knitwear, Pattern, Textile Design, Sketching, Fashion Buying
Education
Saint Louis University 2010 — 2011
Full-time Accelerated One-Year MBA Program
Dominican University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts
Paris American Academy 2008 — 2008
Study Abroad
Cor Jesu Academy 2002 — 2006
High School
Soft Surroundings August 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings October 2012 - Present
Bakers Footwear Group August 2012 - November 2012
Bakers Footwear Group April 2012 - October 2012
Bakers Footwear Group July 2011 - June 2012
Aquarius Ltd. September 2009 - July 2011
Macy's Midwest June 2007 - May 2008
Macy's Midwest February 2006 - June 2007
May Merchandising Company May 2005 - February 2006
May Merchandising Company June 2003 - May 2005
Skills
Retail Math, Gross Margin, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Markdown Management, Marketing Strategy, Retail, Purchasing, Forecasting, E-commerce, Inventory Management, Leadership, Management, Merchandising, Sales, Store Management
Education
Missouri State University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science, Fashion Merchandising/Marketing
FleishmanHillard May 2014 - Present
FleishmanHillard May 2013 - May 2014
FleishmanHillard March 2012 - May 2013
Twist January 2010 - March 2012
Twist September 2009 - June 2011
Soft Surroundings January 2007 - September 2009
St. Louis Magazine September 2004 - December 2006
Fleishman-Hillard May 2004 - September 2004
Skills
Social Media, SEO, SEM, Editing, Writing, Email Marketing, Creative Direction, Digital Strategy, Direct Marketing, Digital Media, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, Digital Marketing, Marketing
Education
Miami University 2000 — 2004
English/Communications, Public Relations and Journalism
Ursuline Academy
Viacom June 2014 - October 2014
GOLF Link May 2013 - July 2013
Soft Surroundings May 2012 - July 2012
Bommarito Automotive Group May 2011 - July 2011
Skills
Strategic Communications, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Online Marketing, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Sales, Facebook, E-commerce, Blogging
Education
The University of Kansas 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
MasterCard November 2014 - Present
MasterCard October 2013 - November 2014
Citi December 2012 - October 2013
Brown Shoe Company December 2007 - January 2013
Soft Surroundings March 2006 - December 2007
May Merchandising Company May 2004 - March 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Internet Strategy, PowerPoint, Visio, Research, Outlook, Photoshop, Windows, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, E-business, Project Management, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Web Project Management, Web Analytics, Web Services, Web Content Optimization, Website Merchandising, E-commerce SEO, E-commerce Optimization, E-commerce, Endeca, Omniture, HBX, Google Analytics, Google Adwords, Google Website Optimizer, A/B testing, Business Analysis, Bazaarvoice Ratings &..., Certona, Mobile Internet, Strategic Thinking, User Experience, Usability, Fashion Design, Interactive Marketing, Interactive Media, Marketing, Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Web Marketing, Web Design, Strategy, Email Marketing, Creative Direction
Education
Saint Louis University 2012 — 2015
Masters in Business Administration
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelors of Fine Arts, Fashion Design
Ann Taylor May 2013 - Present
Soft Surroundings 2013 - Present
Gingy's January 2013 - August 2013
Talbots February 2011 - January 2013
ANN INC. April 2011 - July 2011
Skills
Styling, Visual Merchandising, Apparel, Fashion, Trend, Fashion Design, Merchandising, Sewing, Window Displays, Textiles, Pattern, Fashion Shows, Sales, Trend Analysis
Education
Immaculata University 2007 — 2013
Fashion Merchandising/Business, Fashion Merchandising & Business Minor
Immaculata University 2006 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Fashion Merchandising
Cerner Corporation July 2015 - Present
Bar Louie May 2015 - June 2015
Soft Surroundings June 2014 - January 2015
Francesca's March 2013 - October 2013
R&M Designs July 2013 - August 2013
AquArena SwimWear June 2013 - June 2013
Victoria's Secret Pink October 2011 - May 2013
Dot Foods Inc April 2008 - May 2012
Skills
Illustrator, Social Media, Fashion, Microsoft Office, Merchandising, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Draping, InDesign, Visual Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Photoshop, Trend Forecasting, Gerber Accumark, PowerChart, Time Management
Education
Purdue University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Apparel design and technology
London College of Fashion 2012 — 2012
Design and Merchandising
Soft Surroundings September 2015 - Present
Local First Arizona August 2015 - Present
Ciaomari 2011 - Present
Restaurant FnB Bodega Red Goat Wine January 2013 - July 2014
Troon Golf International July 2012 - September 2012
Barb's Bakery September 2011 - June 2012
Cowboy Ciao/Kazimierz world wine bar October 1996 - September 2011
Scottsdale Downtowner 2008 - 2009
Ed Debevic's 1991 - 1996
Bull HN 1989 - 1991
Skills
Customer Experience, Marketing Communications, Writing, Editing, Internal Communications, Compassion, Media Relations, Cooking, Baking, Social Media, Horseback Riding, Shooting, Speed Reading, Team Leadership, Typing, Event Planning, Floral arranging, Bartending, Guest Service Management, Proofreading, Family Caregiving, Officiating, Motivated self-starter, Organizational Design, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Producing, Food & Beverage, Blogging, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Coaching, Leadership, Hospitality, Food, Entertainment, Restaurants, Equestrian, Wine, Event Management, Marketing, Brand Development, Advertising, Press Releases, Creative Writing, Journalism, Newsletters, Copywriting, Interviews, Copy Editing
Education
Hofstra University 1984 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism
Nassau Community College 1982 — 1984
AA, GLA/Romance Languages, 3.85
Los Angeles LGBT Center February 2012 - Present
Joey the Dog Sitter October 2005 - May 2012
Soft Surroundings August 2010 - November 2011
Edward Jones February 2005 - February 2009
Women's Support and Community Services December 2002 - February 2005
Skills
Goal orientated, Self starter, Multi-tasker with..., Strong oral and written..., Possess broad range of..., Dependable and loyal..., Television studio..., Possess ability to meet..., Excellent customer..., Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Pagemaker, QuarkXPress, Dreamweaver, Photography, Illustration, Illustrator, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Adobe Creative Suite, Event Management, Marketing
Education
Webster University 2008 — 2009
M.B.A., Business
St. Mary's University 1998 — 2002
Communications, Visual Communication, Speech Communication, Graphic Design, Media Studies
Soft Surroundings June 2014 - Present
Soft Surroundings April 2011 - June 2014
Scrubs & Beyond June 2009 - April 2011
Macy's June 2008 - May 2009
Nordstrom May 2007 - December 2007
Walgreens June 2004 - May 2007
Skills
Merchandising, Leadership, Marketing, Retail, Sales, Management, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Store Management, Training, Trend Analysis, Inventory Control
Education
Saint Louis University 2004 — 2008
BS Business Administration, Marketing
Sperry June 2015 - Present
Banana Republic / Gap Inc. June 2014 - Present
Soft Surroundings October 2010 - May 2014
J. Jill 2003 - October 2010
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Fashion, Merchandising, Retail, Store Management, Trend, Apparel, Driving Results, Loss Prevention, Merchandise Planning, Store Operations, Styling, Trend Analysis, Window Displays, Retail Sales, Inventory Management, New Store Openings
Education
Lasell College 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Fashion Merchandising/Marketing
Fjällräven September 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings September 2013 - May 2014
Caravan Stylist Studio June 2013 - August 2013
Synderela June 2013 - August 2013
Macy's June 2013 - August 2013
francesca’s® June 2011 - January 2013
LeBaron & Bonney Company June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Sewing, Industrial Sewing, Customer Service, Customer Experience, Customer Satisfaction, Designs, Sketching, Drawing, Styling, Stylists, Mannequin Styling, Draping, Sales, CAD, Cashiering, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Languages, Spanish, English, Fashion, Fashion Design, Fashion Illustration, Fashion Shows, Fashion Photography, Bilingual, Color Theory, Design Patterns, Mood Boards, Photoshop, Photojournalism, Illustrator, Fabric Selection, Garment Fitting, OSHA, Photo Shoots, Retail
Education
Mount Ida College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Fashion/Apparel Design
Greater Lawrence Technical High School 2006 — 2010
Fashion Designer, Fashion/Apparel Design Certificate
Soft Surroundings October 2014 - Present
Kimberly Clark Corporation April 2007 - August 2008
Domtar Industries 2001 - 2006
Domtar 2001 - 2006
Georgia-Pacific LLC December 1992 - August 2001
Skills
