Natalie Garcia
Design Consultant and Design Studio Coordinator at Beechen & Dill Homes- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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DC PRO - Design Consultant Professional
The National Design Studio Institute; Success StrategiesFeb, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
SHRM-CP
SHRMDec, 2016- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Beechen & Dill Homes
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Design Consultant and Design Studio Coordinator
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Sep 2021 - Present
Our Mission: To remain focused on being the most innovative and reputable new home builder in the markets we serve. Our team is made of talented, committed professionals eager to push the boundaries of architecture and design, energy efficiency, technology and the customer experience so that BDH remains a strong, sustainable company for decades to come. We continuously seek niche opportunities to diversify and grow; choose “the right way” over shortcuts; and develop neighborhoods that we are proud to call our own and, more importantly, are filled with buyers who feel they received everything they were promised and more.Responsibilities: Guide homebuyers through the selection process by providing inspiration and information about various options, materials, finishes and overall design. Take partnership and coordinate with VP of Sales, Purchasing Manager, Construction Superintendents and Vendors in managing operational processes related to selection choices and offerings.
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Crate and Barrel
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Store Manager
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Jun 2018 - Sep 2021
Our Purpose: To help people love how they live in the moments that matter.Responsibilities: Lead and empower associates in achieving sales goals and creating an exceptional store experience. Coach and mentor associates to develop their talents and thrive in change, think big and strive toward career advancement opportunities. Steer the company vision and share business goals with the team. Our Purpose: To help people love how they live in the moments that matter.Responsibilities: Lead and empower associates in achieving sales goals and creating an exceptional store experience. Coach and mentor associates to develop their talents and thrive in change, think big and strive toward career advancement opportunities. Steer the company vision and share business goals with the team.
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EVEREVE
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France
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1 - 100 Employee
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Store Manager
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Oct 2016 - Jun 2018
Evereve is the only national retail brand dedicated to the fashion-loving mom. As the fashion-authority for moms, we inspire every mom to embrace her beauty and power. We do that with heart, and a personal styling experience of handpicked styles and trends tailored to each mom we serve. #bestjobevereveOur Mission: To inspire every mom to embrace her power and beauty.Responsibilities: All aspects of the retail store operation and creating and driving a strategy to ensure the success of the store. Ensure the store mission and reputation is consistent across the brand by attracting talent and training, coaching and developing team to reach potential. Create passion around product and educate team on current fashion trends and giving each customer a personalized styling experience based on her personal style, lifestyle and body shape. Maintain operational excellence, store inventory, merchandising standards.Highlights:~Ran 3 stores within my first year with the brand: Wheaton Towne Square, Orland Park Crossing and Oakbrook Center.~Sourced candidates, hired and trained entire staff of 13 for new store opening at Orland Park.~Selected to facilitate onboarding for newly hired store manager for new store opening in AZ.~Created a succession plan for two internal promotions to fill my store manager role and the assistant manager position upon my departure promotion to Oakbrook. ~Planned and executed “Grand Opening” Party Event for New Store Opening in Orland which generated over $10K in sales in 3 hours, ranking #2 in company history (of 73 stores). Opening Day sales also exceeded $10K, ranking #1 in company history.
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The Limited
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United States
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Retail
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500 - 600 Employee
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District Manager
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Feb 2013 - Jun 2016
The Limited is an iconic fashion retailer that offers high-quality, private-label apparel designed to help the modern woman succeed. The Limited is well-known as the store concept that began mall-based specialty retailing as we know it. Founded in 1963 in Columbus, Ohio, The Limited has served generations of women with an array of trend-right American styles until they closed their doors in 2017.Our Mission: Be The Preferred, Modern Lifestyle Brand and Trusted Fashion Advisor to Confident Women Everywhere.Responsibilities: Lead 9 stores throughout North Chicago and Wisconsin, totaling $15M. Accountable for driving profitable business results and operational excellence through effective talent selection, proper placement, training, coaching and utilization of the store management team. Key areas of focus include client experience, retail revenue growth, expense management, marketing, merchandising and process execution. Market included: Woodfield (Schaumburg, IL), Old Orchard (Skokie, IL), Hawthorn (Vernon Hills, IL), Cherryvale (Rockford, IL), Brookfield Square (Brookfield, WI), Mayfair (Wauwatosa, WI), Fox River (Appleton, WI) and West Towne (Madison, WI)Highlights:~Recruited, hired and trained 6 Store Managers, and internally promoted 2 Associate Managers to Store Manager positions.~Created and implemented performance improvement plans for 2 underperforming Store Managers.~Designated by Regional Director to role model market business reviews for peer group based on strengths in business acumen, as well as written and verbal communication skills.~Participated in task force to test and provide feedback on workforce management labor application upgrade.
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Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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District Manager
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Jul 2000 - Feb 2013
Williams-Sonoma stores offer premium products along with world-class customer service. Our additional services include gift registry, cooking demonstrations and classes, and book signings featuring renowned culinary authors. Our Mission: To Bring People Together Around Food.District Manager (2010-2013): Lead and shape retail business strategies for 9 stores with an annual sales volume of $18 million. Establish and manage recruiting strategies in order to build a talent pipeline. Develop store management team to meet current and future business goals. Align teams to achieve organizational goals by communicating an inspirational vision. Maintain team relationships with peers in concept as well as cross concept and headquarters business partners. Create a sales culture to drive profitability through and accountability for achieving budgeted sales, payroll and net contribution goals.General Manager (2001-2010): Accountable for all aspects of store with $5M annual sales and up to 100 direct reports. Hired and developed talent, provided leadership to achieve/exceed budgeted sales and payroll, and managed P&L. Managed store operations, inventory and visual merchandising standards. Ensured all internal and external customers receive exemplary customer service and receive a positive store/brand experience. Highlights:~Sourced and selected 3 highly talented and diverse external GM candidates, and internally promoted 2 Associate Managers to GM positions.~Crafted, delivered and oversaw performance improvement plans for 2 underperforming GMs.~Recognized by RVP and HR Generalist for aptitude in writing annual performance appraisals and written documentation of GM performance.~Prepared Annual Succession Planning Review, presenting district, store and GM performance to SVP, RVP and DM peer group.~Conducted Town Hall Meetings in each store to provide associates an outlet to share their perspective for improving the work culture and customer experience.
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Education
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College of DuPage
Associates Degree, Fashion Marketing and Merchandising
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