Stephanie Olson
Vendor Relations, Management, Interior Design, Manufacturer Partnerships, Design Planning, Trends at Contract Interiors, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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LuAnne Silvia
Stephanie brings dedication and committment to every project she takes on. Her drive to volunteer, get involved and try new things speaks to her strong work ethic. Her energy and enthusiasm for continued learning have demonstrated that whether she is in a leadership position or acting as a team member she inspires others. Her strengths in problem solving come from her collaborative approach and creative nature. She dives into research and offers resourceful and inventive ideas. She values professionalism and is a pleasure to know.
Marcy Russ
Stephanie is an organizational wizard. For the last several months, she has been taking on important set-up projects for my new showroom. Each week, she plows through what is needed, with great attention to detail and thorough documentation. She is terrific with clients and clearly understands what's needed for a new business, eager to get the structure in place and drive the bottom line. Plus she's fun to have around - which is a huge bonus when you're working hard to get a new venture off the ground.
LuAnne Silvia
Stephanie brings dedication and committment to every project she takes on. Her drive to volunteer, get involved and try new things speaks to her strong work ethic. Her energy and enthusiasm for continued learning have demonstrated that whether she is in a leadership position or acting as a team member she inspires others. Her strengths in problem solving come from her collaborative approach and creative nature. She dives into research and offers resourceful and inventive ideas. She values professionalism and is a pleasure to know.
Marcy Russ
Stephanie is an organizational wizard. For the last several months, she has been taking on important set-up projects for my new showroom. Each week, she plows through what is needed, with great attention to detail and thorough documentation. She is terrific with clients and clearly understands what's needed for a new business, eager to get the structure in place and drive the bottom line. Plus she's fun to have around - which is a huge bonus when you're working hard to get a new venture off the ground.
LuAnne Silvia
Stephanie brings dedication and committment to every project she takes on. Her drive to volunteer, get involved and try new things speaks to her strong work ethic. Her energy and enthusiasm for continued learning have demonstrated that whether she is in a leadership position or acting as a team member she inspires others. Her strengths in problem solving come from her collaborative approach and creative nature. She dives into research and offers resourceful and inventive ideas. She values professionalism and is a pleasure to know.
Marcy Russ
Stephanie is an organizational wizard. For the last several months, she has been taking on important set-up projects for my new showroom. Each week, she plows through what is needed, with great attention to detail and thorough documentation. She is terrific with clients and clearly understands what's needed for a new business, eager to get the structure in place and drive the bottom line. Plus she's fun to have around - which is a huge bonus when you're working hard to get a new venture off the ground.
LuAnne Silvia
Stephanie brings dedication and committment to every project she takes on. Her drive to volunteer, get involved and try new things speaks to her strong work ethic. Her energy and enthusiasm for continued learning have demonstrated that whether she is in a leadership position or acting as a team member she inspires others. Her strengths in problem solving come from her collaborative approach and creative nature. She dives into research and offers resourceful and inventive ideas. She values professionalism and is a pleasure to know.
Marcy Russ
Stephanie is an organizational wizard. For the last several months, she has been taking on important set-up projects for my new showroom. Each week, she plows through what is needed, with great attention to detail and thorough documentation. She is terrific with clients and clearly understands what's needed for a new business, eager to get the structure in place and drive the bottom line. Plus she's fun to have around - which is a huge bonus when you're working hard to get a new venture off the ground.
Experience
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Contract Interiors, Inc.
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vendor Relations, Management, Interior Design, Manufacturer Partnerships, Design Planning, Trends
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Jun 2010 - Present
Provide creative design solutions for residential and commercial projects. Support product innovation and development aligned with industry trends.PRODUCT INNOVATION AND DEVELOPMENT• Use expertise in flooring materials and color theory to make recommendations for new and remodeled facilities.• Conduct monthly vendor meetings with up to 50 vendors to source new products.• Research products and trends to identify new options and advise flooring vendors on product development.• Invited to be on the Congoleum Design Advisory Council for two consecutive years. Presented design preferences, customer needs, and product trends for Midwest region.
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Centex Homes
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United States
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Real Estate
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700 & Above Employee
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Design Manager, Manufacturing Vendor Management
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Nov 1997 - Jan 2009
Design Manager, Manufacturing Vendor Manager, provided professional design, vendor management and product expertise for Centex homeowners and staff for thousands of clients in the Twin Cities.COLLABORATIVE LEADERSHIP• Managed five interior designers providing customer interior solutions to builder customers.• Trained, supervised, and evaluated 60 sales consultants. Provided training in sales and customer service.• Directed recruitment and retention of employees and administrative support.• Developed product literature and implemented training for sales/field staff.PRODUCT INNOVATION GREW SALES• Identified opportunities to increase margins and generated profitability of $4.7M. • Organized option packages to streamline design process.DEVELOPED RETAIL SHOWROOMS TO INCREASE SALES• Designed layout and displays for three showrooms and 10 neighborhood studios.AWARD WINNING DESIGN BUILD COMPANY• Ranked #1 builder’s design center by J.D. Power and Associates 2008 New-Home Builder Customer Satisfaction Study for the Minneapolis, MN market.
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New Hope City of
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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Community Development Specialist
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May 1997 - Nov 1997
Administered all aspects of government funded housing renovation projects including purchase, specifications, construction, marketing, and sale of homes to income-qualified families. Coordinated communication and public relations activities for City Council and residents. Assisted with planning, redevelopment, and business retention programs. Administered all aspects of government funded housing renovation projects including purchase, specifications, construction, marketing, and sale of homes to income-qualified families. Coordinated communication and public relations activities for City Council and residents. Assisted with planning, redevelopment, and business retention programs.
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Education
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2009 - 2009
University of Minnesota
Professional Development, Essential Project Management Certificate -
2010 - 2010
St. Catherine University
Leadership Institute, Leaders of the New Millennium -
2009 - 2009
University of St. Thomas
Opus Business College Executive Education, Product and Marketing Management Certificate -
1989 - 1994
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Science, Housing with Concentration in Design/Technology
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