Sales Operations, Account Management, Inventory Management, Pricing, B2B, Management, SAP, Microsoft Excel, Marketing, Forecasting
Education
Mercer University 1986 — 1988
BS, Sociology
Soft Surroundings August 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings August 2014 - August 2015
Ann Taylor LOFT February 2011 - November 2013
Lands End January 2010 - January 2011
Lands' End January 2008 - March 2009
Lands' End March 2006 - January 2008
Lands' End January 2005 - March 2006
Ann Taylor Loft 1997 - 2004
Ann Taylor 1994 - 1997
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Strategic Planning, Fashion, Apparel, Business Strategy, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Trend Analysis, Trend
Education
Goucher College 1987 — 1991
BA, Math and Economics
Soft Surroundings May 2006 - Present
Skills
Project Management, Management, SQL, Active Directory, Storage Area Networks, System Administration, PCI DSS, E-commerce, Virtualization, Windows Server, High Availability, Leadership, Business Analysis, HTML, Cloud Computing, Linux, Windows 7, Apache, Unix, Microsoft SQL Server, IT Management
Education
Eastern Kentucky University 1983 — 1989
Ansell Healthcare July 2014 - Present
Ansell Healthcare September 2011 - June 2014
Ansell Healthcare November 2007 - September 2011
Ansell Healthcare March 1999 - October 2007
Orthopaedic and Nuerological Rehabilitation, Inc. August 1998 - March 1999
Medical Alliance Services (formerly Medical Alliance, Inc.) July 1997 - July 1998
Medical Alliance Services (formerly Medical Alliance, Inc.) November 1994 - July 1997
Soft Surroundings May 1992 - November 1994
Neopost (formerly Friden Alcatel) June 1991 - May 1992
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1986 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing
Reliv International April 2015 - Present
Reliv International May 2012 - April 2015
Soft Surroundings September 2010 - May 2012
Professional Freight Services June 2009 - September 2010
DNI Properties January 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Agile Product Management, Scrum, Software Development, AngularJS, Zend Framework, Symfony, REST Services, JavaScript, Doctrine, PHP, Node.js, Unit Testing, Express, MongoDB, MySQL, Bootstrap, jQuery, Git, HTML, CSS, Amazon Web Services...
Education
University of Missouri - St. Louis 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Science in Information Systems
St Charles Community College 2005 — 2007
Alabama Shakespeare Festival 2015 - Present
Cirque Dreams Holidaze November 2014 - December 2014
STAGES St. Louis April 2014 - October 2014
Soft Surroundings January 2013 - June 2014
STAGES St. Louis June 2013 - October 2013
Skills
Wardrobe, Sewing, Laundry, Alterations, Dressing, Costumes, Wigs
Education
Columbia College Chicago
Soft Surroundings November 2012 - Present
Banana Republic April 2010 - Present
Soft Surroundings 2012 - 2013
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Store Management, Loss Prevention, Customer Service, Fashion, Inventory Management, Sales, Apparel, Retail Sales, Styling, Store Operations, Merchandise Planning, Cashiering
Education
Bay State College
Soft Surroundings January 2015 - Present
Peace Corps May 2012 - July 2014
Semester At Sea / ISE January 2012 - May 2012
E. Bo-Young Talking Club September 2010 - October 2011
Semester At Sea / ISE June 2010 - August 2010
Norwegian Cruise Line January 2006 - June 2010
Skills
Public Speaking, Event Management, Hospitality, Research, Event Planning, Tourism, Social Media, Public Relations, Training, Fundraising, Spanish, Hotels, International Relations, Social Networking, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Microsoft Office
Education
Liberty University 2007 — 2009
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Human Resources
Milligan College 2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), International Business
Soft Surroundings July 2015 - Present
Watlow August 2012 - May 2015
Barnes-Jewish Hospital September 2011 - December 2011
Episcopal Diocese of Missouri June 2011 - September 2011
City of St. Louis Collector of Revenue December 2008 - August 2010
CCA Global Partners November 2007 - August 2008
Aon Risk Services February 2003 - July 2007
American Airlines/ASMO Corp. Lambert May 2002 - December 2002
Lincoln Industrial September 2000 - May 2002
Goodman Midwest May 1999 - September 2000
Skills
Outlook, Word, Excel, Data Entry, Insurance, Lotus Notes, Administrative Support, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Human Resources, Access, Administrative..., Fundraising, Payroll, Software Documentation, Invoicing, Administration, Nonprofits, Telephone Skills, Team Building, Accounting, Analysis, Spreadsheets, Administrative...
Education
St. Louis Community College 1997 — 1998
Psychology / Human Services
Missouri Valley College 1993 — 1996
Missouri Valley University 1993 — 1996
Psychology / ALDS Studies
Washington University in St. Louis February 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings May 2012 - Present
Loop Special Business District January 2012 - May 2012
McKesson Corporation November 2009 - October 2011
Truman Media Network August 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Paid Search Strategy, Paid Search Campaigns, Google Analytics, Google Adwords, E-commerce SEO, SEO, SEO copywriting, Coremetrics Analytics, Email Marketing, News Writing, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Affiliate Marketing, SEM, E-commerce, Social Media, Advertising, Keyword Research, Editing
Education
Truman State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism, Political Science
Soft Surroundings February 2015 - Present
Bgreen Management Company LLC May 2014 - February 2015
Tommy Bahama October 2012 - May 2014
Honeys sportswear Inc December 1995 - October 2012
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company LLC April 1993 - April 1995
Royal Pavilion hotel December 1987 - December 1988
Skills
Customer Service, Store Management, Retail, Retail Sales, Sales, Hospitality, Hiring, Hospitality Management, Fashion, Coaching, Inventory Management, Budgets, Team Building, Sales Management, Visual Merchandising, Negotiation, Merchandising, Management, Leadership
Education
California State University-San Bernardino
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
California State University-San Bernardino
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Christopher & Banks January 2015 - Present
Destination Maternity Corporation September 2014 - January 2015
Soft Surroundings October 2012 - July 2014
Sephora January 2012 - October 2012
Christopher & Banks May 2010 - October 2011
JJill November 2005 - October 2008
Gymboree August 2001 - November 2005
Gap Inc./Gap November 1991 - August 2001
Skills
Store Management, Loss Prevention, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Apparel, Inventory Control, Income Statement, Fashion, Team Building, Driving Results, Recruiting, Leadership, Store Operations, Profit
Education
Northern Arizona University 1986 — 1988
Interior Design
Northern Arizona University
Weissman's Designs For Dance July 2015 - Present
Queen B Formals January 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings May 2014 - March 2015
Soft Surroundings January 2013 - May 2014
Soft Surroundings May 2012 - January 2013
Champane & Lace Bridal December 2011 - May 2012
Willard's Tailor Shop October 2011 - February 2012
Elda De La Rosa Couture March 2011 - September 2011
Chicago Costume August 2010 - November 2010
U.S. Census Bureau -- Census Coverage Management April 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Draping, Sewing, Pattern, Adobe Creative Suite, Fashion, Merchandising, Illustrator, Retail, Photoshop, Customer Service, Mac, Styling, Technical Design, Apparel, Fashion Shows, Fashion Design, Fit, Sketching, Wovens, Trend Analysis, Fashion Illustration, Fitting, Textiles, Denim, Product Development
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2008 — 2011
B.F.A, Fashion Design
Seckman Senior High 2004 — 2008
Soft Surroundings 2007 - Present
JJill 2005 - 2007
EbLens Limited Partnership 1982 - 2001
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Store Management, Store Operations, Driving Results, Fashion, Trend, Assortment, New Store Openings, Apparel, Loss Prevention, Trend Analysis, Merchandise Planning, P&L, Profit, Styling, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Sales, Trend Forecasting, Retail Sales, Window Displays
Education
Becker College 1980 — 1982
Lazard June 2015 - Present
Harris Williams & Co. May 2015 - May 2015
Thompson Street Capital Partners June 2014 - August 2014
Sydenstricker Farm & Lawn October 2010 - May 2014
Soft Surroundings February 2012 - August 2012
Lou Fusz Toyota June 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Private Equity, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Direct Sales, International Logistics, International Business, Supplier Sourcing, Global Sourcing, China Manufacturing, China Business..., Vendor Management, Chinese culture, Mandarin, Corporate Finance, Managerial Finance, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Marketing Management, Constant Contact, Google Adwords, Google Analytics, Farm Equipment, Entrepreneurship, Integrated Management...
