Experience

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  Inner Spark Studios

  • Somerset, Massachusetts, United States

  • Wellness Counselor / Integrative Health Practitioner

    • Nov 2019 - Present
    • Somerset, Massachusetts, United States

    Professional guidance using Mindfulness practices and directed dialogue. Is your path to inner clarity, personal growth, and peace. Your Inner Spark holds your truth and we are present to take this journey with you.• Integrate daily practices and techniques to improve self-awareness. This awareness allows for more thoughtful responses when caught in situations of stressful reactivity.• Recognizing frustrations and anger in healthy ways to improve the relationship within oneself and with others. Forming deeper personal and professional connections.• Providing brave space to feel your feelings and express with self-awareness.

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  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

  • Boston, Massachusetts

  • Mindfulness Resiliency Practitioner

    • Jan 2017 - Present
    • Boston, Massachusetts

    Design and deliver innovative solutions reduce stress and strengthen resiliency for challenging life changes. Integrating emotional intelligence into business facilitation.

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  Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

  • Burlington, Massachusetts

  • Integrative Health & Wellness Master

    • Jan 2013 - Present
    • Burlington, Massachusetts

    Group support and education for PINK Program for breast cancer survivors. Training and supporting patients during and following cancer treatments.

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  Cambridge Health Alliance

  • Lexington, Massachusetts

  • Integrative Wellness: Mindfulness & Compassion Master

    • Jan 2011 - Present
    • Lexington, Massachusetts

    Planning and promoting evidence-based programs to improve by transforming care in community health, educational, and corporate settings

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  YMCA of Greater Boston

  • Woburn, Massachusetts

  • Integrative Health & Mindfulness Master

    • Jan 2010 - Present
    • Woburn, Massachusetts

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  Dreaming About Giraffes, Inc

  • President and Creative Director

    • Jan 2001 - Present

    Founded this home décor, baby gift and greeting card Company.Oversaw product sample development of prototypes, domestic and foreign.Detail oriented, rendered concepts and sketched designs.Textile design: Produced new materials, revised lab dips, and color pantone approvals for textile development.Met pre-established design timelines for deliverables to national Wholesalers and Retailers. Fostered strong written and verbal communication with worldwide manufactures.Designed logos and directed package design and providing all marketing materialsLicensed products sold collaboratively with Baby Splendor BOOST TM patch, a newborn prevention of allergies and asthma product.Computer proficient Macintosh and PC Platforms, knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator.Mentor students in career preparation, trained organizational design process, construction and entrepreneurial skills.

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  Mindful Way to Self Compassion

  • Teacher

    • 2011 - 2014

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  Dreaming About Giraffes

  • Founder

    • Sep 2001 - Apr 2009

    Dreaming About Giraffes, Inc. is a luxury bedding and children's gift company that promotes security and a healthy environment. The textiles custom made for this company are in a wide range of colors woven with a dye mill in cotton non-pill fleece, jersey knit and cotton velour The importance of the products for newborn and toddlers is in the fine quality of these textiles, providing comfort and a sense of security to child and therefore parent. Custom designs using a mix of fabrics, textures, colors and patterns creating cozy, soft whimsical products to include:PILLOWPAL Blankets: an animal motif pillow and blanket rolled into one. CUDDLERS: Smaller on-the go version which is half-blanket/half-pillow. MURAL Blankets: A blanket or wall hanging depicting landscape artwork in fabric. STUFFED ANIMAL Pillows: Shaped animals,washable for newborns. SOXSTERS Spirits: Stuffed Animals made in the USA from already existing materials to inspire kids of all ages inner spirit.BLANKETED in LOVE established to help support The March of Dimes.

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  Anne Klein

  • Senior Designer

    • Jan 1994 - Jan 1996

    Researched product concepts to coordinate handbag collections for runway shows, collaborating with clothing and shoe divisions.Established fashion department protocol, tools and a library to support the various phases of the design process. Communicated technologies, production techniques and expert knowledge for a results-oriented product creation process and advised associate designers.Designed and drew detailed sketches for handbags and hardware 3D models. Selected leathers and fabrications from all over the world.Traveled around the world for trend trips and competitive shopping.Presented and communicated new construction and trends, overseeing sample development of prototypes, evaluating and revising construction, scale and color correction.

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  Etienne Aigner

  • Handbag Designer

    • Jan 1992 - Jan 1994

    Researched, identified and interpreted market trends for design, construction, and color.Participated in team brainstorming sessions and articulated a compelling vision.Visually presented design concepts for expanding existing product lines.Revitalized brand identity to drive revenue while minimizing costs.Interpreted cost of goods, gross margins and sales information.Initiated the use of alternative materials for products to raise awareness and support a healthier environment.

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  Liz Claiborne

  • Marketing Researcher and Merchandiser

    • Jan 1989 - Jan 1992

    Developed line plans and assortments by color and style for Accessories Division.Coordinated and analyzed marketing and sales information from Women's and Men's Sportswear divisions to prepare graphic presentations for the Liz Claiborne's CEO.Strong relationship builder between cross functional teams.Researched customer demographic information for the marketing of new divisions domestic and foreign.Improved product quality and workmanship by sourcing new materials and manufactures for the Accessories division.