Experience

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  NBRFashionGuide

  • New York /Greater Los Angeles Area

  • Luxury Fashion Designer/Image Consultant / Creative Director

    • Dec 2011 - Present
    • New York /Greater Los Angeles Area

    www.NathanielBRoberts.com (12/2012-Present) Independent Fashion Designer/Image Consultant / Creative Director Nathaniel Roberts is a highly motivated, results-driven business professional with extensive experience in marketing, brand management & business development. Who qualify himself as a creative, forward thinker with effective analytical & problem solving skills; Known for his strong negotiation skills as well as his critical problem solving skills; he has the unique ability to identify problems & resolutions effectively. His calm demeanor empowers him to keep his team focused on time management, and stay within budget guidelines. He embraces modern technology, and all things new and innovative. •Create, promote and oversee all aspects of music fashion show, & events in Boston & New York (audiences of 200+attendess); coordination of logistics of each event (responsibilities included hiring photographers, staff & models; scheduling vendors, technicians, specialists & models; securing venues; overseeing technical aspects (lights and sound systems) & delegating distribution of marketing materials.•Managing staff of an average of 20-24 people for each event•Supervising all booking and approval of talent coordinated all model castings-Developed strong relationship with many of the top agencies- Art directed and styled key photo-shoot onset- Managed an annual budget successfully •Developing impressive marketing strategies and targeted campaigns to achieve sales growth in specified markets and categories.•Developing a monthly newsletter to maintain relationships with past customer increasing repeat business by 30%•Designing the company website and manage it with regular updates. •Proficiency in Microsoft word excel and PowerPoint with PCs & Mac Photoshop experience conversational Spanish. •Excellent communication skills particularly in the area of establishing relationship with potential buyers.

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  The Art of Shaving

  • Greater Atlanta Area Lenox Mall

  • Sales Representative

    • Apr 2014 - Jan 2017
    • Greater Atlanta Area Lenox Mall

    The Art of Shaving (04/2014 01/2016)Sales RepresentativeHigh-end luxury men retailer combining high quality products, handcrafted accessories and expert shaving technique to provide optimal shaving results while helping against ingrown hairs, razor burn, and nicks & cuts.•Luxury retailer, providing a shopping experience catering to each and every customer while recommending solutions based on customer specific need.•Keep track of company changes or new product launches and provide accurate information to the clients/buyers •Preparing and changed displays for sales and product promotion. •Earning recognition for management excellence as sales associate of the month.

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  Douglas Services LLC DBA Douglas Private Care Services & ResCare

  • Greater Atlanta Area

  • Life Coach/Home Support Coordinator

    • Apr 2013 - Jan 2016
    • Greater Atlanta Area

    ResCareIn Home Support Coordinator (04/2014-02/2016) Douglas Services Private Care Services. Life Coach (06/2014 - 01/2016)“We are the nation’s largest private provider of services to people with disabilities; the largest one-stop workforce contractor and the largest privately-owned home care company. ResCare offers residential and support services, education, vocational training and job placement for people of all ages and skill levels. ResCare Residential Services focuses on people with disabilities and youth with special needs and ResCare Home-care helps seniors who want to age in place. ResCare Workforce Services and ResCare Education and Training Services provide counseling, training and job placement to people of all ages with barriers to employment. ”•Making a positive difference in the lives of those with developmental disabilities, primarily through education, training, and support services. DPCS wants to assist them in achieving their highest potential, as they develop to become confident and independent individuals.•Providing assistance & support for families with developmental disabilities, certified support coordinator.•Assisting individuals in coordinating daily activities within the community.•Certification in CPR, First aid & medication administration.

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  The Stowe Group

  • 200 Harvard Mill Sq 310, Wakefield, MA 01880

  • Assistant Project Coordinator

    • Jun 2012 - Sep 2014
    • 200 Harvard Mill Sq 310, Wakefield, MA 01880

    The Stowe Group, Wakefield, MA (06/2012 08/2013) Assistant Project Coordinator “The Stowe Group is a leading provider of IT services and solutions ranging from business process improvement, to systems implementation through staff augmentation with an Uncommon Commitment to client success. Through a structured series of methodologies I assisted clients to quickly realize measurable business value and achieve a sustainable return on their IT investments. “ •Reorganizing and managing national scale operations, implementing high (IT) content modifying procedures. And establishing cost effective product classification and packaging.•Outlining multiple internal and external communication strategy currently under consideration and expected to increase productivity up to 20%.•Supporting the Vice President in newly, growing office.•Drafting job descriptions and used company database (bullhorn) to recruit potential candidates.•Pre-screening and validating candidate credentials and sent offer letters to new hires.•Arranging travel and accommodations for contract position placements in telecommunications industry.•Outstanding organizational multitasking and problem-solving skills.

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  West Elm

  • Boston MA Fenway

  • Sales Representative/Interior Designer

    • Nov 2010 - Sep 2012
    • Boston MA Fenway

    West Elm, Boston, MA (11/2010-09/2012)Sales Representative/Interior Designer " Expressing your personal style at home with unique, affordable, authentic, responsible products."•Extensive Fabric/Textile knowledge & Space planning.•Strong visual presentation and communication skills.•Facilitating clients' products choices selection, by gathering fabrics, wall coverings, furniture options and placing orders.•Generating sales & merchandising•Responsible for store set, visual merchandising and store layouts.•Opening and closing showroom including preparation of bank deposits and cash register reconciliation.•Providing customers with exceptional service including completing and processing credit application.•Ranked company's Top Sales Representative in the first year of employment.