Education
Vanderbilt University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), International Finance
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
International Business
United States Naval Academy 2011 — 2011
Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School (MICDS) 2004 — 2011
Soft Surroundings January 2013 - September 2013
Soft Surroundings October 2012 - January 2013
Crate & Barrel March 2009 - August 2012
Crate & Barrel November 2005 - August 2012
Crate & Barrel March 2008 - March 2009
Crate & Barrel May 2006 - March 2008
Bed Bath & Beyond December 2003 - May 2005
Bed Bath & Beyond May 2001 - December 2003
Skills
Customer Service, Event Planning, Recruiting, Loss Prevention, Team Leadership, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Retail, Inventory Control, New Hire Orientations, Interviews, Training, Office Administration, Sales Management, Schedules, New Hire Paperwork, Operations Management, Building Maintenance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, i, Windows, Talent Acquisition
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 1994 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Recreational Therapy
New Caney High School
Landmark Sign Company November 2013 - Present
AVALA Marketing Group August 2008 - October 2008
Soft Surroundings March 2007 - December 2007
May Merchandising 2000 - 2006
St. Louis Science Center January 1995 - February 2000
Saint Louis Zoo April 1991 - March 1995
Skills
Art Direction, Trend, Creative Direction, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Trend Analysis, Advertising, Merchandising, Graphic Design, Apparel, Logo Design, Mac, Brand Development, Art, Graphics, Illustration, Photoshop, Packaging, Catalogs, Direct Mail, QuarkXPress, Layout
Education
UMSL 2009 — 2010
BA, Education
St. Louis Community College 1988 — 1991
clements 1984 — 1986
Soft Surroundings June 2005 - Present
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Team Leadership, Retail, Merchandising, Customer Service, CPFR
Education
Lindenwood University 1995 — 1997
MBA, Business Administration
Bank of America Merchant Services July 2015 - Present
Bank of America Merchant Services April 2014 - June 2015
Bank of America Merchant Services April 2013 - March 2014
Soft Surroundings August 2012 - April 2013
The Home Depot June 2011 - August 2012
Home Decorators Collection / Home Depot Direct December 2006 - June 2011
eXtreme Communications August 2002 - April 2003
AdTech Communications August 2001 - August 2002
Veterans Administration Hospital March 2000 - August 2001
Skills
Linux, Active Directory, Microsoft SQL Server, DNS, Cisco Technologies, Databases, Access, T-SQL, VB.NET, ASP.NET, VBScript, ETL, SSRS, SSIS, Powershell, DB2, SQL, Data Migration, Process Improvement, DHCP
Education
George M. DeWolf High School
Fresno City College
Fresno State University
Soft Surroundings October 2014 - Present
Chico's FAS Inc. June 2012 - October 2014
Wet Seal, Inc September 2011 - June 2012
Charlotte Russe March 2009 - September 2011
Public Employees Credit Union June 2008 - March 2009
Claire's November 2007 - May 2008
Wet Seal August 2005 - November 2007
Western Store July 2004 - May 2005
Texas State Bank May 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Training, Retail, Customer Service, Merchandising, Store Operations, Store Management, Loss Prevention, Inventory Management, New Store Openings, Retail Sales, Fashion, Recruiting, Associate Development, Team Building, Leadership, Coaching, Window Displays, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Visual Merchandising, Hiring, Customer Satisfaction
Education
McMurry University 2002 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Communication, Sociology
It Works Global March 2015 - Present
Weissman's Designs For Dance June 2010 - September 2014
Weissman's Designs for Dance June 2010 - March 2012
PTI Group, Inc August 2009 - January 2010
St. Louis Magazine January 2009 - May 2009
Soft Surroundings February 2007 - December 2007
May Merchandising Company February 2001 - March 2003
Skills
Sketching, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, WebPDM, Fashion, Layout, Apparel, Knitwear, Wovens, Styling, Illustration, Tech Packs, Fashion Design, Fit, Fitting, Textiles, Product Development
Education
Meramec Community College 2008 — 2009
Associate of Fine Arts, Photography
Eastern Illinois University 1997 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, Family and Consumer Sciences; Merchandising
Southeastern Illinois College 1996 — 1997
Associate of Arts
BJC HealthCare January 2010 - Present
Soft Surroundings July 2008 - January 2010
Enterprise Rent-A-Car December 2005 - June 2008
Express Scripts February 2003 - December 2005
Environmental Systems Products September 2000 - February 2003
Education
Lindenwood University 2003 — 2004
IT
Boeing July 2015 - Present
Propper International June 2011 - July 2015
KOLR January 2011 - May 2011
College Fashionista May 2010 - September 2010
Soft Surroundings May 2008 - January 2009
Lindt Chocolate June 2007 - October 2008
The Body Shop March 2007 - September 2007
Skills
Fashion, Marketing, Retail, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Global Sourcing, Sourcing, Quality Auditing, Product Development, Fabric Selection, Inventory Management, Team Building, Sales, Apparel, Textiles, Negotiation, Purchasing, Brand Development, Trend, Outlook
Education
Missouri State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Mass Media Studies
Duchesne High School 2003 — 2007
Soft Surroundings May 2015 - Present
US Army August 2008 - May 2015
Skills
Military, Military Operations, Security Clearance, Military Experience, Army, Operational Planning, Weapons, Military Training, Physical Security, Organizational..., Combat Lifesaver, Military Logistics, Marksmanship, Tactics, Weapons Handling, Weapons Training, Infantry Tactics, Security, Emergency Management, Leadership, Exercises, Crisis Management, Force Protection, Loss Prevention, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Recruiting, Training, Leadership Development, Coaching, Sales, Merchandising, Retail, Driving Results, Store Management, Retail Sales, Management, Team Building, Microsoft Office
Education
American Military University 2009 — 2015
Delaware Technical and Community College-Stanton-Wilmington
Soft Surroundings July 2015 - Present
Draper's & Damon's June 2007 - July 2015
Chico's March 2005 - June 2007
Saks Fifth Avenue Outlet August 1996 - October 2005
Marshall's Department Stores 1990 - 1996
Modern Women 1988 - 1990
Marshalls Department Stores 1984 - 1987
The Broadway Department Stores 1974 - 1983
Skills
Store Management, Stores, Visual Merchandising, Retail Management, Loss Prevention, Profit & Loss Management, Building Relationships, Apparel, Retail, Budgets, Team Leadership, Management, New Store Openings, New Store Development, Leadership, Income Statement, Sales, Fashion, Store Operations, P&L Management, District Management, Coaching, Profit, Inventory Management, Trend Analysis, Driving Results, Merchandise Planning, Associate Development, Customer Experience, Forecasting, Retail Marketing, Merchandising, Trend, Hiring, Inventory Control, P&L, Training
Education
Pima Community College 1974 — 1977
Business Management
Catalina High School
Soft Surroundings May 2015 - Present
JJill April 2013 - April 2015
Coldwater Creek December 2010 - March 2013
BROOKS BROTHERS 2009 - 2010
TALBOTS 1993 - 2009
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Customer Service, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Retail Sales, Profit, Fashion, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Store Operations, New Store Openings, Sales, Apparel, Sales Management, Recruiting, Driving Results, Retail, Multi-unit, Window Displays, Merchandise Planning
Education
Cleveland State University
BACHELOR OF ARTS, Communication and Media Studies
Ecole Supérieure de Commerce de Nantes
UniGroup, Inc March 2014 - Present
The Poger Group, PC April 1999 - Present
Soft Surroundings March 2006 - March 2014
Panera Bread November 2003 - March 2006
Charter Communications August 2001 - November 2003
Skills
Accounting, Account Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Forecasting, Budgets, Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, SAP, Invoicing, Variance Analysis, Accruals
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 2000 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Accounting and Finance
Hickey College 1995 — 1996
Certificate, Accounting
Soft Surroundings January 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings December 2002 - Present
