Experience

Jon Brent Design Inc
• United States
• Design
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Junior Interior Designer

  • Feb 2023 - Present


Michael Smith Inc. | Jasper

• United States
• Design Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Inside Sales Representative

  • Sep 2021 - Feb 2023

• Outside Sales Coordinator

  • Dec 2018 - Sep 2021



Rapport International Furniture

• United States
• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales and Operations Manager

  • Jul 2017 - Aug 2018

  • Directed Sales, Human Resources, Purchasing, Warehousing/ Delivery Coordination and Customer Service at Rapport International and Natuzzi Italia • Developed marketing campaigns and strategic planning leading to an increase in annual revenue by analyzing budgets and inventory cycles; Formulated pricing policies on furnishings, home decor and design services • Promoted Natuzzi Italia’s West Coast Flagship Store as the industry leader while implementing corporate brand strategy; led sales team to consecutively maintain highest gross monthly sales in the US from November 2017 through June 2018 • Project Management and Design Lead; handled and maintained all house accounts including VIP + Celebrity Accounts, B2B and Designer Accounts, and Staging/ Studio Rental Agreements • Managed weekly sales and purchasing reports; reviewed all special orders/ custom design specs for client purchases, hospitality projects and showroom samples; tracked local and international lead times; developed solution-oriented troubleshooting plans • Conceptualized visual elements through trend and industry research; developed design direction and implemented showroom merchandising including weekly store layouts for 40K sq ft showroom • Attended industry markets to source + onboard new brands; Developed and maintained 50+ vendor programs in the international luxury and contemporary furniture, art and lighting markets • Cultivated relationships with key vendors; negotiated purchasing contracts and product promos; Implemented brand trainings • Identified and promoted new business opportunities through proactive outreach and follow up with interior designers, realtors, contractors, furniture brands and local media • Maintained effective and profitable partnership with Rapport Palm Desert’s Management and Sales teams • Implemented new software application company wide, enabling more efficient tracking of profits, purchasing, CRM and individual sales results



Natuzzi

• Italy
• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sales and Operations Manager

  • Jul 2017 - Aug 2018

  • In Partnership with Rapport International Furniture, Managed Sales Staff and Daily Operations for Natuzzi Italia's West Coast flagship location. • In Partnership with Rapport International Furniture, Managed Sales Staff and Daily Operations for Natuzzi Italia's West Coast flagship location.



Calligaris

• United States
• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing

• Merchandising Manager

  • Jan 2016 - Jul 2017

  • In Partnership with Hold It Contemporary Home and Lifestyle Concepts Inc., Managed and Developed Merchandising and Inventory Programs for Calligaris Orange County. • Implemented initial showroom design and launched Costa Mesa retail location in January 2016. • In Partnership with Hold It Contemporary Home and Lifestyle Concepts Inc., Managed and Developed Merchandising and Inventory Programs for Calligaris Orange County. • Implemented initial showroom design and launched Costa Mesa retail location in January 2016.



Hold It Contemporary Home

• United States
• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Merchandising Manager

  • Jul 2014 - Jul 2017

  • Managed daily operations and oversaw merchandising for Contemporary Furniture and Decor Showroom representing over 100 brands from around the globe. • Coordinate inter-department operations including warehousing, merchandising, buying, shipping and receiving. • Analyze sales results by vendor analysis and sell-through while identifying areas for improvement. Execute plan to achieve quarterly department objectives. • Implement current interior design trends by researching and developing concepts for new vignettes, sourcing product and overseeing installation of concepts and product to floor. • Attend High Point and Las Vegas Markets as Buyer to source new brands, furniture and accessories. Strategized to build seasonal programs within core vendors and develop new programs with additional vendors. • Strategize with Marketing Manager and Branding Team assessing social media output to drive traffic from online to in-store. • Partner with Vendors to maximize sales by providing Design Consultants with product knowledge training and sample ordering. • Created, set and implemented new floor layout and merchandising plan for Showroom Remodel during Spring 2017. • Project Management for Natuzzi Italia Gallery within Hold It. Oversaw construction scheduling, product and fixture installation and merchandising. • Launched Calligaris Mono-Brand Retail Store in Orange County, January 2016. Responsible for implementing and executing design and merchandising plan, seasonal updates. Developed lighting and accessory programs with complementary vendors. • Assist in coordinating events with Southern California's Design Magazines, SD Architectural Society and Orchids & Onions Design Awards Fundraiser. • Served as Company Spokesperson on various local television segments. • Coordinate staging of concepts developed for various model condos and events held throughout San Diego. • Create and maintain custom floral arrangements for showrooms, clients, designers and events.



Michael Kors

• United States
• Retail Apparel and Fashion
• 700 & Above Employee

• Visual Merchandising Manager

  • Feb 2014 - Jun 2014

  • Analyze merchandise performance within departments to monitor statistical objectives, market trends and stock allocation while adapting inventory as needed to increase sales volume and impact on target customer.• Plan and execute floor sets every four weeks while upholding company guidelines and directives. • Execute weekly merchandise updates including apparel, accessories, window and mannequins. • Effective organizational and problem-solving skills pertaining to planning and project management. • Support store management with hiring, staffing, training and development of visual and stock teams.• Ensure visual team executes core job responsibilities to uphold brand merchandising standards. • Manage stockroom and stock associates to ensure efficient merchandise receiving, processing, and outbound transfers.• As Brand Ambassador, oversee product knowledge training, styling sessions and social media/ editorial content related to Brand Marketing.• Develop and maintain knowledge of cutting-edge fashion, industry trends and how they pertain to visual merchandising.

