2018 - 2021
Head of Furniture Division
Bloomington, Illinois
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Developed overall furniture & home décor strategy for a $50M chain with 9 store locations
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Maximized profits and sales through proper product assortment & compelling store design
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Buyer & Merchandiser for upholstery, case goods, rugs and all home décor
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Developed and educated sales team on feature, function and benefit of the products
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Managed and executed showroom design for 9 store locations
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Attend markets to buy for stores and to be knowledgeable of industry trends
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Managed support staff of junior buyers, furniture managers and installation staff
Carpet Weavers Flooring & Furniture
2011 - 2018
Designer
Monica Reese Interior Design
New Jersey
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Work with clients to develop concepts for residential and commercial projects
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Work with vendors around the country to buy upholstery, case goods, accessories and rugs
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provided full presentations to clients including drawings and renderings
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Plan, design, furnish and install complete interior environments including all finishes, furniture, fixtures, equipment, treatments and accents
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Worked on projects ranging from $5K - $2M
2006 - 2011
Showroom Designer / Store Manager
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Furniture Brands
North Carolina
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Assisted Drexel upholstery merchandiser to develop new product each market
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Created plans for showrooms and stores in High Point and Vegas
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Set-up High Point and Vegas Showrooms, including renovation, painting, and installation
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Buyer for accessories, lighting and props for showroom and all Drexel stores
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Attend fabric and accessory shows to have working knowledge of trends
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Managed staff of 8, including designers and visual merchandisers
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Set and maintain showroom budget as defined each year
2000 - 2006
Designer
Monica Reese Interior Design
New York / North Carolina
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Managed design/sales team and support staff of up to 12
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Managed the profit and loss of the business
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Created and managed all sales promotions and advertising for the company
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Grew furniture and accessories product lines through attending furniture market
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Planned, designed, and furnished interior environments for residential and commercial projects
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Provided full presentations including AutoCAD drawings and renderings to illustrate concept and design
2006 - 2008
Adjust Instructor
The Art Institute
Charlotte
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Taught AutoCAD, Residential Design and History of Interiors
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Designed and developed curriculum for each class
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Assisted in selecting coarse material for each class
2003
Showroom Intern
Clodagh Design Collection
New York City
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Assisted with the visual merchandising of Clodagh Collection furniture products in the Manhattan Showroom
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Coordinated Clodagh furniture products for specific interior design projects
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Assisted in the planning and marketing of promotional showroom events
2001
Design Assistant
Alternative Design
New York City
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Managed furniture inventory and materials library
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Assisted in produced presentations for high-end residential clients
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Selected and sourced furniture, fabrics, and finishes for installations