Knights Direct/Home Decorators/Soft Surroundings December 2002 - February 2007
Skills
Merchandising, Customer Service, Time Management, Retail, Public Speaking, Outlook, Interviews, Training, Store Management, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Visual Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, Loss Prevention, Sales, Microsoft Office
Education
St. Louis Community College 1990 — 1991
General
Mount Marty College 1989 — 1990
Liberal Arts Course Work
Sheraton St. Louis City Center Hotels and Suites February 2014 - Present
Camille La Vie November 2012 - June 2014
Al-Manara Academy September 2013 - October 2013
Soft Surroundings July 2007 - February 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, English, Windows, Research, Data Entry, Facebook, Time Management, Inventory Management, Outlook, Sales, Social Networking, Retail, Teamwork, Merchandising
Education
University of Missouri - St. Louis 2012 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
St. Louis Community College 2009 — 2011
Associate of Arts (AA), General Transfer Studies
Hazelwood West
United Auto Recovery June 2014 - Present
Regal Car Sales and Credit (Corp) November 2013 - May 2014
Soft Surroundings 2012 - 2013
Hy-Vee February 2010 - August 2012
Columbia Police Department February 2011 - June 2011
Columbia College September 2009 - May 2011
Missouri State Public Defender August 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Customer Service, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Data Entry, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Telephone Skills, Teamwork, Event Planning, Inventory Management, Cashiering, Critical Thinking, Research, Public Speaking, Facebook, Social Media, Customer Satisfaction, Access, Criminal Justice, Investigation, Crime Mapping, Pivet tables, LexisNexis, Legal Research
Education
Johnson County Community College 2014 — 2015
Cetificate, Paralegal Studies
Columbia College
Bachelor's degree, Criminal Justice Administration
University of Evansville 2007 — 2009
B.S. (Transferred), Sociology
Hazelwood West Senior High School 2004 — 2007
College Prep, High School Diploma
Victoria's Secret June 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings August 2014 - June 2015
Dillards March 2014 - August 2014
The "Kim" Lab December 2004 - March 2014
SunTrust Mortgage October 2012 - November 2013
SunTrust Mortgage January 2012 - October 2012
BJ's Wholesale Club November 2009 - January 2012
Quality Assurance SPs of Virginia, LLC November 2006 - January 2012
Prestige Mortgage November 2005 - November 2006
New Directions Mortgage October 2004 - November 2005
Skills
Mortgage Lending, Customer Service, Analysis, Loans, Leadership, Training, Process Improvement, Retail, Risk Management, Visual Merchandising, Management, Social Networking, Merchandising, Software Documentation, Account Reconciliation, Quality Assurance, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Project Management, Makeup Artistry, Retail Sales, Human Resources, Store Management, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Customer Experience, Customer Retention, Recruiting, Hiring, Interviews, Team Building, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Coaching, Employee Training, Process Scheduler, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Time Management, Event Management, Budgets, Profit, Marketing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Forecasting, Data Entry, Telephone Skills, Pricing
Education
Conservatory of Esthetics
Advanced Esthetics Certificate, Esthetics
James Nail School
Licensed Nail Technician and Instructor, Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Howard University
Fashion Merchandising
JHW Highschool
Advanced, College Prep
Soft Surroundings December 2014 - Present
HipBone Marketing October 2013 - November 2014
J.Crew July 2013 - October 2013
The Mens Underwear Store March 2013 - June 2013
J.Crew January 2013 - April 2013
Nordstrom December 2012 - January 2013
Nordstrom November 2012 - January 2013
Stephens College August 2010 - December 2012
Nordstrom June 2012 - August 2012
Imagination Toys, Inc. May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Merchandising, Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Event Planning, Sales, Sales Management, Styling, Apparel, Facebook, Retail, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Fashion Design, Social Media, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Networking, PowerPoint, Marketing, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Mac, Brand Development, Advertising, Blogging, Public Relations
Education
Stephens College 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Fashion Marketing and Management
William Jewell College 2009 — 2010
Oxbridge History of Ideas and Philosophy
Eddie Bauer May 2015 - Present
PyraStar Pension Group August 2014 - Present
Soft Surroundings September 2014 - May 2015
Coldwater Creek May 2012 - July 2014
Coldwater Creek September 2010 - April 2012
Dream Builder Enterprises, Inc 1980 - May 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Team Building, Sales, Retail, Public Speaking, Inventory Management, Team Leadership, Training, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Product Development, Sales Management, Event Management, Coaching, Event Planning, Direct Sales, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Leadership Development, Fundraising, Customer Satisfaction, Account Management, Small Business, Management, Social Media Marketing, Merchandising, Marketing, Budgets, New Business Development, Recruiting, Social Networking, Advertising
Education
Truman State University
Home Economics
Soft Surroundings December 2011 - Present
MB Consulting Group March 2011 - December 2011
Medical Transportation Management August 2010 - February 2011
Soft Surroundings December 2000 - August 2010
Home Decorators Collection 2004 - 2006
Skills
Process Improvement, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Retail, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Budgets, Outlook, Marketing, Management, PowerPoint, Analysis, Project Management, Microsoft Word, CRM, Operations Management
Education
Saint Louis University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Organizational Leadership & Technology
Soft Surroundings August 2011 - Present
NBTY November 2008 - September 2011
JC Penney August 2005 - November 2008
Friedmans Jewelers February 1998 - August 2005
REEDS Jewelers February 2005 - May 2005
Skills
Store Management, Merchandising, Profit, Loss Prevention, Retail, Coaching, Training, Visual Merchandising, Recruiting, Organizational..., Inventory Management, Sales Operations, Sales, Store Operations, Customer Service, Leadership, Employee Training, Management, Time Management, Budgets, Customer Retention, Driving Results, Hiring, Inventory Control, Marketing, Retail Sales, Team Building
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1996 — 1999
Business Mgmt, Inter-personal Communication
Soft Surroundings October 2014 - Present
Soft Surroundings March 2013 - October 2014
Soft Surroundings June 2011 - March 2013
Forever 21 August 2009 - May 2011
Elan-Polo June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Merchandising, Sales, Product Development, Call Centers, Visual Merchandising, Fashion, Apparel, Retail, Trend Analysis, Styling, Retail Sales, Merchandise Planning, Trend, Window Displays, Store Operations, Assortment, Invoicing
Education
Truman State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Justice Systems
Truman State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
KatieBurke.co September 2014 - Present
Desire Map Workshops January 2015 - Present
Prosper STL January 2015 - Present
Pixel Press Technology December 2013 - September 2014
The Art Institutes August 2013 - December 2013
Cannonball July 2013 - December 2013
Pixel Press Game May 2013 - May 2013
Missouri Botanical Garden January 2013 - April 2013
Young Entrepreneurs Across America June 2011 - July 2012
Soft Surroundings May 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Interviewing, Public Speaking, Sales Management, Merchandising, Sales, Management, Trend Forecasting, Leadership, Coaching, Quality Control, Customer Service, Retail Sales, Trend Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Store Management, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Cision, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Recruiting, Training, Microsoft Office, Interviewing Skills, Public Relations, Time Management, Public Policy, Blogging, Teamwork, Entrepreneurship, Editing, Interviews, Facebook
Education
Maryville University of Saint Louis 2012 — 2014