• Shop Manager | Retail Development | Accessories

  • Jan 2013 - Feb 2014

  • Drive and maximize sales goals through effective application of Michael Kors selling strategies and techniques.• Deliver feedback to corporate through analysis of business trend and sell through utilizing company reports.• Increased Comp results at Fashion Valley, San Diego's Flagship Shop-in-shop, by 36% on year.• Lead weekly business development meetings with the Macy's Retail Partner to develop seasonal strategy and action plans focused on driving results, clientelling initiatives and sales team training.• Develop strategies alongside retail partner with focus on expanding customer base and development of loyal clientele. Demonstrated ability to host in-store events with focus on cross-marketing to build relationships and promote the brand.• Manage and conduct monthly Visual and Product Knowledge trainings with Retail Partners, Sales Managers, Selling Specialists and Associates.• Implement and maintain all visual merchandising standards as directed through Michael Kors. Set floor displays and coordinate merchandise flow unique to Michael Kors shop-in-shop within Macy's and Bloomingdales Fashion Valley.• Partner and strategize with Macy's District Merchant, District Planner, Visual & Merchandising Managers to analyze and address inventory needs while overseeing shop expansions and implementation of Michael Kors outposts.• Received constant accolades from the Macy's retail partner for maintaining positive communication while encouraging and motivating the team to share and support Michael Kors' vision and business initiatives.



Fashion Institute of Technology

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Stylist/ Dresser

  • Feb 2010 - Feb 2012

  - A Fashion Institute of Technology Freelance Program. - Assisted backstage during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week as a stylist and dresser during the Fall 2010, Spring 2011, Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 runway shows. - Shows worked include: Zac Posen, Erin Fetherston, Jen Kao, Joseph Altuzarra, Karen Walker, Elise Overland, 3.1 Phillip Lim and Rachel Zoe. - Assisted on Jenni Kayne's Fall 2010 lookbook as a stylist and dresser. - A Fashion Institute of Technology Freelance Program. - Assisted backstage during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week as a stylist and dresser during the Fall 2010, Spring 2011, Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 runway shows. - Shows worked include: Zac Posen, Erin Fetherston, Jen Kao, Joseph Altuzarra, Karen Walker, Elise Overland, 3.1 Phillip Lim and Rachel Zoe. - Assisted on Jenni Kayne's Fall 2010 lookbook as a stylist and dresser.



BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP

• United States
• Retail Apparel and Fashion
• 700 & Above Employee

• Shop Manager

  • Sep 2010 - Jul 2011

  • During first season as Shop Manager at The Promenade, led sales team to win Regional Sales Competition for the Holiday 2010 season for highest % over plan company wide.• Reversed Promenade’s high shrink rate by implementing an intensive Loss Prevention training program with sales associates/ stylists.• Performed all essential management operations as Shop Manager.• Duties include but not limited to: Drive Business, Retail Reporting, Recruiting, Hiring, Training, Performance Counseling, Scheduling, Visual Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Inventory Management, Seasonal Event Planning & Implementation, Lead Sales Team in executing effective Clientelling and Wardrobing Appointments.

• Floor Supervisor/ Stylist

  • Feb 2010 - Sep 2010

  • Top sales at Woodland Hills, an Arch Location, one of BCBG’s top 12 Partner Shops in the US.• Visual Merchandising Head for the Woodland Hills Arch Location.• Advanced through two promotions during first six months with the company due to consistent top sales, excellence in styling and clientelling while demonstrating leadership initiative and ability to become Shop Manager at The Tulsa Promenade.



Barefoot

• United Kingdom
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales/ Asst. Manager

  • Jul 2009 - Jan 2010

  • Responsible for promotion and sales of product by up-holding knowledge of fifty-plus product lines. • Consistent Top Sales in high volume Footwear and Accessories boutique. • Responsible for leading and motivating sales team. • Daily small business operations including preparing financial reports of daily activities. • Conceptualized, coordinated and designed store and window displays. • Worked closely with Retail Vendors in placing seasonal merchandise orders, while handling inventory and receipt of product.



The Knapp Gallery

• Gallery Assistant

  • Apr 2008 - May 2009

  • Assistant to the Director of Philadelphia Magazine’s ‘Best New Gallery’ of 2008. • Developed and maintained client/artist relations. • Wrote Press Releases to local, national and international media about gallery events and featured artists. • Assisted with Event Planning and Execution of First Friday and Show Openings. • Promoted and Educated on Knapp Gallery Artists at Scope Hamptons 2008 and Pulse NY 2009 Art Fairs. • Assistant to the Director of Philadelphia Magazine’s ‘Best New Gallery’ of 2008. • Developed and maintained client/artist relations. • Wrote Press Releases to local, national and international media about gallery events and featured artists. • Assisted with Event Planning and Execution of First Friday and Show Openings. • Promoted and Educated on Knapp Gallery Artists at Scope Hamptons 2008 and Pulse NY 2009 Art Fairs.