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Manager of Design

Driven Professional in Retail Management with 4+ years of combined experience in the design industry as a top Design Service Specialist and the Fashion industry as a sales consultant.  Currently responsible for (but not limited to) running a 6 million dollar top in the brand comping store, recruiting, training and maintaining metrics. I was captain of a state champion dance team in high school and a college cheerleader for a nationally ranked school.

As a customer service focused brand most of my job is working face to face with my clients, creating a personal experience that sets our brand apart.  I have worked for Pottery Barn and Pottery Barn Kids as both an Associate Store Manager and Manager of Design.  Responsibility's include conference calls regarding business and payroll, goals and contests, community out reach and in home design services as well as visual direction.  I am responsible to create and implement a successful business plan for the store including goals long and short term, a succession plan for all employees and how to run a healthy business and contribute to the brand.  Scheduling, inventory management, training and creating and teaching design classes.

I focused on clienteling, building lasting relationships through an extensive tracking system.  Stayed current on trends through constant product knowledge.  Aggressive selling techniques and understanding how clients shop and purchase.

Assistant Store Manager

I consulted, evaluated and sold high end bridal attire.  Creating a rapport of trust and professionally guiding clients through the process of outfitting of their bridal party.  Ordering, processing and preparing their gowns.  I planned several events including trunk show's fashion show's and expo's to leverage our partners and products.

Sales Consultant

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Helena Howard: Manager of Design in Maple Grove, MN

Helena Howard

Williams-Sonoma Pottery Barn

Coach Inc.

Macy's Bridal

The Savannah College of Art and Design