Strategic Leadership and Communication, Communication, Graduate Student
Illinois State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Applied Science, Fashion Merchandising
Soft Surroundings August 2015 - Present
J. Jill August 2014 - August 2015
Tommy Hilfiger May 2014 - August 2014
Tommy Hilfiger July 2013 - May 2014
New York & Company April 2010 - July 2013
Levi Strauss & Co. June 2004 - September 2009
Wilson's Leather November 2003 - June 2004
EXPRESS April 2001 - November 2003
Gap Inc./Gap August 1999 - April 2001
Skills
Loss Prevention, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Driving Results, Store Management, Store Operations, Inventory Management, New Store Openings, Customer Service, Apparel, Profit, Inventory Control, Associate Development, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Experience, Employee Training, Fashion, Hiring
Education
Minnesota School of Business 2009 — 2010
M.B.A., Business Administration
Minnesota School of Business 2004 — 2008
B.S., Business Administration
Elan Polo April 2015 - Present
Aquarius Ltd December 2014 - March 2015
Soft Surroundings August 2014 - December 2014
Soft Surroundings August 2012 - August 2014
ModCloth June 2014 - June 2014
Jipsi Boho March 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Screen Printing, Painting, Sketching, Illustrator, Textile Design, Textiles, Weaving, Photoshop, Drawing, Sewing, Patterns, Trend Research, Fashion, Apparel, Surface Design, Wovens, Ned Graphics, Pointcarre, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Education
Philadelphia University 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Textile Design, 3.9
Saint Louis Community College 2003 — 2006
Associate's Degree, Fine Arts
Soft Surroundings March 2015 - Present
Talbots August 1992 - March 2015
Skills
Customer Service, Retail, Sales, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Visual Merchandising, Leadership, Team Building, Sales Management, Microsoft Word, Public Relations, Store Management, Store Operations, Loss Prevention, Retail Sales, Driving Results, New Store Openings
Education
The College of Wooster
Soft Surroundings May 2015 - Present
Countryside Rentals (dba Rent-2-Own) July 2014 - October 2014
Countryside Rentals (dba Rent-2-Own) February 2014 - July 2014
Ascena Retail Group, Inc. - Catherines August 2011 - February 2014
Alliance Data August 2009 - August 2011
Ann Taylor LOFT January 2005 - February 2008
Ann Taylor LOFT June 1996 - January 2005
Limited Brands, Lane Bryant 1990 - 1995
Skills
Recruiting, Customer Experience, Talent Management, Team Building, Leadership, Sales, Team Leadership, Visual Merchandising, Apparel, Building Relationships, Strategy, Profit, Budgets, Management, Marketing Communications, Achieving Results, Coaching, Retail, Sales Management, Store Management, P&L Management, Loss Prevention, Training, Merchandising, Income Statement, Hiring, Performance Management, Human Resources, Inventory Management, Customer Satisfaction, Marketing, Inventory Control, Customer Service, Employee Training, Driving Results, Forecasting, Employee Relations, Sales Operations, Fashion, New Store Openings, Retail Sales, People Development, Succession Planning, Customer Retention, Multi-unit, Big Box, Store Operations, POS, Time Management, Merchandise Planning
Education
The Ohio State University 1986 — 1990
B.S, Hospitality Management
Soft Surroundings March 2011 - Present
Soft Surroundings July 2009 - March 2011
Soft Surroundings September 2007 - July 2009
Soft Surroundings August 2006 - September 2007
Skills
Ability to establish..., Ability to effectively..., Able to work..., Strong organizational..., Licensed Notary., Demonstrated..., Ability to type 70+ wpm., Knowledge of Microsoft..., Ability to work with..., Maintains complete..., Outlook, Customer Service, Administrative..., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office
Education
Webster University 2013 — 2016
Bachelor's degree, Legal Studies
St. Louis Community College 2007 — 2013
Associate of Arts (AA), General Studies, 3.9 GPA
St Charles Community College 2008 — 2008
Merit Service Solutions January 2015 - Present
Merit Service Solutions July 2014 - January 2015
Soft Surroundings September 2013 - July 2014
Kiss & Makeup/ darci by DiCaprio Cosmetics December 2011 - September 2013
Sawtooth Group June 2008 - January 2012
Skills
Social Media, Event Planning, Retail, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Window Displays, Social Networking, Training, Facebook, Blogging, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Management, Fashion, Sales
Education
Immaculata University 2009 — 2012
BS, Fashion Merchandising, Business, Entrepreneurship
Kent State University 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (BS), Fashion Merchandising
Kroger January 2015 - Present
Vitacost.com November 2012 - January 2015
Vitacost.com January 2012 - January 2015
Vitacost.com January 2012 - November 2012
Amadeus December 2007 - January 2012
Soft Surroundings October 2004 - January 2009
Sauce Magazine 2004 - 2006
VetCentric September 1999 - August 2003
WeddingChannel 2000 - 2003
MicroSociety 1996 - 1997
Skills
Writing, Social Media, Blogging, Newsletters, Marketing Communications, Promotions, Editorial, Online Marketing, Editing, Copywriting, Corporate Communications, Email Marketing, SEO, Advertising, Public Speaking, Journalism, Copy Editing, Research, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Newspaper, Web Content, E-commerce, Creative Writing, Press Releases, Public Relations, Content Management, Social Networking, Web Content Management, Online Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Content Strategy, Publicity, Digital Marketing, Strategy, WordPress, Marketing, Brochures, Strategic Partnerships, Brand Development, Management
Education
American University 1997 — 1999
MFA, Creative Writing
University of Pennsylvania 1992 — 1996
BA, English
Brookstone August 2010 - August 2012
Soft Surroundings October 2005 - January 2010
Sonic Drive-In May 2002 - October 2005
Education
Columbia College 2013 — 2017
Bachelor's Degree, Accounting and Business/Management
Soft Surroundings January 2014 - Present
United States Air Force January 2010 - January 2014
Lowe's Home Improvement February 2009 - January 2010
Firehouse Subs June 2007 - February 2009
Target November 2006 - June 2007
Holy Cow Ice Cream May 2005 - September 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Reports, Public Speaking, Dedicated Professional, Team-oriented, Dependable Team Player, Adaptive Leadership, Perfectionist, Always Punctual, Eager to learn new..., Passion for Quality, Multitasking Skills, Command, Program Management, Information Assurance, Military, Training
Education
Ashford University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Psychology, 3.4 GPA
Community College of the Air Force 2010 — 2013
Associate's degree, Military Information Systems Technology, 3.6 GPA
Rockledge Senior High School 2005 — 2008
High School Diploma, General Studies, 3.8 GPA
Soft Surroundings June 2014 - Present
ANN INC. September 2011 - June 2014
ANN INC. March 2010 - September 2011
Skills
Computer: Microsoft..., Performance Management, Sales, Merchandising, Interviews, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Loss Prevention, Store Operations, Driving Results, Retail Sales, Merchandise Planning, Associate Development, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Inventory Management, Inventory Control
Education
Northeastern University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology
Soft Surroundings June 2015 - Present
Talbots October 2014 - June 2015
Talbots November 2010 - October 2014
Gymboree April 2009 - August 2010
QVC November 1988 - October 1997
Skills
Recruiting, Training, Customer Service, Management, Retail Sales, Coaching, Event Planning, Stylist, Television, Live Broadcast, Merchandising, Social Media, Loss Prevention, Clienteling, Team Building, Community Outreach, Writing, Visual Merchandising, Store Operations, Store Management, Sales
Education
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania 1984 — 1988
Bachelor’s Degree, Mass Communication/Media Studies
West Chester East High School 1980 — 1984
Smithsonian Enterprises October 2011 - Present
Soft Surroundings 1995 - October 2011
Home Decorators Collection 1995 - 2006
Skills
E-commerce, Direct Marketing, Retail, Merchandising, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Budgets, Social Media, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Email Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Advertising, PowerPoint
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law 1990 — 1993
J.D.