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  J.Crew

  • Greater Boston Area Copley Mall

  • Sales Representative

    • Jun 2005 - Oct 2011
    • Greater Boston Area Copley Mall

    J. Crew, Boston, MA Sales Representative (06/2005– 10/2011)J Crew is an American multi-brand, multi-channel, specialty retailer. The company offers an assortment of women's, men's and children's apparel and accessories.•While working at J. Crew I was managing inventory, organizing products on the store floor, assisting with visual merchandise, and successfully handling all transactions behind the register. Assisting customers, and providing them with an exceptional shopping experience.•Delivering exceptional customer service.•Providing customer with excellent service and performed cash and credit transaction •Exceeding daily credit card application goals •Folding, stocking and organizing merchandise to increase store profits•Assisting the store manager with audits and loss prevention

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  Chestnut Hill Towers, Chestnut Hill, MA

  • 250 Hammond Pond Pkwy, Chestnut Hill, MA

  • Front Desk Representative/Concierge

    • Oct 2008 - May 2011
    • 250 Hammond Pond Pkwy, Chestnut Hill, MA

    Chestnut Hill Towers, Chestnut Hill, MA (10/2009-05/2011) Arch Stone Apartments, Boston, MA (04/2008 – 07/2009) Front Desk Representative/ConciergeAssisting the diverse hotel clientele, apartment & office building with personal services. Ability to take accurate phone messages & deliver messages promptly, arrange or give advice on transportation, business services, entertainment, or monitor guest requests for housekeeping & maintenance.•Successfully performing managerial duties during managers absence •Interacting efficiently with local vendors for tickets, car rentals and any other special needs of the hotel guests.•Supporting luxury apartment residents by maintaining a well-run living facility and communicating with vendors.•Providing superb customer care and service to all residents & guests.

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  Jennifer Convertibles

  • Boston, MA

  • Assistant Store Manager

    • Apr 2006 - Nov 2009
    • Boston, MA

    Jennifer Convertibles, Boston, MAAssistant Manager (04/2006 – 10/2009)Under Jennifer Convertibles, Jennifer Leather and Ashley Furniture Home store. These stores specialize in the retail sales of complete lines of sofas, sofa beds and companion pieces. •I was specialized in design consulting, which consisted in providing personalized services to clients decorating their entire home.•Conducting monthly inventory/ audit of product calculate and transmit weekly sales report to headquarters •Training new employee and conduct company and product orientation.•Successful sale professional with 10+experiences in large-scale retail environment implement cost control measures to ensure operations remain within company target. •Re-evaluating potential market size and identifying inconsistencies of over 5% that contributed to overall strategy realignment new strategy expected to capture additional 20% market revenue. •Opening and closing showroom including preparation of bank deposits and cash register reconciliation•Hiring and training new employees•Providing customers with exceptional service including completing and processing credit applications

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  Business and Social Entrepreneurship (BASE) Program,

  • 144 McBride St, Boston, MA 02130

  • Assistant Program Director (Non-Profit Organization)

    • Jun 2008 - Oct 2009
    • 144 McBride St, Boston, MA 02130

    Business & Social Entrepreneurship (BASE) Program, English High School, Boston, MAAssistant Program Director (Non-Profit Organization) (06/2008 -08/2009) Assistant Program Director managing staff, resources and administrative processes to ensure the goals and objectives of the program are accomplished. I reviewed planning, and budgeting, by evaluating projects, along with specific expertise in the subject matter of the program. As Assistant Program Director I was able to apply both written and oral communication skill for important interactions with community agencies, sources of funding, internal contacts, and compliance organizations.•Strong background in research and analysis developed through work experience and coursework •Developed career educational programs for students •Advised 12 freshmen on academic and social issues to support their adjustment to college life •Proven leadership and public speaking abilities through student organization and work experience.•Created and implemented curriculum for 20 high-school freshman program participants •Researched topics and invited guest speakers to speak on topics regarding: health, nutrition, exercise, self-esteem, resume writing and personal presentation skills•Supervised 2 program mentors; evaluated performance, delegated responsibilities, provided guidance•Overseen the monitoring of account expenditures. •Managed, selected, trained, and evaluated, program staff for effectiveness and efficiency.

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  Cole Haan,

  • Boston, MA

  • Sales Representative

    • Aug 2005 - Mar 2006
    • Boston, MA

    Cole Haan, Boston, MA Sales Representative (08/2005- 03/2006)Cole Haan is a premier American lifestyle and luxury brand with remarkable global presence in its collections of fine footwear, apparel, and accessories for men and women. Cole Haan has flourished into a dynamic, forward-thinking fashion brand that uses sports technology in stylish footwear has accelerated the brand’s success. Generations of style-conscious consumers have looked to Cole Haan for iconic shoes— looks that define the moment.•Effectively brainstorming with my team to increase product knowledge and boost sales throughout the store •Trained the team to focus on complete customer satisfaction and maintaining effective customer relationship•Devising and implementing programs focused on product knowledge, emerging trends and sales campaigns •Providing customer with excellent service and performed cash and credit transaction •Assisting the store manager with audits and loss prevention