Baylor University 1985 — 1989
B.A., English Literature, Political Science
Soft Surroundings July 2014 - Present
Fitness Plus Equipment Services, Inc. May 2010 - July 2014
IndieVisionMusic.com October 2010 - December 2012
Apple Retail November 2007 - January 2010
Skills
WordPress, MySQL, Web Design, Access, Music, Blogging, Journalism, HTML, PHP, JavaScript, CSS, Web Development, HTML + CSS, SEO, AJAX, jQuery, LAMP, Windows Server, Database Administration, Scalability
Education
Lindenwood University 2006 — 2010
B.S., Computer Science, Mathematics
Neiman Marcus April 2013 - Present
Neiman Marcus January 2013 - April 2013
Hot Mama April 2012 - January 2013
Brown Shoe Company April 2010 - December 2011
Stella and Dot November 2010 - November 2011
Laurie Solet January 2010 - June 2010
Laura Kathleen LLC May 2009 - August 2009
Brown Shoe Company June 2008 - August 2008
City Museum June 2007 - August 2007
Soft Surroundings January 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Fashion, PowerPoint, Management, Apparel, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Product Development, Merchandising, Retail, Microsoft Word
Education
Texas Christian University 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (BS), Fashion Merchandising
Fontbonne University 2006 — 2007
Fashion Merchandising
Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School 1995 — 2005
Hobsons September 2013 - Present
Maxus September 2007 - September 2013
Mediacom September 2007 - March 2011
Corporate Express Promotional Marketing June 2006 - September 2007
Corporate Express Promotional Marketing September 2003 - June 2006
Soft Surroundings August 2002 - September 2003
Emmis Communications 2001 - 2002
Skills
PPC, SEM, Google Adwords, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Mobile Marketing, Media Buying, MSN AdCenter, Web Analytics, Online Advertising, Search Advertising, Account Management, Analytics, Digital Media, Display Advertising, DoubleClick, Interactive Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Omniture, Online Marketing, Organic Search, Search, Social Media Marketing, Yahoo Search Marketing, comScore, Media Planning
Education
Lindenwood University 2007 — 2009
MBA, Marketing
Lindenwood University 2000 — 2001
MA, Communication
Truman State University 1995 — 1999
BA, Communication/Journalism
Clarins Fragrance Group October 2011 - Present
Examiner.com May 2011 - Present
Burberry Beauty December 2010 - June 2012
Lancôme Cosmetics October 2009 - March 2012
Education Dynamics May 2010 - May 2010
Soft Surroundings November 2008 - June 2009
Merle Norman Cosmetics July 1998 - August 2008
WCIU/Channel 26 January 1996 - June 1998
Skills
Makeup Artistry, Writing, Makeup Application, Bridal, Artistry, Cosmetics, Web Content, Beauty, Skin Care, Articles, Technical Writing, Bridal Showers, Beauty Industry, Blogging, Newsletters, Editorial, Books, Non-fiction, Editing, Proofreading, Fiction, Poetry, Storytelling, Creative Writing, Journalism, Short Stories, Social Networking, Content Writing, Book Reviews, Freelance Writing, Ghostwriting, Feature Articles, Copy Editing, Publishing, Publications, Magazines, Press Releases, SEO copywriting, Content Strategy, Newspapers, Blogger, Publicity, Marketing Copy, Travel Writing, Copywriting, AP Style, Published Author, Fiction Writing, Facebook, Fact-checking
Education
Ellis University 2009 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Technical Writing, 3.9/4.0
University of Illinois at Chicago 1996 — 1998
English Composition
Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo 1997 — 1997
Portuguese Immersion Study Abroad Program
College of DuPage 1993 — 1996
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Citi March 2011 - Present
Brown Shoe Company October 2007 - March 2011
Brown Shoe Company October 2007 - October 2010
Soft Surroundings May 2000 - October 2007
Home Decorators Collection 2000 - 2006
Skills
Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, Web Marketing, Online Advertising, Web Analytics, E-commerce, Business Testing, Testing Practices, Quality Center, Advertising, Multi-channel Marketing, Retail, Analytics, Online Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Brand Management, Integrated Marketing, Management, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy
Education
DePaul University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business/Commerce, General
Soft Surroundings August 1996 - Present
Education
Truman State University 1985 — 1990
Soft Surroundings May 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings September 2014 - Present
The Yacobian Group January 2012 - August 2014
Brooks Brothers May 2010 - January 2012
The Yacobian Group August 2007 - April 2010
Ann Taylor LOFT 1996 - July 2007
Ann Taylor July 2001 - January 2005
Skills
Strategy, Leadership Development, Store Management, Leadership, Coaching, Public Speaking, Training, Team Building, New Store Development, Management, CRM, Loss Prevention, Retail, Inventory Management, Driving Results, Employee Training, Profit, Customer Satisfaction, Sales, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising
Education
St. Louis Community College
Home Decorators Collection / Home Depot Direct 2007 - Present
SOFT SURROUNDINGS 2012 - 2015
SOFT SURROUNDINGS 2012 - 2015
Knight/Williams Corporation - Knights Direct 2000 - 2006
Cumberland Valley Area Development District March 1993 - January 2000
Skills
IT Management, Telecom..., Call Center Operations..., Project Coordination, Project Management, Technology Planning, Technology..., Service Desk Management, Systems Integration, Information Security, Integration, Help Desk Support, Call Center, Training, Call Centers, Team Management, Project Planning, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Troubleshooting, Vendor Management, Business Analysis, Leadership, Management, Technical Support, Process Improvement, CTI, Active Directory, Budgets
Education
Eastern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Geography/Planning
Meridian Enterprises October 2013 - Present
Soft Surroundings August 2012 - October 2013
Soft Surroundings October 2007 - July 2012
Taylor Morley Homes June 2003 - May 2007
Doane Marketing Research August 2002 - May 2003
Doane Marketing Research July 2001 - July 2002
Skills
Market Research, Quantitative Research, Consumer Insights, Marketing Research, Qualitative Market..., Advertising, Online Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Product Marketing, Digital Marketing, Customer Insight, PPC, SEM
Education
Bradley University 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Advertising
Pottery Barn September 2014 - Present
Pottery Barn March 2013 - Present
Coldwater Creek July 2013 - August 2014
Soft Surroundings September 2012 - January 2013
Coldwater Creek October 2009 - September 2012
Banana Republic April 2009 - October 2009
Coldwater Creek August 2008 - February 2009
Coldwater Creek September 2003 - August 2008
WOAI-TV April 1992 - September 2001
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Employee Training, Graphics, Training, Sales, Project Planning, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Store Operations, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Window Displays, Customer Satisfaction, Management, Leadership
Education
Art Institute of Colorado 1982 — 1984
Associate Degree of Occupational Studies in Advertising Design, Advertising Design
Rodan + Fields Dermatologists November 2014 - Present
Soft Surroundings July 2014 - Present
Aunt Kim Toys, LLC August 2013 - Present
Brown Shoe December 2012 - July 2014
Triad Manufacturing February 2011 - November 2012
ImprovEyes, Inc. November 2010 - December 2010
HOK October 2008 - November 2010
PGAV June 2007 - September 2007
VisionStream January 2007 - March 2007
Orange 22 Design Lab June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Product Design, Rhino, SketchUp, Solidworks, Cinema 4D, Fixture Design, Sketching, Rendering, toy design, sewing, AutoCAD, Furniture, 3D Modeling
Education
University of Cincinnati - DAAP 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Design
Sinclair Community College 2000 — 2003
Design and Visual Communications, General
Miami University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Philosophy, Interdisciplinary studies, Sociology, Anthropology, Music, Women's Studies
New Balance January 2013 - Present
Soft Surroundings April 2011 - December 2012
Express Scripts October 2008 - April 2011
Macy's Midwest February 2006 - May 2008
Famous Barr June 2000 - February 2008
Famous Barr June 1995 - June 2000
Famous Barr February 1993 - June 1995
Famous Barr June 1990 - February 1993
Skills
Forecasting, Merchandising, Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Inventory Management, Product Development, Apparel, Marketing Strategy, Product Management, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Sales, Marketing, Business Planning, Negotiation, Profit, Pricing, Private Label, Purchasing, Project Management, Visual Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Merchandise Planning, Assortment, Project Planning, Trend, Analysis, Business Strategy, Fashion, Management, Store Management, E-commerce, Brand Management, P&L Management, Loss Prevention
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 1986 — 1990
BS, Business
Charter Communications May 2012 - Present
Charter Communications July 2008 - May 2012
Soft Surroundings October 2004 - July 2008
Comcast 2001 - 2004
Skills
Call Center
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1998 — 2001
Bachelor of Science, Business
Souheast Missouri State University 1995 — 1998
Soft Surroundings January 2013 - Present
Fashion Bug 2006 - November 2012
Toys R Us, Inc. 2002 - 2004
Disneyland Resort 1999 - 2001
Walt Disney World 1996 - 1999
Kay Bee Toys, Inc 1995 - 1996
Today's Man 1986 - 1995
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Apparel, Retail, Fashion, Trend Analysis, Trend, Styling, New Store Development, In-store Marketing, Window Displays, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, QuarkXPress, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Creative Direction
Education
Bucks County Community College
Graphic Design Coursework
Soft Surroundings April 2012 - Present
Bakers Footwear Group November 2010 - April 2012
Bakers Footwear Group March 2007 - November 2010
Bakers Footwear Group May 2003 - March 2007
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Fashion, Merchandising, Retail, Store Management, Loss Prevention, Store Operations, Social Media Marketing, Trend, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Sales, Apparel, Merchandise Planning, Profit, Footwear, Styling, Retail Sales, Inventory Control, Trend Forecasting, Assortment, Trend Analysis, Window Displays, Driving Results, JDA, Social Media, Training, Public Relations, POS, New Store Development, Fashion Buying, Retail Buying, Shoes, Fashion Design, Time Management, District Management
Education
Southwest Missouri State University
Soft Surroundings October 2014 - Present
Soft Surroundings April 2014 - October 2014
Soft Surroundings September 2013 - March 2014
Paramount Apparel International November 2012 - September 2013
StyleCareers.com August 2011 - October 2012
Urban Outfitters March 2010 - August 2011
Urban Outfitters June 2005 - February 2010
Tata-Naka June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Sewing, Fashion Design, Apparel, Draping, Textiles, Pattern, Tailoring, Illustrator, Illustration, Dresses, Photoshop, Trims, Design Patterns, Costumes, CAD, Fashion Illustration, Trend Analysis, Styling, Fashion, Merchandising, Trend, Trend Forecasting, Fashion Shows
Education
Stephens College 2005 — 2009
BFA, Fashion Design & Product Development
American Intercontinental University- London 2008 — 2008
Trend Forecasting
Nerinx
Soft Surroundings July 2013 - Present
Soft Surroundings January 2011 - July 2013
The Container Store May 2010 - February 2012
Skills
Marketing, Customer Service, Merchandising, Facebook, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Retail, Social Networking, Fashion, Advertising, Event Planning, Leadership, Email Marketing, Blogging, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Sales, Affiliate Marketing, E-commerce, Instagram, Blogger
Education
Washington University in St. Louis 2013 — 2014
Strategic Communication Certificate, Communication and Media Studies
Saint Louis University 2004 — 2008
BA, English
Soft Surroundings February 2015 - Present
Nordstrom March 2013 - February 2015
Nordstrom January 2010 - March 2013
Nordstrom March 2012 - February 2013
Forever 21 April 2009 - January 2010
Play Boutique September 2008 - April 2009
Skills
Stylist, Merchandiser, Presentation Specialist, Window Displays, Store Management, Fashion, Marketing, Merchandising, Retail, Styling, Visual Merchandising
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Fashion Merchandising
Belleville West High School 2000 — 2004
Soft Surroundings October 2014 - Present
Golden Girls LLC January 2009 - June 2013
Market Day 2000 - 2001
Heart of Gold Jewelry 1993 - 1996
Simons-Eastern Engineering May 1984 - February 1990
HNTB May 1982 - May 1984
Sheraton Royal/Adams Mark Hotel 1980 - 1982
Sales Recruiters 1979 - 1980
Skills
Applicant Tracking..., CRM, Training, Human Resources, Sales, Social Media, Customer Retention, Onboarding, Employee Relations, Customer Service, Talent Management, Account Management, Recruiting, Team Building, Coaching, Talent Acquisition, New Business Development, Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction, Organizational..., Team Leadership, Negotiation
Education
Missouri State University 1975 — 1979
BS, Business Administration
Avon Cosmetics June 2010 - Present
Stop & Shop 2009 - Present
Amy's Hallmark Store September 2010 - October 2012
Soft Surroundings July 2008 - July 2009
2008 SOFT SURROUNDINGS July 2008 - July 2009
Talbots Kids April 1991 - June 2008
TALBOT'S April 1991 - June 2008
Skills
Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Marketing Communications, Retail, Marketing, Recruiting, Inventory Management, New Business Development, Fashion, Training, Visual Merchandising
Education
Springfield Technical Community College 1970 — 1971
Elementary Education
Classical High School 1967 — 1970
Daugherty Business Solutions April 2015 - Present
Daugherty Business Solutions May 2014 - Present
Daugherty Business Solutions April 2013 - May 2014
Kindred Healthcare June 2012 - April 2013
Soft Surroundings April 2010 - June 2012
Soft Surroundings April 2006 - March 2010
Home Decorators Collection/Soft Surroundings October 2004 - April 2006
Home Decorators Collection/Soft Surroundings April 2002 - October 2004
Skills
Linux System..., Windows Server, Windows 7, Windows XP Pro, Active Directory, Mac OS X, iOS, Mobile Devices, Mobile Applications, Hardware Support, Microsoft Office, Microsoft SQL Server, Red Hat Linux, Outlook, OS X, SharePoint, Unix, Software Documentation, Management, Technical Support, Windows XP, Help Desk Support, Hardware, SDLC
Education
Benedictine College 1995 — 1997
Sociology
University of Missouri-Columbia 1994 — 1995
Sociology
Soft Surroundings July 2003 - September 2012
Utopia the Agency 1998 - 2003
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1999 — 2002
Bachelors, Fashion Merchandising Management (FMM)
Soft Surroundings January 1999 - Present
Home Decorators Collection/Knights Ltd. July 1992 - May 2006
Mark, Fore & Strike / Boston Proper January 1989 - July 1992
The Sporting Life May 1980 - December 1988
Neel and Alcorn, P.C. June 1979 - May 1980
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Marketing Strategy, Direct Marketing, Customer Service, Email Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Catalogs, Apparel, Sales, Strategic Planning, E-commerce, Fashion
Education
The George Washington University - School of Business 1981 — 1984
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Finance
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 1974 — 1978
Bachelor’s Degree, Finance and Economics
American Photon Lipo Centers July 2015 - Present
Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics April 2014 - July 2015
Osmotics Cosmeceuticals January 2015 - March 2015
Advanced Dermatology & Skincare July 2014 - December 2014
Soft Surroundings November 2013 - July 2014
Sephora June 2013 - November 2013
Quick Weight Loss Center April 2013 - May 2013
Chrysalis Skin And Body Rejuve January 2012 - April 2013
Jenny Craig March 2004 - April 2010
International EyeCare Laser Center January 2003 - March 2004
Skills
Wellness Coaching, Fitness, Team Building, Nutritional Counseling, Customer Service, Personal Training, Lifestyle, Workshop Facilitation, Lifestyle Coaching, Human Resources, Health Education, Health Promotion, Sales, Personal Development, Wellness, Coaching, Nutrition, Training, Change Management, Recruiting, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Time Management, Skin Care, Healthcare, Social Networking, Event Planning, Marketing, Management, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Data Entry, Cosmetics, Retail, Teaching, Spa, Employee Training, Beauty Industry, Facebook
Education
Ogle School Hair Skin & Nails 2014 — 2014
Esthetics, Esthetics
San Jacinto College 1982 — 1984
none, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
San Jacinto College 1982 — 1984
Licentiate degree, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Whole Foods Market 2012 - 2014
Soft Surroundings 2011 - 2012
Perricone MD March 2010 - 2011
the beauty cafe December 2006 - 2010
Education
Bentley University 1985 — 1989
Associates, Economics/ Finance
Soft Surroundings November 2013 - September 2014
Harry's Hot Rod August 1992 - September 2014
Eddie Bauer January 2013 - October 2013
Vera Bradley March 2011 - January 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Negotiation, Editing, Time Management, Management, Sales, Leadership, Team Leadership, Team Building, Sales Management, Social Networking, Inventory Management, Fundraising, Training, Retail Sales, Retail, Marketing, Recruiting, Social Media Marketing, Social Media
Education
Texas Woman's University 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of General Studies, English and Government Law
Texas Woman's University 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), English Language and Literature/Letters
LifeSpa August 2015 - Present
Soft Surroundings October 2014 - May 2015
ULTA Beauty April 2011 - April 2014
Old Navy August 1999 - May 2010
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Store Operations, Retail, Retail Sales, Driving Results, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Big Box, Planograms, Profit, Shrinkage, New Store Openings, Apparel, Merchandise Planning, Cashiering, Fashion, Sales, CPFR, Assortment
Education
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 1996 — 2000
Psychology
Soddy Daisy High School 1992 — 1996
Soft Surroundings November 2014 - Present
Brighton Collectibles October 2005 - November 2014
Victorias Secret Stores 2002 - 2005
Victorias Secret Stores 2002 - 2005
Victorias Secret Stores 2002 - 2005
Ralph Lauren 1995 - 2002
Ralph Lauren 1995 - 2002
Skills
Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Customer Service, Store Management, Management, Sales, Fashion
Education
Old Dominion University 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Science (BS), Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Vernon high school
Monsanto Company November 2014 - Present
Randstad August 2013 - November 2014
Kforce Inc March 2013 - May 2013
Soft Surroundings March 2011 - February 2013
Bellefontaine Habilitation Center October 2009 - March 2011
MedCare June 2005 - October 2009
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Great Plains Software, Peachtree, Drake Tax Software, FRx, Invoicing, SAP, Bank Reconciliation, Sales & Use Tax, Journal Entries, Accounts Receivable, Microsoft Dynamics GP
Education
Saint Louis University 2011 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 2005 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, Accounting
Soft Surroundings March 2013 - Present
Hanesbrands Inc. October 2010 - March 2013
Hanesbrands Inc. June 1995 - May 1996
Hanesbrands Inc. 1994 - 1995
Hanesbrands Inc. 1993 - 1994
Skills
Strategic Planning, Merchandising, Retail, Sales
Education
Sweet Briar College
B.A., Economics
Soft Surroundings October 2014 - Present
Enterprise Rent-A-Car October 2013 - October 2014
Client Services Incorporated July 2013 - October 2013
MasterCard February 2012 - June 2013
Home Decorators Collection July 1997 - February 2012
Home Decorators Collection / Home Depot Direct 1997 - February 2012
Skills
Business Analysis, Vendor Management, Program Management, SQL, Management, Requirements Analysis, Testing, Process Improvement, Software Development, IT Management, Databases, Integration, SDLC, System Administration
Education
Lindenwood University 1993 — 1997
Management Information Systems, Computers
Blue Source Inc January 2015 - July 2015
Soft Surroundings September 2013 - May 2014
The Hope Chest September 2012 - September 2013
LELO July 2011 - September 2012
Journelle September 2010 - April 2011
Kings Super Markets June 2008 - April 2010
Madewell June 2009 - January 2010
Fila June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Customer Service, Trade Shows, Microsoft Excel, Constant Contact, Sales, Marketing, Data Analysis, Data Entry, MailChimp, PowerPoint, Sales Analysis, Retail Sales, Retail Buying, Wholesale, NetSuite, Email Marketing, Retail
Education
Philadelphia University 2007 — 2010
BS, Fashion Merchandising
Philadelphia University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Fashion Merchandising
Soft Surroundings February 2013 - Present
Soft Surroundings May 2011 - February 2013
Soft Surroundings January 2006 - May 2011
Skills
Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Great Plains Software, Forecasting, Fixed Assets, Multi-State Sales Tax, Multi-State Use Tax, Microsoft Office, Financial Statements, Auditing, Analysis, Journal Entries, Accounting, Budgets
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2008 — 2009
Master of Science, Accountancy
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Accountancy
Soft Surroundings Technical Designer DancewearWeissman's Designs For DanceJune 2012 - Present
Soft Surroundings 2002 - 2012
May Company May 1997 - December 2001
Skills
Illust, Illustrator, Specification Packages, Excel
Education
Stephens College 1994 — 1997
BFA, Fashion Design
University of Missouri-Columbia 1993 — 1993
Stephens College
BFA Fashion Design, Fashion Design
Dispatch Operations at Guardian Medical Logistics October 2014 - Present
GC Services 2014 - 2014
Medtech December 2012 - 2013
URS Corporation January 2011 - January 2012
STLCC September 2012 - 2012
Soft Surroundings 2010 - 2011
The Hub Group January 2006 - January 2007
St Louis Police Department 1990 - 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Lotus Notes, Windows, Law Enforcement..., Cpr Certified, New Hire Training, Organization, Problem Solving, Computer Aided Dispatch, Freight Tracking Systems, Technical Terminology, Insurance Reimbursement, HIPPA, Internet, Criminal and Civil Laws, CPR Certified, Customer Satisfaction, HIPAA, Team Building
Education
St. Louis Community College 2012 — 2012
Grene Vision Group March 2012 - Present
Soft Surroundings September 2010 - March 2012
Skills
MicroStrategy Reporting, NextGen, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Google Analytics, Medical Records, Database Marketing, Affiliate Marketing, SEM, EMR, PPC, Marketing Research, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis, TestOut PC Pro-A+..., TestOut Network..., SQL
Education
Oklahoma State University 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics, Marketing Minor
Wichita State University 2006 — 2008
Soft Surroundings November 2014 - Present
Valley Health System February 2014 - Present
Skills
Team Leadership, Diet Planning, Organizational..., Time Management, Cooking, Nutrition Assessment
Education
Johnson & Wales University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Culinary Nutrition with concentrations in Clinical Dietetics, Biological Science, & Leadership
Johnson & Wales University 2010 — 2014
Associate of Science (A.S.), Culinary Arts